Introduction To Cloud Foundry And Cloud Native Software Architecture

BY
The Linux Foundation via Edx

Expand your knowledge in cloud technology using the course ‘Introduction to Cloud foundry and Cloud native Software Architecture’, offered by eDx.

Lavel

Beginner

Mode

Online

Duration

14 Weeks

Fees

Free

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 3-4 Hours Per Week

Course overview

Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification course is an introductory course by eDx to cloud factory, which could help in developing the cloud technology skills in the aspirants. The course is structured by The Linux Foundation and this self-paced class is presented under the guidance of experienced instructors. 

The online Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture course offers a free audit period to all enrolled learners which can be upgraded to a verified track account which grants unlimited access to the course, a certification, graded assessments and final examination.

The Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture training course covers fundamental concepts related to cloud foundry, including distributions available to end users, an overview of the platform’s components, and what it means to be certified for the course. The learners can take this programme in two modes, namely, paid with a certificate and free without the certificate. When enrolling through the free mode, learners will be given access to the course only for a limited period.

It focuses on giving technical instructions on how to use the command line interface, how applications are deployed, what services are within the system’s context and basic debugging practices. The cloud computing course also includes workshops which grant the student the knowledge of building cloud native applications architecturally and ideologically. 

The highlights

  • Course offered by eDx and Linux foundation
  • Self-paced course 
  • Course length of 14 weeks
  • Free accessibility given
  • Introductory course in computer science with workshop
  • Experienced instructors of Linux foundation
  • Verified and shareable certificate 
  • Efforts of 3 to 4 hours a week needed

Program offerings

  • Instructor-led
  • Self-paced
  • Workshops
  • Assignments
  • Final examination
  • Reviews
  • & knowledge checks.

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

The candidates can check below for the Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification  fee details of the course:

  • The audit track of the course does not require any payment and is completely free.
  • The verified track of the course which provides the certification for the course is priced at Rs 14,318 

Fee category

Amount in Rupees

Base fee

-

Certification fee

Rs. 14,318

Total 

Rs. 14,318

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

The Linux Foundation

certificate fees

₹14,318

Who it is for

The course is well suited for the aspirants belonging to the below-mentioned areas:

  • Developers who wish to get a basic framework for developing applications cloud engineers.
  • Knowledge seekers who want to learn about cloud based computing.
  • Students with prior knowledge in web developing applications.
  • Professionals who wish to expand their skills in cloud technologies like cloud solution developers.

Eligibility criteria

Work experience

Aspirants with an experience of deploying web-based applications and are comfortable working with the command line and SSH can opt for this course.

Education

Little knowledge in SSH, Command line and Cloud Foundry can aid in better learning of this course.

Certification qualifying details

In order to get a Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification by eDx (if provided), the students are required to upgrade their courses with an additional payment, before the provided deadline. For this course, the verified track account holders can appear for the final examination which needs to be attempted. 

This open book final examination holds 80% and the knowledge check questions after each chapter hold 20% of the final grade. In order to qualify and get certification in the course, the aspirants require to score a final grade of 70% or above.

What you will learn

Knowledge of cloud computing

With completing this Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification syllabus of the course on , the students get a knowledgeable grasp on these following aspects:

  • To get a foundational idea regarding cloud foundry.
  • To explore the runtime, security and network of cloud foundry.
  • To learn the process to build runtime and framework support with build packs.
  • To study ‘the twelve-factor app’ to design patterns for resiliency and scalability.
  • To build cloud-native applications architecturally and ideologically. 
  • To get the steps needed to make your app ‘cloud-native’.
  • It helps Analysing services and marketplace
  • To understand how each component of cloud foundry combines to provide a cloud-native platform.
  • To Study the techniques and examples for locating problems in distributed systems.
  • To build the skill set in cloud technology and knowing its use in future.

The syllabus

Explore the runtime, security and network of Cloud Foundry.

How to build runtime and framework support with buildpacks.

Learn "The Twelve Factor app" design patterns for resiliency and scalability.

Get the steps needed to make your app "cloud-native".

Understand how each component of Cloud Foundry combine to provide a cloud-native platform.

Explore Services and Marketplace

Study techniques and examples for locating problems in distributed systems.

Admission details

The admission procedure for the eDx’s course on Introduction to Cloud foundry and Cloud native software architecture classes has a few user-friendly and simple steps to be followed. 

The candidates can go through the procedure give below for the complete registration of the course:

Step: 1- Visit the course website using the following url- https://www.edx.org/learn/cloud-foundry/the-linux-foundation-introduction-to-cloud-foundry-and-cloud-native-software-architecture

Step: 2- Click on the button sign up in the top-right corner of the site for creating your account.

Step: 3- Create your account by providing the required details or sign up using a social media account like google.

Step: 4- After creating the account, visit the course page that you want and click on Enroll for enrolling in theat course.

Step: 5- Students will be directly taken to a page which asks them to choose an option between auditing the course or completing the payment and becoming a verified account holder.

Step: 6 - If the student wishes to audit, choose the option to ‘audit the course’ and then later complete the payment if you want to pursue certification.

Step: 7 - If the student needs to get verified, click on ‘upgrading the course’, and complete the payment using the suitable payment mode.

Step: 8 - With the complete payment, the student becomes an verified track user and the registration will be completed.

Scholarship Details

eDx offers financial assistance for eligible aspirants who wish to receive certification but cannot afford the fee due to financial problems. The students need to enroll in the course they want to apply for the aid and then, apply for financial assistance by filling the application for it as soon as possible since it is a limited service available only for a few.

 A student is granted with upto 90% of reduction in Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture course fee after getting the approval of the application and then getting completed with the identity verification procedure. 

How it helps

This course on Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture provides the learner with an official, verified and shareable certification of completion after finishing the course with meeting all the requirements and grades. This certification of completion can be included in your Resume or CV and can be linked directly to your LinkedIn account which could increase your chances in the job market. The professionals in the field or the ones who want to shift to any parallel industries can pursue this course to build a lucrative career ahead.

The course is introductory, self-paced and easily accessible for the learners which makes it a good investment for students as well as professionals. Candidates can earn the certification at their own pace which will not hinder their present daily schedules. 

Since, the course is beginner level, locking the fundamentals of the topic, the students who wish to build a career in cloud technology can use the experience and knowledge gained from the course to use in their higher studies in the same field. The additional workshops provided in the course give an application level of knowledge to the students apart from the academic knowledge they get from the classes. Hence these are the Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification benefits.

Instructors

Mr Norm Abramovitz
Technical Director
Freelancer

Mr Tyler Bird
Cloud Architect
Freelancer

Mr Kevin Rutten
Cloud Engineer
Freelancer

FAQs

What is the procedure for identity verification to avail financial aids?

Students need to verify their identity by taking a photo of themselves and submit a photo identification card with the correct name from your computer or phone.

Where can the students get the certificate for a self paced course?

The students can access the certificates from the dashboard itself. Usually, the certificates can be accessed one the candidate successfully completes the exam with required grades.

How long will the final examination for Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture online course be?

The final open-book examination has no time limit on how long you spend on a question. The students can skip and come back to the questions later.

Do self-paced courses have due dates?

The self-paced courses have personalised suggested due dates to help you plan and pace your studies. For exams set by instructors, students don't have the option to change due dates.

Does upgrading the course change or extend the Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture course end date?

Upgrading does not extend the course end date. Students need to pass the course before it ends in order to earn a certification on the course. 

Can I resume the course after a while?

The students can self-pace their work and if they need to take a break and resume back to the course, they need to select the option ‘Resume course’.

Do I have to pay for availing the materials for the course?

The materials for the course is included even in the audit track account itself and any additional materials will be mentioned by the instructor according to the course requirements.

Do I need to apply for financial assistance for each course?

Students are granted financial aid on a per-course basis. Hence, they will need to complete a new application for getting assistance for each separate course.

Can I pursue multiple courses simultaneously?

Students can pursue any number of courses at the same time according to their wishful convenience and can access each one from the dashboard under the icon ‘My courses’.

How To get help with assignments, grading or Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture course content?

The students can get help from the discussion forum within a course. It is monitored by the instructors and helps you clear queries related to the course.

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