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There activity is to finish AWS Academy Cloud Foundations course so that I can get ready to take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam. Thanks to Professor Victor Fernman, I learn a lot about What is AWS, how AWS works and how to benefit from using AWS.

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What I learned:

In this course, I learned about design thinking as a user-centered approach to problem-solving. I discovered how to implement a design thinking mindset and lead my team through the process, from setting goals to engaging different personalities. The course taught me the importance of creative collaboration, planning, research, and concept creation. I also explored prototyping techniques and how to drive a culture change towards innovation. Overall, it provided me with valuable insights and practical strategies to lead change in my organization.

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What I learned:

In this course, I learned how to master the core features of Microsoft Project 2016. I explored how to efficiently set up project components like work tasks, summary tasks, milestones, and recurring tasks. I also delved into managing different types of resources, setting up their availability and costs, and assigning them to tasks. Additionally, I learned to link tasks, set task constraints, and evaluate my project schedule and resource workloads to ensure my projects are on time and within budget. The course also taught me how to track project progress, manage baselines, update schedules, and generate reports to share project information effectively.

I learned and worked with various AWS services to build and manage cloud solutions. I explored how to use different types of load balancers like the Network Load Balancer to handle large amounts of traffic efficiently. I also worked on understanding AWS storage options like EBS and EFS, and learned how to manage security settings using IAM policies.AWS_Academy_Graduate___AWS_Academy_Cloud_Foundations_Badge20241206-27-9ub27o

The AWS Academy Cloud Foundations course gave me a clear and practical understanding of cloud computing. It explained key concepts like the shared responsibility model, where AWS manages the infrastructure while users handle their data and security. Hands-on labs helped me practice using services like Amazon S3 for storage, Amazon RDS for databases, and AWS CloudFront for content delivery. I also learned about scalability and cost management, understanding how to adjust resources based on demand and only pay for what I use. Overall, the course made cloud computing feel approachable and gave me confidence in using AWS.

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The AWS Academy Cloud Foundations certification is a comprehensive program designed to introduce learners to the core concepts of cloud computing and AWS services. I completed this certification as part of my MIS 3406 Cloud Architecture course, where I gained hands-on experience with key AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, and more. AWS Academy provided a robust understanding of cloud infrastructure, security, and architecture best practices. This certification enhanced my technical skills in cloud computing and demonstrated my ability to work with AWS tools and services for cloud-based projects.

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Completing the AWS Foundations course through Canvas Academy was an enriching experience that provided a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing and the AWS platform. The course effectively combined theory and hands-on labs, covering topics like EC2 instances, S3 storage, and IAM. Two key takeaways were the advantages of cloud-native technologies and the business strategies AWS offers, such as scalable, server less solutions like Lambda that optimize operations. Additionally, I gained insights into AWS’s global infrastructure and how it supports business growth and agility. This course enhanced both my technical skills and my understanding of how cloud solutions can drive business efficiency.

 

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This project was about Amazon Web Services and its capabilities. Through this project and its modules, I learned more about AWS and how to work it. It taught me about not only the cloud, but all of the services provided in AWS . Doing this project helped better my understanding for the MIS 3406 Cloud Architecture course, and made doing the assignments for the class easier. The project was run by AWS Academy. AWS_Academy_Graduate___AWS_Academy_Cloud_Foundations_Badge20241204-26-wncimr

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The project I decided to work on, is called “Cosmic Escapes”. Cosmic Escapes is a fictional website that allows you to travel to different planets, as well as different galaxies and explore and enjoy the experience. Not only does it offer transportation to those planets, but it has pre-built luxury hotels, living spaces and amenities. It also has an option to calculate the total cost for your stay. Working on this project taught me a lot about implementing good looking designs and CSS, as well as using Javascript to give the user a smooth experience without any errors or issues.

Completing the AWS Academy Cloud Foundations course provided me with a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts, AWS services, and best practices. Some key takeaways that I took include the benefits of cloud computing, such as scalability and cost-efficiency, and an overview of core AWS services like EC2, S3, and RDS. I learned about AWS’s global infrastructure, security tools like IAM and CloudTrail, and networking features such as VPC and Load Balancing. The course also covered storage options, database solutions, monitoring with CloudWatch, automation using CloudFormation, and cost management strategies. This foundational knowledge will prepare me to design and manage cloud solutions effectively.

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Microsoft Project 2016 Essential Training is one of the courses I took, and it was sponsored by LinkedIn Learning. Its purpose is to help people understand the Microsoft Project fundamentals. This training covered topics that anyone wanting to use Microsoft Project must know to use it effectively. This includes topics like setting up dependencies, managing resources, and using tools to track project progress. In this learning, I took on the role of a participant and learner, and I gained a much better understanding of the topics previously mentioned.

 

Learning Design Thinking: Lead Change in Your Organization is another course that I took, and it was also sponsored by LinkedIn Learning. Its purpose is to help people who want to make a change to use design thinking to drive change within their organizations. This training provides information on the core concepts of design thinking. This includes things like understanding user needs, prototyping, and testing solutions. In this learning, I took on the role of a learner who was looking to facilitate change.CertificateOfCompletion_Learning Design Thinking Lead Change in Your Organization CertificateOfCompletion_Learning Design Thinking Lead Change in Your Organization (1) CertificateOfCompletion_Microsoft Project 2016 Essential Training CertificateOfCompletion_Microsoft Project 2016 Essential Training (1)