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FAQs

• What are the prerequisites to get started with cloud computing basics?

  There are no prerequisites to get started with cloud computing. The Introduction to Cloud Computing course has been designed to cater to the understanding level of beginners.
   

• How do beginners learn cloud computing?

  Beginners who want to learn cloud computing can start with the basics first. Once you have mastered the cloud computing fundamentals you can move on to the advanced topics.

• How long does it take to complete the Introduction to cloud computing course ?

  This cloud computing basics course consists of 2 hours of video content that will help you understand cloud computing thoroughly.

• What should I learn first in the Introduction to Cloud Computing course?

  It is recommended that you always start with cloud computing basics first. For a better understanding, watch the learning videos in sequence without skipping any.

• Are cloud computing basics easy to learn?

  The videos that you find in this cloud computing basics course are created by mentors who are industry leaders with vast experience in the field. They are aware of the needs of different learners and have designed the course to be easy to learn.

• What are the cloud computing fundamentals covered in this course?

  The cloud computing fundamentals covered in this free course include: 

  • Cloud security
  • Cloud provider selection
  • Cloud workloads
  • Cloud deployment and migration across multiple platforms
  • Database skills   
  • Serverless architecture
  • Cloud migration and deployment
  • Multicloud deployment
  • Quality assurance

• Why learn cloud computing basics? 

  With the increasing focus on cloud computing and infrastructure over the last several years, cloud architects are in great demand worldwide. Many organizations have moved to cloud platforms for better scalability, mobility, and security, and cloud solutions architects are among the highest paid professionals in the IT industry. According to a study by Goldman Sachs, cloud computing is one of the top three initiatives planned by IT executives as they make cloud infrastructure an integral part of their organizations. Therefore, now is the time to learn cloud computing to become eligible for the thousands of job opportunities it has to offer.

• Can I complete this Introduction to Cloud Computing course in 90 days?

  Yes, you can complete this Introduction to Cloud Computing course within 90 days.

• Will I get a certificate after completing the cloud computing basics course?

  If you finish any free course on SkillUp within 90 days from the date of enrollment, you are eligible to receive a Course Completion Certificate for the same. Therefore, you will receive a shareable certificate on completing the Cloud Computing basics program too. To unlock it, log in to your SkillUp account and click unlock. You will soon receive a mail with a link to the view and download the certificate. You can add the SkillUp certificate to your resume and share it on Facebook, LinkedIn etc.

• What are my next best learning options after completing this cloud computing basics course?

  After completing this Cloud Computing basics course, you can opt for the Cloud Architect course or Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing provided by Simplilearn.

• What are the career opportunities for cloud computing professionals?

  Common careers for cloud computing professionals include:

  • Cloud developer
  • Cloud engineer
  • Cloud architect 
  • Cloud support engineer