Hello to AWS World...!
Welcome dear learners and future cloud enthusiasts to an exciting exploration of the world of Amazon Web Services (AWS)! In this 30-day learning journey, we'll uncover the intricacies of AWS one day at a time and pave the way to becoming a confident cloud conqueror.
The world of cloud computing is an exciting array of possibilities, and AWS is a pioneering giant in this space. Whether you're a developer looking to harness the power of cloud resources or a DevOps engineer looking to orchestrate a seamless deployment, AWS offers countless services that can transform the way you approach building and scaling applications.
But where to start? How do you navigate the wide range of AWS services? Fear not, because our 30-day adventure is designed as a compass to guide you through the labyrinthine paths of cloud architecture, infrastructure management, and application deployment.
Over the next month, we'll delve into the basics of AWS, from basic concepts to advanced techniques. Let's go on a journey that exposes AWS in simple language that even newbies can understand. Whether you're drinking your morning tea or relaxing after a day at work, these daily lectures are your trusted companions on this journey of knowledge.
But wait, what makes this learning journey unique? Well, here's the twist: Every day we not only dive into core AWS services like EC2, S3, VPC, ECS, and EKS, but we also discover hidden gems and creative applications that you don't often find. in a typical AWS tutorial. Expect content that is not only informative but also imaginative and insightful. So are you ready to take on this exciting 30-day challenge???
Whether you're a technical consultant or a curious learner, this journey will equip you with the skills and confidence you need to navigate the complexities of the AWS universe.
Let's quickly have a look at our content on the 30 Days of AWS Series. It may not be the perfect pin-to-pin content but yes it will give you a high-level idea of what we are going to learn.
Week 1: Hello AWS World - Getting Started with AWS
Day 1: Introduction to AWS
What is AWS?
Why is AWS important?
Account creation and basic setup
Day 2: Our Home - AWS Management Console
Tour of the AWS Management Console
Tips for navigating the interface
Day 3: Launching Your First EC2 Instance
Understanding EC2 and its use cases
A step-by-step guide to launching an EC2 instance
Day 4: Storing Data with Amazon S3
Overview of Amazon S3
Unique use cases and benefits
Creating buckets and uploading files
Day 5: Introduction to VPC (Virtual Private Cloud)
Understanding networking in AWS
Creating a VPC and setting up subnets
Week 2: Level Up! - Scaling and Managing Resources
Day 6: Auto Scaling and Load Balancing
Importance of auto-scaling
Setting up auto-scaling groups and load balancers
Day 7: Database Options on AWS
Overview of RDS, DynamoDB, and Aurora
Choosing the right database service
Day 8: Serverless Computing with AWS Lambda
Introduction to serverless architecture
Creating and deploying a Lambda function
Day 9: Monitoring and Logging with CloudWatch
Overview of AWS CloudWatch
Setting up alarms and monitoring resources
Day 10: Infrastructure as Code with AWS CloudFormation
Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Creating and deploying stacks with CloudFormation
Week 3: Let's Pack and Ship: Containerization and Orchestration
Day 11: Introduction to Docker
Basics of containerization
Running Docker containers on EC2 instances
Day 12: Managing Containers with Amazon ECS
Exploring Amazon ECS (Elastic Container Service)
Creating and deploying containerized applications
Day 13: Kubernetes on AWS with Amazon EKS
Understanding Kubernetes and EKS
Setting up an EKS cluster
Day 14: CI/CD with AWS CodePipeline and CodeBuild
Implementing continuous integration and continuous deployment
Building and deploying applications with CodePipeline and CodeBuild
Week 4: Cloud Kavach: Security and Advanced Topics
Day 15: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Managing users, groups, and permissions
Best practices for IAM
Day 16: Network Security with AWS WAF and Shield
Protecting your applications from threats
Configuring AWS WAF and Shield
Day 17: AWS Secrets Manager and Parameter Store
Managing sensitive information and credentials
Securely storing and retrieving secrets
Day 18: AWS CloudTrail and Config
Monitoring and auditing your AWS resources
Tracking changes and compliance with CloudTrail and Config
Day 19: High Availability and Disaster Recovery
Strategies for high availability and fault tolerance
Implementing disaster recovery solutions on AWS
Week 5: Specializations: Advanced DevOps and Automation
Day 20: Building a Serverless API with Amazon API Gateway
Creating and deploying a serverless API
Integrating with Lambda functions
Day 21: Infrastructure Automation with AWS OpsWorks
Introduction to OpsWorks
Automating infrastructure management
Day 22: Managing Secrets with HashiCorp Vault on AWS
Using HashiCorp Vault for secret management
Integrating Vault with AWS services
Day 23: Secure GitOps with AWS CodeCommit and CodeDeploy
Implementing GitOps workflows
Setting up Git repositories and deploying code with CodeDeploy
Day 24: AWS CloudFormation Custom Resources
Extending CloudFormation with custom resources
Creating and using custom resources
Week 6: Show your Expertise: Advanced Networking and Optimization
Day 25: Advanced VPC Configurations
VPC peering, Transit Gateway, and more
Designing complex network architectures
Day 26: Accelerating Content Delivery with Amazon CloudFront
Introduction to Amazon CloudFront
Setting up a Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Day 27: AWS Cost Optimization Strategies
Best practices for cost optimization
Using AWS tools to monitor and control costs
Day 28: Advanced Monitoring and Analytics with Amazon CloudWatch Logs and Insights
Analyzing logs and monitoring application performance
Using CloudWatch Logs and Insights for troubleshooting
Day 29: Advanced Application Load Balancing with AWS ALB and NLB
Configuring application load balancers for different use cases
Advanced routing and traffic management
Day 30: Final Wrap-up and Next Steps
Recap of the 30-day journey
Further learning resources and next steps for AWS mastery
Be still, dear reader, for the first rays of AWS enlightenment are about to appear. We will learn, explore and conquer AWS in 30 days and together we will unlock the enormous possibilities of cloud technology. Stay tuned for Day 1 where we cover AWS basics! Are you excited? We sure are! Let's embark on this extraordinary journey and embrace the AWS cloud with open arms. See you on Day 1!