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    AWS S3 Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Storage, Version Control, Encryption, Data Storage, Data Encryption Standard

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Create a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Using AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Security, Public Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Scalability, Private Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera Project Network

    Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM)

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Platforms, Command-Line Interface

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Image Analysis, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    AWS Multi-Tier VPC Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Network Architecture, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Kubernetes in AWS: Create Cluster in EKS in your own VPC

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Kubernetes, DevOps, Amazon Web Services, Cloud-Native Computing, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Command-Line Interface

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Access an EC2 instance shell from the AWS console

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Web Applications, Public Cloud, Linux Servers, Apache, Remote Access Systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Create audio transcripts with Amazon Transcribe

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Data Import/Export, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Amazon CloudWatch, Identity and Access Management, Organizational Structure, Cloud Solutions, Continuous Monitoring, Account Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    AWS Cloudfront: Serve content from multiple S3 buckets

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Content Management Systems, Load Balancing, System Configuration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Hosting a Static Website (HTML/CSS/Javascript) in AWS S3

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Version Control, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Web Design and Development, Public Cloud

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular aws courses

  • AWS S3 Basics: Coursera Project Network
  • Create a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Using AWS: Coursera Project Network
  • Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) : Coursera Project Network
  • Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker: Coursera Project Network
  • AWS Multi-Tier VPC Architecture: Coursera Project Network
  • Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine: Coursera Project Network
  • Kubernetes in AWS: Create Cluster in EKS in your own VPC: Coursera Project Network
  • Access an EC2 instance shell from the AWS console: Coursera Project Network
  • Create audio transcripts with Amazon Transcribe: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a Business Architecture using AWS Organization: Coursera Project Network

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aws

Browse the AWS courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • AWS Cloud Solutions Architect: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Cloud Technical Essentials: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Generative AI Applications: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials: Amazon Web Services
  • Getting Started with Data Analytics on AWS: Amazon Web Services‎

The AWS Cloud Solutions Architect Professional Certificate lasts 2 months and focuses on:

  • Amazon CloudWatch
  • Hybrid cloud computing
  • Data visualization

It uses tools like Python, Excel, and Power BI.

In contrast, the AWS Fundamentals Specialization spans 4 weeks and emphasizes:

  • Data import/export
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Amazon DynamoDB

It uses similar tools.

Both courses are beginner-friendly and cover core AWS topics but differ in duration and specialized areas. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • The Cloud Solutions Architect certificate for a comprehensive approach to solution architecture and cloud security
  • The Fundamentals specialization for a quicker introduction to AWS infrastructure and services.‎

AWS courses cover a wide range of topics essential for mastering Amazon Web Services. These include the basics of cloud computing, AWS infrastructure, and core services like EC2, S3, and RDS. Learners will explore topics such as networking, security, and identity management. Advanced courses might cover areas like DevOps practices on AWS, machine learning, and big data processing with AWS services such as Lambda, Redshift, and SageMaker. Practical labs and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world cloud solutions.‎

While AWS does not offer its full Professional Certificates, Specializations, or courses for free, there are two ways to ensure you have selected the best topic and program to meet your goal.

  • Preview the first module of many AWS courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate from AWS, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

Choosing the right AWS course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that introduce the fundamentals of AWS, including basic cloud concepts and core services. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on specific AWS services, security best practices, and deployment techniques. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on AWS architecture, advanced networking, or preparing for certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

A certificate in AWS can open up various career opportunities in cloud computing and IT. Common roles include AWS cloud architect, DevOps engineer, cloud solutions engineer, and cloud security specialist. These positions involve designing, deploying, and managing cloud applications and infrastructure on AWS, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions. With the growing adoption of cloud technologies across industries, earning an AWS certificate can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, and enterprise IT.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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