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New content is coming soon to your AWS Solution Architect Course on Udemy!

RDS Super Lab
Master AWS RDS like never before! Learn everything from creating DB instances to multi-AZ deployments, snapshots, failover simulation, monitoring, and cost optimization in our upcoming RDS Super Lab.

Stay tuned – this powerful content will be added soon .

1 April to 31 Oct 2026- Course Update (55 Videos)

We’ve added 55 new videos to make your learning even more practical and complete.

• EventBridge - Event Source & Event

• EventBridge - Event Bus

• EventBridge - Event Bus Rule

• EventBridge Target

• EventBridge Lab

• Amazon EventBridge Schedule

• EventBridge Scheduler Hands-on Lab

• AWS EventBridge Cheat Sheet

• Data Processing

• Amazon Kinesis Services Stream

• Kinesis Data Streams Terminology & Flow

• Kinesis Data Stream Hands-On Lab

• Amazon Kinesis Data Stream configuration Options

• Amazon Data Firehose

• Amazon Data Firehose Lab

• Managed Apache Flink

  
  

  Mastering Monitoring and Auditing in AWS

• CloudWatch Introduction

• CloudWatch Monitoring Hands-On Lab

• CloudWatch Agent

• CloudWatch Alarm

• CloudWatch Alarm Hands - On Lab

• CloudWatch Logs

• CloudWatch Logs Hands - On Lab

• Amazon CloudWatch Logs Practical | Send EC2 Application Logs to CloudWatch

• CloudWatch Logs Insights

• CloudWatch Logs Insights Practical

• CloudWatch Investigation

• AWS CloudTrail Introduction

• CloudTrail Hands On Lab

• CloudTrail Event Type

• CloudTrail Trail Long-Term Log Collection

• CloudTrail Trail Setup

• AWS Config Introduction

• AWS Config Setup Options Explained

• AWS Config Resource Timeline

• AWS Config Rules

• AWS Config Security Remediation Lab

• AWS Config Conformance Packs Explained Practically

• AWS Systems Manager Introduction

• AWS Systems Manager - List EC2 Instances in Managed Nodes

• Add On-Premises VM to AWS Systems Manager Managed Nodes | Install SSM Agent

• AWS SSM Session Manager Practical Demo

• AWS SSM Session Manager Lab - Connect EC2 in Private Subnet Without Public IP

• AWS SSM Run Command

• AWS SSM Patch Manager

• AWS SSM Patch Manager - Patch Policy

• AWS SSM Parameter Store

• AWS SSM Parameter Store Hands-on Lab

• AWS SSM Automation Hands-on-Lab

  
  

  AWS Security Services

  • AWS Certificate Manager (ACM)

  • AWS ACM Project Introduction | Secure Web App on AWS

  • ACM Project Step 1 - Setup VPC Infrastructure

  • ACM Project Step 2 -Register a Domain And Configure Route 53

  • ACM Project Step 3 - Request and Valadite an ACM Certificate

  • ACM Project Step 4 - Deploy Web Application And Configure Load Balancer & HTTPS

  • ACM Step 5 - Domain Mapping and Perform Final Validation and Failover Testing

1st March to 30th March 2026 - Course Update  (9 Videos)

We’ve added 9 new videos to make your learning even more practical and complete

Amazon SQS Deep Dive

• SNS Subscription Filter Policy

• Amazon SQS vs Amazon SNS

• SNS + SQS Integration

• SNS + SQS Integration Lab Setup

• SNS FIFO Configuration

• SNS FIFO + SQS FIFO

• AWS SNS Cheat Sheet

• Amazon EventBridge

• EventBridge Work Flow

  
  

  1st March to 31st March 2026 - Course Update  (9 Videos)

We’ve added 9 new videos to make your learning even more practical and complete

Amazon SQS Deep Dive

• SNS Subscription Filter Policy

• Amazon SQS vs Amazon SNS

• SNS + SQS Integration

• SNS + SQS Integration Lab Setup

• SNS FIFO Configuration

• SNS FIFO + SQS FIFO

• AWS SNS Cheat Sheet

• Amazon EventBridge

• EventBridge Work Flow

  
  

These additions will help you better understand real-world messaging patterns and how AWS services work together in production environments.

February 2026 — Course Update (17 New Videos)

We’ve added 17 new videos to the Application Integration section of our AWS course to strengthen practical understanding of Amazon SQS, Amazon SNS, and real-world service integrations.

These updates focus on hands-on learning, architecture understanding, and real production scenarios used in modern cloud applications.

Amazon SQS Deep Dive

• SQS Deduplication Scope

• FIFO Throughput Limit

• FIFO Queue Hands-On Lab

• Amazon SQS Integration with AWS Services

• SQS + EC2 Integration

• Amazon SQS + AWS Lambda

• S3 + SQS + Lambda Architecture

• Priority Processing with Amazon SQS

• AWS SQS Cheat Sheet

Amazon SNS Fundamentals

• Amazon SNS – Introduction

• Amazon SNS: The Push-Based Messaging Service

• SNS Core Components

• SNS Standard vs FIFO Topic

• SNS Standard Topic — All Configuration Options

• Create Standard SNS Topic

• SNS Delivery Policy - Lab

• SNS Data Protection Policy

  
  

January 2026 Course Update (28 New Videos)

In January 2026, we added 28 new videos focused on AWS API Gateway and Amazon SQS, explained in a clear, step-by-step, and practical manner.

This update is designed to strengthen your understanding of real-world application communication, messaging architecture, security concepts, and exam-relevant scenarios.

What’s covered in this update:

AWS API Gateway

• REST API resources, methods, and integration types

• Proxy integration and method request configuration

• Complete hands-on REST API lab (from prerequisites to testing)

• API Keys, Usage Plans, and Resource Policies

• API Gateway security layers (authentication & authorization)

• Canary deployment and custom domain configuration

• Exam-focused API Gateway cheat sheet

Amazon SQS

• Introduction to Amazon SQS and its core components

• Understanding the SQS pull-based mechanism

• Types of SQS queues (Standard & FIFO)

• SQS configuration options:

  • Visibility Timeout

  • Receive Message Wait Time

• SQS encryption

• Access policies

• Hands-on Amazon SQS lab

• Dead-Letter Queue (DLQ)

• Redrive Allow Policy

• FIFO queue deduplication

Recently Updated: 10 Dec 2025 to 3 Jan 2026

Application Integration

We have added 12 new videos on AWS API Gateway – REST API under the Application Integration topic.

What you will learn:

• REST API endpoint types and security (TLS, strict mode)

• Resources, methods, and integration types

• Proxy integration and method request settings

• Complete REST API hands-on lab (from creation to testing)

• API Keys and Usage Plans with practical lab

Why this matters:

• Covers API Gateway from basics to practical

• Useful for AWS exams and real projects

  
  

Recently Updated: 16 Nov 2025 to 9 Dec 2025

Application Integration

This module introduces AWS Application Integration, covering monolithic vs microservices architecture, synchronous vs asynchronous communication, and key API concepts. You’ll learn REST, HTTP, and WebSocket APIs in API Gateway, understand CRUD, and complete a hands-on lab to build and test an API using Lambda and API Gateway.

We have added 15 new videos

Recently Updated: 13 Nov 2025

Quiz - Mastering Simple Storage Service (S3)

Recently Updated: 29 Sep 2025

We’ve launched Topic-wise Quizzes for AWS SAA-C03 preparation across multiple core services. These quizzes are designed to make learning more practical, interactive, and exam-focused with real exam-style questions + detailed explanations to sharpen your preparation.

29 Aug 2025
Quiz  – Exploring Storage Options for EC2 Instances

• Covers Instance Store, EBS, EFS, FSx with scenarios and hands-on.

• Focus on choosing the right storage option in exam-style questions.

24 Sep 2025
Quiz  – Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)

• Covers VPC fundamentals to advanced: Subnets, Route Tables, IGW, NAT Gateway, VPC Peering, ACLs, Security Groups, Transit Gateway, VPN, Direct Connect, Endpoints, Flow Logs, Prefix Lists, and more.

• Tests your ability to design secure & scalable networks.

27 Sep 2025
Quiz  – Amazon Route 53

• Covers DNS basics to advanced: Record Types, Routing Policies, Health Checks, Hosted Zones.

• Includes all routing policies: Geolocation, Latency, Geoproximity, Failover, Multivalue Answer, IP-based routing.

• Strengthens domain resolution and routing strategy knowledge.

29 Sep 2025
Quiz  – AWS Load Balancer

• Covers ALB, NLB, GLB, and CLB.

• Includes Path-based & Host-based routing, Cross-Zone Load Balancing, Ingress Routing, and practical scenarios

ECS Project – Real-World AWS Deployment Using Docker & ECS

Updated: From 2 July to 15 Nov 2025

ECS Project Summary (Updated with 70 New Videos)

This ECS Project delivers a complete end-to-end journey of deploying real applications on Amazon ECS.

Cluster & Docker: Build the foundation by creating an ECS cluster and building/testing Docker images.

Amazon ECR: Learn ECR deeply—create repositories, authenticate Docker/EC2, and push container images securely.

Task Definitions: Master task definitions including families, launch types, OS/architecture options, network modes, IAM roles, environment variables, storage, and resource allocation.

Running Tasks & Services: Create and run ECS tasks, configure ECS services, and understand core service behavior.

Deployment Strategies: Implement rolling updates, Blue/Green deployments, networking, load balancers, and failure detection.

Scaling: Configure both target tracking and step scaling policies for automatic service scaling.

Real-World Project: Build a secure VPC, set up security groups, deploy an Application Load Balancer, integrate with ECR, launch a Fargate service, enable auto scaling, and verify the production-ready deployment.

Update: We have added 70 new videos to make this a complete, practical, and industry-ready ECS learning path from basics to advanced deployment techniques.

Recently Updated: 24 June 2025 AWS Elastic Container Services
We’ve just added 2 brand-new videos in the AWS Elastic Container Services section:

• Amazon ECS Task

• Amazon ECS Services

Recently Updated: 19 June 2025 AWS Elastic Container Services
We’ve just added 1 brand-new video in the AWS Elastic Container Services section:

• Create your own Auto Scaling Group manually and add it to ecs

Recently Updated: 19 June 2025 AWS Elastic Container Services
We’ve just added 1 brand-new video in the AWS Elastic Container Services section:

• Add EC2 Manually After Cluster Creation

Recently Updated: 17 June 2025 AWS Elastic Container Services
We’ve just added 2 brand-new videos in the AWS Elastic Container Services section:

• ECS Cluster Setup Using Fargate & Fargate Spot

• Add EC2 During Cluster Setup

These lessons cover practical, step-by-step instructions to help you understand both serverless (Fargate) and EC2-backed ECS deployments.

Start watching now and enhance your container deployment skills!

Recently Updated: 11 June 2025 AWS Elastic Container Services
We’ve just added 2 brand-new videos in the AWS Elastic Container Services section:

• Amazon ECS Anywhere – Run ECS tasks on your on-prem or external infrastructure

• ECS Encryption – Learn how data is encrypted at rest and in transit within ECS

These additions help you understand ECS in hybrid environments and secure deployments.

Dive in now and strengthen your real-world ECS skills!

Recently Updated: 31st May 2025 Amazon ECS – Core Concepts & Infrastructure (As Per 2025)

To take your ECS learning journey to the next level, we’ve added 4 powerful videos that explain the building blocks of ECS with visual clarity and practical context.

Added 4 Videos:

• Amazon ECS Basics – Understand what ECS is and how it works

• Application Architectures on ECS – Learn Monolithic vs Microservices patterns

• ECS Cluster – Dive into how ECS clusters are formed and managed

• ECS Infrastructure – Get a complete picture of ECS backend setup

Each video is designed to simplify complex concepts and help you build real-world understanding with step-by-step guidance.

Watch now and master ECS architecture with confidence!

Recently Update : 15 May 2025 Amazon ECS – Prerequisites & Foundational Topics (As Per 2025)

To help you build a strong foundation before diving into Amazon ECS, we’ve added essential prerequisite videos that explain the core concepts clearly and practically:

• Elastic Container Services (ECS) – Prerequisites

• Amazon ECS – Elastic Container Services (Explained)

• Amazon ECS – A New Way To Learn (Practical Approach)

• Docker Container Overview – Why Docker Matters in ECS

• How Virtual Machines Work?

• What is a Virtual Machine?

• Limitations of Virtual Machines

• What is a Container? (In-depth Explanation)

• Docker FAQ – Common Questions Answered Clearly

        9 in-depth videos designed to give you a complete understanding of containers and how ECS uses them, with easy explanations, visual demos, and real-world context.

Watch now to build your ECS fundamentals the right way!

Recently Update : 16 April 2025 AWS Capstone Project (8 Practical Videos)
We’ve added a brand-new Capstone Project to take your AWS skills to the next level! This hands-on project includes 8 step-by-step videos where you’ll apply everything you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. Perfect for gaining confidence, building practical experience, and strengthening your portfolio.

• Real-life architecture

• End-to-end deployment

• Best practices and tips

• Ideal for interviews and certification prep

Start the capstone project today and master AWS like a pro!

5 April 2025 – New AWS Lambda Module released with 16 in-depth videos covering fundamentals to advanced topics:

• Basics of Lambda, Serverless vs EC2

• First Lambda Function, Blueprints, Container Images

• Execution Role, Triggers, EC2 Automation with Python Boto3

• Amazon Q (Assistant, Developer, vs ChatGPT, integration with Lambda)

• Execution Environment, Cold vs Warm Starts

7 April 2025 – Added 4 advanced videos on Lambda versioning and scaling:

• Version Control & Published Functions

• Aliases in Lambda

• Concurrency, Scaling & Reserved Concurrency

12 April 2025 – Added 3 practical videos:

• Lambda Layers (with Hands-On)

• Lambda VPC Connectivity (with Hands-On)

Each update includes real-world examples, automation use cases, and hands-on demos to help you master AWS Lambda for 2025.

Recent Update: 15 March 2025 AWS DynamoDB (As Per 2025)

We are excited to announce our latest module on AWS DynamoDB, the fully managed NoSQL database service by AWS. Explore DynamoDB from fundamentals to advanced topics with practical case studies and deep-dive labs — all content is updated as per 2025

DynamoDB Module Highlights:

29 in-depth videos packed with hands-on demonstrations, certification-focused explanations, and real-world projects.

Topics Covered:

• AWS DynamoDB Introduction

• NoSQL and DynamoDB

• UPI Case Study: Relational vs Non-Relational Databases

• AWS DynamoDB Core Components

• AWS DynamoDB Table Class

• AWS DynamoDB Storage Architecture

• AWS DynamoDB Read Consistency

• AWS DynamoDB Write Consistency

• Read Capacity Unit (RCU)

• Write Capacity Unit (WCU)

• On-Demand Capacity Mode

• Provisioned Capacity Mode

• Warm Throughput in DynamoDB

• Secondary Indexes

• Local Secondary Index (LSI)

• Global Secondary Index (GSI)

• LSI vs GSI

• Encryption at Rest Explained (AWS Exam Focus)

• DynamoDB Resource Policies (For Certification)

• Global Tables Explained

• Mini Labs on Global Tables

• DynamoDB Backup Strategies (Must-Know for AWS Exams)

• Export to S3 in DynamoDB

• Export to S3 Part 2: Choosing the Best File Format

• DynamoDB Streams & Triggers

• DynamoDB with Kinesis Data Stream

• Amazon DynamoDB Accelerator (DAX)

• How to Create a DAX Cluster

• DynamoDB Cheat Sheet for AWS Certified Solutions Architect – SAA-C03

• Complete DynamoDB Overview

Recent Update: 28 Jan 2025 AWS Relational Database Service (RDS)

We are excited to announce our latest module on AWS Relational Database Service (RDS), the managed database service by AWS. Dive deep into the concepts and hands-on labs to master database management, availability, and scalability as per 2025.

RDS Module Highlights:

35 in-depth videos packed with practical labs and real-world examples.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Databases

• What is AWS Relational Database Service (RDS)?

• Why Use AWS RDS?

• On-Premises vs Amazon EC2 vs Amazon RDS

• AWS Relational Database Service (RDS) Lab

• EC2 - RDS Connection Lab

• Availability & Durability (Single DB Instance)

• Multi-AZ DB Instance and Multi-AZ DB Cluster

• Choosing Availability Options

• RDS Settings: Credentials, Instance Configuration, and Storage

• RDS Connectivity and Database Authentication

• RDS Monitoring: Performance Insights, Enhanced Monitoring, and CloudWatch

• DB Parameter Group & Option Group

• Automated Backups & Manual Snapshots

• Encryption and Log Exports

• Maintenance

• Read Replica and Readable Standby Instance vs Read Replica

• Advanced Features: Blue/Green Deployment, RDS Proxy, Zero-ETL Integration

• ElastiCache for RDS: Deployment Options and Cluster Mode

• Restore from S3 and Snapshots

Join now and elevate your AWS knowledge with in-depth content and 35 practical videos!

Recent Update: 21 Nov 2024 - AWS CloudFront

We are excited to announce our latest module on AWS CloudFront, the powerful Content Delivery Network (CDN) service. Dive deep into the concepts and hands-on labs to master delivering content faster, securely, and reliably.

CloudFront Module Highlights:
18 in-depth videos packed with practical labs and real-world examples.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to AWS CloudFront Content Delivery Network (CDN)

• Components of CloudFront and hands-on labs

• Custom HTTPS, origin access, and cache behavior options

• Geographic restrictions and supported HTTP versions

• Origin group labs (EC2 and S3 failover, geographical failover with load balancer)

• Cache key, origin requests, and cache invalidation

• CloudFront functions and error pages

Join now and elevate your AWS knowledge with in-depth content and 18 practical videos.

Recent Update: 17 Nov 2024 - AWS S3 Module

We have just added a comprehensive module on AWS S3, covering everything from basics to advanced use cases. Whether you are looking to understand S3 storage classes, lifecycle rules, encryption methods, access controls, or hands-on labs for static web hosting, replication, and more – it's all here.

AWS S3 Topics Added:

• S3 storage classes, encryption, and versioning

• Public access, bucket policies, and object lock

• Static web hosting with Route 53

• Cross-region replication, CORS, and transfer acceleration

• Logging, pre-signed URLs, and event notifications

• Hands-on labs for multipart uploads, VPC gateway endpoints, and more

40 in-depth videos have been added to provide a step-by-step understanding and practical labs for real-world scenarios.

Recent Update: 26 October 2024 : Gateway Load Balancer with Practical

This update dives into the fundamentals and practical aspects of Gateway Load Balancer, an essential service for managing and scaling your network security. Here's what you can expect:

• Introduction to Gateway Load Balancer: Understand its purpose, components, and how it simplifies security appliance deployments.

• How It Works: Learn about the integration of Gateway Load Balancer with other AWS services like Elastic Load Balancing and EC2.

• Hands-On Labs: Explore practical configurations to:

  • Set up a Gateway Load Balancer.

  • Implement and manage network traffic inspection.

  • Deploy scalable and fault-tolerant architectures.

This module includes 6 new videos, offering a comprehensive guide to mastering Gateway Load Balancer concepts and practical implementations.

Beginners Welcome: No Prior Knowledge of AWS Required!

The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) certification is one of the most challenging and sought-after certifications in the cloud industry. It rigorously tests your understanding of AWS services and assesses your ability to make the best architectural decisions in real-world scenarios. This certification is not only a testament to your technical skills but also demonstrates your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Today marks the start of an incredible journey toward becoming an AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate. This isn't just about passing an exam; it’s about transforming your future and unlocking opportunities in the world of cloud computing.

I know the AWS exam is challenging, but remember, you're not alone. I've been where you are, and I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Together, we'll turn challenges into strengths.

Embrace the difficulties, for they are shaping you into a skilled professional. Keep your motivation close, whether it's for a better job, supporting your family, or achieving a personal dream. Every effort brings you closer to your goal.

This is more than an exam; it's a stepping stone to a brighter future. Imagine the pride you'll feel when you pass, knowing you earned it through hard work and perseverance.

I believe in you. You have the power to change your life, and I'm honored to be part of this journey with you. Let's embark on this adventure with courage and determination and make your AWS certification dreams a reality.

Let's unlock your potential and achieve AWS certification success. Let's do this!

What You Will Learn:

• Design and deploy scalable, secure AWS architectures using services like EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC.

• Implement serverless applications with AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, and Cognito.

• Enhance security with IAM, KMS, and SSM to protect data and ensure compliance.

• Optimize performance and costs using Auto Scaling, Load Balancing, and AWS Cost Management tools.

• Configure networking with VPC, Route 53, and DNS for efficient data delivery.

• Monitor and audit AWS resources with CloudWatch and CloudTrail.

• Prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03) exam.

What Makes This Course Different:

• Comprehensive Content:
  We offer over 66 hours (on 15 Sep 2024) of in-depth discussion and hands-on practice, covering every aspect of solution architecture on AWS. This extensive content ensures you gain a thorough understanding of AWS architecture, preparing you for both the exam and real-world challenges.

• Updated for SAA-C03:
  The course thoroughly covers all the new topics in the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate SAA-C03 exam, ensuring you're up-to-date with the latest AWS developments and best practices.

• Practical Knowledge with Unique Features:
  Gain practical insights into using AWS with real-world applications and examples. You'll get hands-on experience with key services, including Gateway Load Balancer—a feature not commonly covered in other Udemy courses. This hands-on practical experience will set you apart as a solutions architect.

• Exam and Real-World Preparation:
  We teach you not only how to prepare for the AWS exam but also how to apply your knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

• Logical Structure:
  The course is organized in a logical progression of topics, not just a random list of services, helping you build a strong, cohesive understanding of AWS architecture.

• Fast-Paced and Focused:
  Lessons are designed to be fast-paced and to the point, maximizing your learning and retention in a short amount of time.

• Professional Subtitles:
  The course includes professional subtitles, enhancing your learning experience and making the content accessible to a wider audience.

  
  

• Downloadable Resources:
  Mind maps and other visual aids provide additional resources for reviewing and consolidating knowledge, helping you retain what you've learned.

  
  

  By the end of the course, you'll be ready to take the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03) exam. Join us to master AWS, advance your cloud computing career, and gain valuable expertise from scratch.

Preview This Course

Explore our FREE previews to see how we prepare you for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect exam. Our course combines theoretical lectures with guided practical exercises to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

About the Instructor

Bhavesh Atara is a seasoned corporate trainer specializing in professional certifications such as AWS, Azure, Cisco, and VMware. He began his career in IT training after earning his first professional certification, MCSE, in 2000.

Bhavesh has provided training to over 15,000 IT professionals over the past 22 years, and the numbers continue to grow.

In addition to corporate training, Bhavesh has conducted more than 150 live webinars for various engineering colleges across India, sharing his expertise and insights with aspiring IT professionals.

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