Course Overview:
The IBM Cloud course provides a comprehensive understanding of IBM Cloud’s offerings, from basic concepts to advanced features. It covers the use of IBM Cloud for various computing needs, including virtual machines, container services, and cloud databases.
Course Outline:
- Introduction to IBM Cloud
- Overview of IBM Cloud and its service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
- Understanding cloud computing concepts and IBM Cloud’s architecture
- Benefits and use cases of IBM Cloud
- Getting Started with IBM Cloud
- Setting up an IBM Cloud account and navigating the IBM Cloud Console
- Introduction to IBM Cloud dashboard, resources, and management tools
- Understanding IBM Cloud regions, availability zones, and resource groups
- Creating and Managing Virtual Machines
- Launching and configuring virtual machines (VMs) in IBM Cloud
- Selecting and configuring VM sizes, storage options, and operating systems
- Managing VM lifecycle (start, stop, resize, and delete)
- Using IBM Cloud’s Bare Metal Servers and Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) features
- Networking and Security
- Configuring Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and subnets
- Managing network security groups and firewalls
- Setting up public and private IP addresses
- Implementing VPN and network peering for secure communication
- Storage and Databases
- Understanding and using IBM Cloud Block Storage, File Storage, and Object Storage
- Managing data backups and snapshots
- Configuring and managing IBM Cloud databases (e.g., IBM Cloud Databases for PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Using IBM Cloud Object Storage for scalable data storage
- Container Services and Kubernetes
- Introduction to IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service and IBM Cloud Container Registry
- Deploying and managing containerized applications using Kubernetes
- Configuring and scaling container clusters
- Integrating with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools
- Application Services and Development
- Using IBM Cloud Foundry for application development and deployment
- Leveraging IBM Cloud Functions (serverless computing) for event-driven workloads
- Exploring IBM Cloud’s AI and machine learning services (e.g., IBM Watson)
- Integrating with other IBM Cloud services and APIs
- Monitoring and Management
- Using IBM Cloud Monitoring and Logging tools
- Configuring alerts, dashboards, and performance metrics
- Managing and analyzing logs for troubleshooting and optimization
- Security and Compliance
- Implementing security best practices in IBM Cloud environments
- Managing access control using IBM Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Ensuring data protection with encryption and compliance with regulatory standards
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Understanding IBM Cloud pricing models and cost management strategies
- Monitoring and managing cloud costs using IBM Cloud Cost and Usage reports
- Implementing cost-saving strategies and resource optimization
- Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Configuring backup solutions for IBM Cloud resources
- Implementing disaster recovery strategies and planning
- Using IBM Cloud Backup and IBM Cloud Resiliency Orchestration
- Advanced Features and Automation
- Automating cloud resource management with IBM Cloud Automation tools
- Using IBM Cloud APIs and CLI for programmatic access and control
- Integrating with third-party tools and services for enhanced functionality
- Troubleshooting and Support
- Common issues and troubleshooting techniques for IBM Cloud resources
- Using IBM Cloud support resources, documentation, and community forums
- Accessing IBM Cloud professional services and customer support
- Final Assessment and Certification
- Review of course content and key concepts
- Practical assessment or project involving IBM Cloud management
- Certification options and obtaining credentials