AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Course

Course Overview

The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Course with Accumentum is designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to design, deploy, and manage secure, scalable, and reliable applications on AWS. This comprehensive course covers key AWS services, including compute, storage, networking, and security, along with architectural best practices. Participants will gain the knowledge required to prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate exam (SAA-C03) and confidently apply AWS services in real-world scenarios.

Course Objectives

Understand core AWS services and architecture principles.
Learn how to design highly available, cost-efficient, and fault-tolerant applications on AWS.
Gain insights into AWS security best practices and governance.
Develop an understanding of AWS pricing models and strategies for optimizing costs.
Prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification exam with comprehensive resources and practice exams.

Who Should Attend

Aspiring cloud architects and engineers looking to develop their expertise in AWS architecture.
System administrators and network engineers responsible for managing AWS cloud environments.
IT professionals and developers aiming to validate their AWS knowledge with a globally recognized certification.
Anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of cloud architecture best practices in AWS.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of AWS services and cloud computing concepts.
Familiarity with networking and distributed systems is beneficial but not required.
Experience with at least one high-level programming language is helpful, though not mandatory.

Course Content

Introduction to Cloud Architecture and AWS Services

Introduction to cloud computing and its advantages over traditional IT infrastructure.
Overview of AWS global infrastructure, including regions, availability zones, and edge locations.
Understanding the shared responsibility model between AWS and the customer.
Core principles of cloud architecture, such as elasticity, scalability, and fault tolerance.

Core AWS Services: Compute, Storage, and Networking

Deep dive into compute services, including Amazon EC2, AWS Lambda, and auto-scaling for efficient resource management.
Understanding storage services such as Amazon S3, Amazon EBS, and AWS Snowball for scalable, secure storage solutions.
Exploration of AWS networking services, including Amazon VPC, Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), and Amazon Route 53, to build secure and flexible network infrastructures.

AWS Security, Identity, and Compliance

Detailed exploration of AWS security features, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), Key Management Service (KMS), and AWS Shield for DDoS protection.
Understanding encryption options for data at rest and in transit.
Overview of AWS compliance certifications, audits, and governance frameworks to meet industry standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.

Designing High Availability and Fault-Tolerant Architectures

Strategies for building highly available architectures using multiple availability zones.
Implementation of fault tolerance and disaster recovery techniques, including multi-region deployments and backups.
Use of Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), Auto Scaling, and Amazon Route 53 for load distribution and automated recovery.

Optimizing Performance and Managing Costs in AWS

Best practices for cost management, including leveraging AWS pricing models like on-demand, reserved, and spot instances.
Use of AWS Cost Explorer and AWS Trusted Advisor to monitor and optimize cost.
Implementing caching strategies (Amazon CloudFront and ElastiCache) and database optimization techniques (RDS, DynamoDB) for performance improvement.

Monitoring, Automation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Introduction to AWS monitoring and management tools, including Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS Config for tracking usage and auditing.
Automation with AWS Lambda and AWS Step Functions for streamlining operations.
Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation and AWS OpsWorks for automating resource provisioning and management.

Exam Preparation and Review for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Exam

Exam format, question types, and strategies for answering scenario-based questions.
Review of key AWS services, best practices, and architecture patterns covered in the exam.
Practice exams, quizzes, and case studies to help learners gain confidence and identify areas needing further study.
Final exam preparation tips and resources to ensure learners are ready to successfully pass the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate exam.

Course Features

Interactive Learning

Participate in training sessions, discussions, and hands-on labs with experienced instructors.

Comprehensive Study Materials

Access extensive resources, including e-books, video lectures, and practice exams.

Practical Scenarios

Engage in real-world exercises and case studies to apply AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate concepts.

Certification Preparation

Receive guidance and tips to successfully pass the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate exam.

Certification Exam

Upon completing the course, you will be prepared to take the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate exam (SAA-C03). Achieving this certification validates your skills in AWS development, significantly enhancing your career opportunities in cloud computing.

Enrollment

Join the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Course at Accumentum and start your journey to becoming a certified AWS Solutions Architect. For more information and to register, visit Accumentum’s registration page below.

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