Cloud Infrastructure: Virtualization, Containers, and APIs

Modern software development relies on the ability to scale and deploy applications quickly across distributed environments. This course provides a clear path from understanding local code to architecting robust, cloud-native solutions using the core building blocks of the modern web. You will transition from basic concepts to understanding how global infrastructure operates, gaining the skills to build resilient systems that handle high traffic. By focusing on the intersection of development and operations, you will learn how to create applications that are both portable and easy to maintain. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental differences and use cases for virtualization and containerization - Build and deploy functional microservices using Flask and RESTful API principles - Manage containerized applications at scale using Kubernetes orchestration - Implement operational best practices including automated alerts and load testing - Apply Infrastructure as Code concepts to manage cloud resources efficiently - Explore modern DevOps patterns and continuous improvement strategies like Kaizen The course begins with essential terminology and the foundational mechanics of cloud hardware before moving into the practicalities of container management and microservice architecture. You will progress through written explanations and code-based exercises designed to simulate real-world deployment scenarios. This course is designed for beginners interested in cloud engineering and backend development, with no prior cloud experience required. Start building resilient cloud systems today.