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Cloud Computing Primer: Software as a Service (SaaS)

This course is part of Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners Specialization

Anh Le

Instructor: Anh Le

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4 modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.6

(72 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

4 modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.6

(72 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
  • About
  • Outcomes
  • Modules
  • Recommendations
  • Testimonials
  • Reviews

What you'll learn

  • Describe at least three advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing

  • Provide a strategy on how an ISV can utilize SaaS to promote their growth

  • Explore the application of a SaaS cloud computing model through a demo engagement

Skills you'll gain

  • Collaborative Software
  • Scalability
  • Business Software
  • Service Level
  • Cloud Computing
  • Software As A Service
  • Cloud Computing Architecture
  • Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)
  • Service Level Agreement
  • Public Cloud
  • Product Demonstration
  • Cloud Solutions
  • Cloud Services
  • Platform As A Service (PaaS)
  • Cloud Applications
  • Growth Strategies

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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

Explore cloud computing basics without installing anything!

This course is designed for semi-technical and business learners, providing a solid foundation of cloud computing basics. Learners will build an understanding of how software as a service (SaaS) works as well. The modules in this course cover cloud computing basics, considerations for SaaS adoption, techniques for SaaS success and growth, as well as provide an exploratory SaaS experience for learners. 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.

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.

What's included

5 readings4 app items

5 readings•Total 13 minutes
  • Navigating Codio Assignments•5 minutes
  • How to Reset an Assignment in Codio•5 minutes
  • Introduction to Cloud Computing Notes•1 minute
  • Cloud Service Models Notes•1 minute
  • Cloud Deployment Models Notes•1 minute
4 app items•Total 150 minutes
  • Codio: Introduction to Cloud Computing•30 minutes
  • Codio: Cloud Service Models•45 minutes
  • Codio: Cloud Deployment Models•45 minutes
  • Codio: Summative Assessment•30 minutes

This module will cover some of the strategies to consider when thinking about using SaaS as a platform. Some expansion techniques are also covered.

What's included

2 readings3 app items

2 readings•Total 2 minutes
  • Considerations for SaaS Notes•1 minute
  • Expanding a SaaS Model Notes•1 minute
3 app items•Total 120 minutes
  • Codio: Considerations for SaaS•45 minutes
  • Codio: Expanding a SaaS Model•45 minutes
  • Codio: Summative Assessment•30 minutes

This module will cover some key SaaS applications for business, collaboration, and development.

What's included

1 reading2 app items

1 reading•Total 1 minute
  • Exploring SaaS Examples Notes•1 minute
2 app items•Total 60 minutes
  • Codio: Exploring SaaS Examples•45 minutes
  • Codio: Summative Assessment•15 minutes

This module will encourage learners to explore a SaaS application.

What's included

1 reading1 app item

1 reading•Total 1 minute
  • Experiencing SaaS Notes•1 minute
1 app item•Total 30 minutes
  • Codio: Experiencing SaaS•30 minutes

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