Cloud Computing Training : SoftLayer Fundamentals

SoftLayer Fundamentals

Cloud Computing Training Overview

This two-day instructor-led training course introduces SoftLayer Infrastructure-as-a-Solution (laaS) solutions through instruction and hands-on labs activities. Attendees will gain the basic fundamentals needed to become more proficient in SoftLayer and make informed decisions about laaS solutions based on business requirements.

Cloud Computing Training Learning Objectives

At the completion of the course, participants should be able to :

Describe basic SoftLayer information, such as company structure, client billing, and data center locations and services offered at each location
Learn how to navigate the SoftLayer customer portal
Recognize cloud terminology and architectural concepts as the terms and concepts relate to SoftLayer
Explain security and compliance, including data privacy
Differentiate the SoftLayer storage options
Discern the multiple network options and performance implications
Describe how to use Managed Servicers in a product environment
Compare SoftLayer to international, national, and regional competitors

Cloud Computing Training Prerequisites

Before taking this course students should have a familiarity with:

Hardware used with cloud computing
Load balancing
Internet and Web-hosting fundamentals
Cloud computing
SoftLayer overview

Cloud Computing Training Audience

For individuals interested in becoming SoftLayer business partners and evaluate the SoftLayer's IaaS capabilities in more detail.
Individuals responsible for evaluating the technical benefits of using third party cloud hosting services such as SoftLayer for IaaS
IT solution and software architects who want to assess the fit of SoftLayer's IaaS technologies and how they align with their business requirements
Application developers who want to understand the SoftLayer's IaaS capabilities and how to leverage them into their applications
Network managers who want to understand IaaS connectivity and performance considerations to manage the computer networks across their business
Security managers who want to learn how to design IaaS solutions that protect underlying information using cloud services
Storage managers who need to assess IaaS options to manage the storage architecture strategy

Cloud Computing Training Course duration

2 days

Cloud Computing Training Course outline

Day 1

Lesson 1 - Changing the Landscape Without Changing the Definition

Lesson 2 - Defining SoftLayer Cloud Architecture

Lesson 3 - Connecting to the Cloud - SoftLayer network options, Part 1

Lesson 4 - Connecting to the Cloud - SoftLayer network options, Part 2

Day 2

Lesson 5 - Keep safe - securing your SoftLayer virtual instances

Lesson 6 - Storing Your Data

Lesson 7 - Understanding SoftLayer Managed Services

Lesson 8 - Monitoring and Management

Lesson 9 - Leveraging the SoftLayer Differentiators