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Cloud Computing Primer: Software as a Service (SaaS)

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Overview

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This course is designed for semi-technical and business learners, providing a solid foundation of cloud computing basics. Learners will build an understanding of how software as a service (SaaS) works as well. The modules in this course cover cloud computing basics, considerations for SaaS adoption, techniques for SaaS success and growth, as well as provide an exploratory SaaS experience for learners.

To allow for a truly hands-on, self-paced learning experience, this course is video-free. Assignments contain short explanations with images and suggested exploration examples, building a deeper understanding by doing. You'll benefit from instant feedback from a variety of assessment items along the way, gently progressing from quick understanding checks (multiple choice, fill in the blank, and un-scrambling answer blocks) to small, approachable exercises that take minutes instead of hours.

Syllabus

  • Cloud Computing Primer
    • This module introduces learners to the three primary cloud computing service models: Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). In addition, four cloud deployment models will also be introduced: public, private, community, and hybrid.
  • SaaS Considerations & Expansion
    • This module will cover some of the strategies to consider when thinking about using SaaS as a platform. Some expansion techniques are also covered.
  • SaaS Applications & Adoption
    • This module will cover some key SaaS applications for business, collaboration, and development.
  • SaaS Demo
    • This module will encourage learners to explore a SaaS application.

Taught by

Anh Le

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