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Understanding Azure Virtual Machines
How Azure VMs really work: size names decoded, VM families, managed disks, availability options, power states, pricing choices and the CLI basics.
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Fluffy Computing
Foundations of the cloud and hands-on tours of AWS, Google Cloud and Azure — from your first VM to multi-cloud strategy.
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Modern E-Commerce Checkout Flow Architecture With Payments
A layer-by-layer reference architecture for a modern checkout flow: gateway and auth, cart and pricing, payment orchestration, fraud checks and the events that tie them together.
Exploring GCP Compute Engine Instances
Exploring GCP Compute Engine Instances "Infrastructure is no longer just a cost center — it's a competitive differentiator. And nowhere is that more visible than in how you choose, configure, and optimize your virtual machines.
Understanding Cloud Computing
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What is Cloud Computing? An Overview
Have you ever wondered what happens when you back up your photos, stream your favorite shows, or access your work documents from anywhere? Behind these everyday digital conveniences lies a…
History and Evolution of Cloud Services
Welcome back, fellow cloud explorers! Yesterday, we dipped our toes into the vast ocean of cloud computing fundamentals. Today, we're firing up our time machine to trace the fascinating evolution…
Cloud Service Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
Welcome back to our cloud journey! Over the past couple of days, we've explored what cloud computing is and took a wild ride through its history (remember those time-traveling mainframes?).…
Deployment Models: Public, Private, Hybrid, and Multi-Cloud
Welcome back to our cloud adventure! Over the past few days, we've demystified cloud computing, traveled through its history, and met the "aaS" family—IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Today, we're hitting…
Benefits and Challenges of Cloud Computing
Welcome back to our ongoing cloud saga! Over the past few days, we've explored what cloud computing is, its history, the "aaS" family, and cloud deployment models. Today, we're putting on our…
Key Terminologies in Cloud Computing
Welcome back to our cloud adventure! Over the past week, we've soared through the basics of cloud computing, its history, the "aaS" family, deployment models, and weighed the benefits and…
Setting Up Free Accounts on AWS, GCP, and Azure
Over the past week, we've journeyed through the exciting world of cloud computing, exploring its concepts, history, models, benefits, and key terminologies. Now, it's time to roll up our sleeves…
Getting to Know AWS
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Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Welcome to the exciting world of Amazon Web Services (AWS)! Whether you're a tech newbie, a seasoned developer, or someone who just loves a good cloud pun, you're in the right place. Today, we're…
Navigating the AWS Management Console
Welcome back to our cloud computing journey! After diving into the basics of Amazon Web Services (AWS) yesterday, it's time to get hands-on and explore the AWS Management Console. Think of it as…
AWS Regions and Availability Zones
Welcome back to our AWS adventure! After mastering the AWS Management Console, it’s time to zoom out and take a look at the bigger picture—the AWS Global Infrastructure. Think of it as the world…
AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Welcome back to our AWS adventure! After exploring the vast AWS Global Infrastructure, it's time to focus on something just as crucial: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM). Think of IAM…
AWS Free Tier and Billing Overview
Welcome back to our AWS adventure! After mastering IAM, it's time to talk about something equally important: AWS Free Tier and Billing Overview. Whether you're a student, a startup…
Creating Your First AWS EC2 Instance
Welcome back to our thrilling AWS journey! After exploring the vast landscape of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), it’s time to take a leap into the exciting world of Amazon EC2…
AWS Support and Documentation Resources
Welcome back to our exhilarating AWS journey! After launching your first EC2 instance, it’s time to ensure you have all the support and knowledge you need to keep soaring in the cloud.…
Exploring Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
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Introduction to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Welcome to the exciting world of Google Cloud Platform (GCP)! If you've been curious about cloud computing or are considering GCP for your next project, you're in the right place. Today, we'll…
Navigating the GCP Console
Welcome to an exciting journey through the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Console! Whether you're a seasoned developer or a curious newbie, navigating the GCP Console can unlock a world of…
GCP Global Infrastructure
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GCP Identity and Access Management
Google Cloud IAM is a unified system for managing access to resources in GCP. It allows you to grant granular access to specific resources and prevents unauthorized access to others. Think of it…
GCP Free Tier and Billing Overview
The GCP Free Tier landing page highlighting the $300 free credit and Always Free services.
Launching Your First GCP Compute Engine Instance
The Compute Engine VM Instances page showing a list of instances (currently empty).
Navigating the GCP Support Maze: A Guide to Resources
Even seasoned cloud professionals encounter hiccups. Whether it's a perplexing error message or a quest for best practices, knowing where to look can save you time and sanity. Let's uncover the…
Diving into Microsoft Azure
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Introduction to Microsoft Azure
Ever wondered why everyone's talking about "the cloud" like it's some magical realm where unicorns store data? Well, Azure is Microsoft's very own enchanted kingdom in the cloud world,…
Navigating the Azure Portal: A Fun-Filled Guide to Cloud Mastery
So grab your virtual compass, and let's dive into the heart of Microsoft's cloud kingdom!
Azure Global Infrastructure: Regions and Availability Zones
An Azure Region is a set of datacenters deployed within a latency-defined perimeter and connected through a dedicated regional low-latency network. In simple terms, it's a geographical area where…
Mastering Microsoft Entra Identity and Access Management
So, grab your favorite caffeinated beverage, and let's embark on this journey together!
Azure Free Tier and Billing Overview
The Azure Free Account sign-up page highlighting the $200 credit "Sign up" button.
Creating Your First Azure Virtual Machine
User-AzurePortal: Starts VM creation AzurePortal-User: Prompts for resource group User-AzurePortal: Creates Resource Group AzurePortal-ResourceGroup: Resource Group created AzurePortal-VM:…
Azure Support and Documentation Resources
Navigating the Azure ecosystem can sometimes feel like exploring a vast galaxy. But fear not! Microsoft provides a wealth of support and documentation resources to guide you on your journey.
Comparing the Cloud Providers
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AWS vs. GCP vs. Azure: Core Differences
Each offers a vast array of services, and while they share similarities, there are key differences that can influence your choice.
Choosing the Right Cloud Provider for Your Needs
When it comes to cloud providers, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) dominate the market. Each offers a plethora of services, but how do they stack up…
Multi-Cloud Strategies and Best Practices
Remember when choosing a cloud provider was like picking a spouse? "Till obsolescence do us part." Those days are long gone! Today, multi-cloud strategies have revolutionized how forward-thinking…
Virtual Machines
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Deep Dive into AWS EC2 Instances
Welcome to Compute Wonderland! Before we dive headfirst into launching your first EC2 instance, it’s essential to understand the foundation of AWS services. By mastering these core concepts,…
Exploring GCP Compute Engine Instances
Exploring GCP Compute Engine Instances "Infrastructure is no longer just a cost center — it's a competitive differentiator. And nowhere is that more visible than in how you choose, configure, and optimize your virtual machines.
Cloud
Understanding Azure Virtual Machines
How Azure VMs really work: size names decoded, VM families, managed disks, availability options, power states, pricing choices and the CLI basics.