Cloud Computing Primer: Platform as a Service (PaaS) (Coursera)

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.

Course 2 of 3 in the Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1

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.

WEEK 2

PaaS Considerations & Management

This module will cover some of the strategies to consider when thinking about using PaaS for application development and deployment. Some management techniques are also covered.

WEEK 3

PaaS Environment & Adoption

This module will cover public, private, and open PaaS clouds.

WEEK 4

PaaS Demo

This module will encourage learners to modify an existing application and have them act as mock developers.