How to Get Started with Cloud Computing

SHOW: Season 0, Show 5

OVERVIEW: From the creators of the Internet's #1 Cloud Computing podcast, The Cloudcast, Aaron Delp (@aarondelp) and Brian Gracely (@bgracely) introduce the new podcast,  Cloudcast Basics. 

This podcast is focused on the basics of Cloud Computing, from both a technical and business perspective. 

• What is Cloud Computing? 
• Why should you care about Cloud Computing?
• How does Cloud Computing create business value?  

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SHOW SUMMARY: This shows discusses how businesses and individuals typically get started with cloud computing. It explores how the major cloud providers offer free-tiers, variable pricing models (hourly, monthly, yearly) and the differences between low-level infrastructure and customizable applications. It also highlights some of the best ways to use training to get certified in different aspects of cloud computing. 

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LEARNING CLOUD COMPUTING:
Here are some great places to begin your cloud journey, if you're interested in getting hands-on experience with the technology, or you'd like to build your skills towards a certification. 

• CBT Nuggets - Training and Certifications
• A Cloud Guru - Training and Certifications
• Cloud Academy - Training and Certifications
• Katakoda - Self-Paced, Interactive Learning
• GitHub - Code Samples and Collaboration

FEEDBACK?

• Web: Cloudcast Basics 
• Email: show at cloudcastbasics dot net
• Twitter: @cloudcastbasics