
Learn how to navigate the AWS dashboard, understand free tier limits for EC2 and other services, and grasp the region and availability zone structure for reliable EC2 deployments.
Explore AWS EC2 instance types, from general purpose M-series and T-series to compute-optimized and memory-optimized C-, R-, and X-series, and learn their naming conventions and pricing options.
Learn how security groups act as instance-level firewalls with inbound and outbound rules, use elastic IPs for a stable public address, and employ key pairs for SSH access to EC2.
Launch your first EC2 instance, configure security groups for SSH on port 22, create a key pair, and connect via SSH to Ubuntu 22.04, then update packages.
Learn how to install the Nginx web server on an Ubuntu EC2 instance, connect via SSH, update packages, configure firewall for port 80, and verify the Nginx welcome page.
Deploy a static website on an AWS EC2 instance using nginx by placing files in /var/www/html and cloning the repo for deployment, accessible via public IP or DNS.
Allocate and associate an elastic IP to an EC2 instance in the AWS console, creating a static address that survives restarts.
Learn how to create and use snapshots to copy an instance's data, convert snapshots into AMIs, and launch new instances from those images.
Explore how a virtual private cloud lets you design and control your network, create private and public subnets across availability zones, assign CIDR blocks, and launch instances within subnets.
Explore how subnets and cidr define ip ranges in a vpc, using subnet masking and forward slash notation to allocate ip addresses.
Analyze a region diagram with a VPC, two subnets in different availability zones, and instances, and learn how route tables and an Internet gateway define public versus private subnets.
Create a custom VPC in the US West region, add two subnets across different availability zones, and configure the route table and internet gateway to enable connectivity.
Create and associate subnets with a custom route table, configure a 0.0.0.0/0 route to an internet gateway, and attach the gateway to the VPC to enable internet access.
Launch and configure EC2 instances within a custom VPC, enabling auto assigned public IP and DNS settings, assign subnets, security groups, and observe public IP and DNS upon launch.
Welcome to the AWS EC2 & VPC: A Beginner's Guide to Cloud Computing
In the "EC2" section, we'll start by introducing you to the AWS dashboard, where you'll get familiar with the AWS ecosystem and its various services. Then, we'll dive into exploring the different instance types available in AWS and understanding selecting the right ones for your specific requirements.
In the "VPC" section, we'll introduce you to Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), which allows you to create your isolated network within the AWS cloud. You'll grasp the concept of CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing)
To make things more practical, we'll guide you through setting up a VPC and its subnets using a diagram, enabling you to design your network infrastructure seamlessly. We'll also delve into creating Route Tables and Internet Gateways, vital components for connecting your VPC to the Internet and other AWS services.
Finally, we'll tie everything together by launching an EC2 instance within your VPC. This hands-on experience will reinforce your understanding of VPC and EC2 integration, giving you the confidence to deploy complex applications in your isolated cloud environment.
Throughout the course, we'll provide step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, and practical demonstrations, ensuring you build practical skills and gain valuable insights into cloud computing. Whether you're an aspiring cloud engineer, developer, or IT professional, this course will empower you to harness the full potential of AWS EC2 & VPC and take your cloud journey to new heights. Enroll now and embark on an exciting learning adventure!