Master Terraform fundamentals, explore AWS configurations, and learn to automate infrastructure deployment with Cloud-Init. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your DevOps toolkit, this course will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to leverage Terraform for scalable and secure cloud solutions.
Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru Specialization
Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru Specialization
AWS VPC Network Deployments With Terraform. Deploy resources, applications, and services across AWS regions using Terraform.
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1 month at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Understand Terraform's core concepts, commands, and workflow to effectively manage infrastructure as code.
Gain practical experience in deploying AWS resources, including instances, security groups, and SSH key pairs, using Terraform.
Learn to integrate Cloud-Init for automated system configuration and explore Terraform's logging, variables, and modules for optimized infrastructure management.
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July 2025
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Master the fundamentals of Terraform and its workflow for Infrastructure as Code.
Develop and manage AWS infrastructure using Terraform commands and configurations.
Implement security best practices with AWS security groups and SSH key pairs.
Automate infrastructure setup with Cloud-Init and Terraform outputs for efficient resource management.
Skills you'll gain
Terraform, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Firewall, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Automation, Command-Line Interface, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, and Key Management
What you'll learn
Master Terraform and Infrastructure as Code concepts for AWS deployments.
Design and implement single and multi-region network architectures.
Evaluate and deploy connectivity solutions like Transit Gateway and VPC Peering.
Gain hands-on experience in provisioning and de-provisioning AWS resources.
Skills you'll gain
Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Infrastructure, Cloud Infrastructure, Wide Area Networks, DevOps, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Automation, and Network Planning And Design
What you'll learn
Master the use of Terraform variables and modules for efficient infrastructure management.
Gain proficiency in Terraform logging and troubleshooting techniques.
Develop skills to work with multiple cloud providers, including AWS, Azure, and Google.
Understand advanced Terraform concepts like expressions, functions, and meta-arguments.
Skills you'll gain
Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Command-Line Interface, Multi-Cloud, Version Control, Cloud Infrastructure, and Cloud Computing
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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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