Cloud Computing and Web Deployment Foundations

Launching a web application requires more than just writing code; it demands a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, server administration, and secure deployment pipelines. This course bridges the gap between development and operations, guiding you from cloud novice to deploying real-world applications. You will transition from writing local code to hosting live, secure, and scalable web applications on the cloud. By reading through clear, structured explanations and practical configuration guides, you will gain the confidence to manage remote servers, configure web servers like Apache and NGINX, and deploy full-stack applications. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and core virtualization concepts. - Configure and secure remote Linux servers using SSH, firewalls, and modern identity management. - Deploy and compare high-performance web servers using Apache and NGINX configurations. - Set up and manage relational and non-relational databases, including MariaDB and modern database standards. - Build and deploy a LAMP stack and modern React web applications on AWS EC2 instances. - Apply modern CI/CD and containerization fundamentals to streamline your cloud deployment workflows. The course begins with essential cloud terminology and server administration basics before guiding you step-by-step through database configurations, web server setup, and live application deployment. You will progress from foundational theory to practical, text-based deployment walkthroughs. This course is designed entirely for beginners, with no prior cloud or system administration experience required. Basic familiarity with web development concepts is helpful but not necessary. Start your journey into cloud administration and deploy your first web application today.