Cloud Computing Essentials - 2026 Version (Udemy.com)
Everything you want to know about Cloud Computing
Created by: Anand Rao Nednur
Last updated February 2026
What you will learn
- Elements of Cloud Computing
- Components of Cloud - Public , Private and Hybrid
- What makes cloud computing powerful ?
- Shared Responsibility Model
How it compares
Against the other 848 rated Udemy courses in IT Certifications on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.5 out of 5higher than 43% of them
- Reviews9,543#43 of 849 by number of reviews
- Length4.5 hoursshorter than 71% of them
- Last updatedFebruary 2026more recently than 51% of them
Course Description
If "cloud computing" is a new jargon to you and you have the passion to learn cloud computing, this course is for you. You will learn about evolution of cloud , cloud models , data distribution in cloud data centers etc. This is a one hour introduction to cloud computing.
Here is a agenda of the course:
Introduction
What is Cloud computing
Benefits of Cloud Computing
Capex Vs Opex
What is Public Cloud
Use cases of Public Cloud
What is private Cloud
Use cases of private Cloud
What is Hybrid Cloud
Use cases of Hybrid Cloud
What is IAAS , SAAS and PAAS
Use cases in each model
Key Concepts an Terminology
Economies of Scale
Shared responsibility model in cloud
There are also in-depth, vendor-specific courses available for those who wish to explore cloud technologies at a more advanced level. These courses cover platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud in great detail, offering hands-on labs, real-world projects, and architectural best practices. Whether you're aiming for certification, looking to strengthen your professional skill set, or planning to lead cloud migration or DevOps initiatives, these courses provide the depth and clarity needed to succeed.
If you have any questions, need help choosing the right path, or just want to chat about cloud technologies, feel free to message me. I’d be glad to jump in and support you on your learning journey!
Instructor Details
- 4.5 Rating
9,543 Reviews
Anand Rao Nednur
Meet Anand – a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience and a specialization in Active Directory. Since 2012, Anand has been deeply involved in cloud computing, holding multiple certifications in cloud computing and cybersecurity. His expertise makes him a trusted advisor for organizations looking to transition to and optimize their cloud infrastructure.
With his strong background in information security and data engineering, Anand has guided numerous organizations in building secure, scalable cloud systems.
Passionate about knowledge-sharing, Anand regularly publishes blog articles, YouTube tutorials, and Udemy courses — all designed to make complex cloud and security concepts simple and practical. He is also the author of Adventures in Cyberland: A Guide to Information Security Awareness and also Sparky Big Byte Adventure: Bits, Bots and Computer Secrets: An Illustrated Guide to Computers for Kids , available on Amazon, where he explores cloud technologies in greater depth.
Certifications
Cloud Computing:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
Google Cloud Platform – Cloud Architect (GCP)
Microsoft Azure Administration (70-533)
Microsoft Azure Architecture (70-534)
Cybersecurity:
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Reviews
By Ken Dochenetz on 9/9/2026
instructor great at conveying complex concepts in a simple manner.
By Fabio Spinelli on 4/28/2026
clear explanations of many items related to Cloud
By Wang JiuHong on 4/15/2026
session 1 : some media is too hard to open, so take more times to try and wait. session 2: all is OK and examples is very good.
By Ketan Upmanyu on 3/18/2026
Content of the course is practically explained with respect to the practices that are required in software engineering.
By RAMESHKUMAR C on 3/7/2026
Course was really interesting discussing about various Cloud concepts
By INTURI VIJAY KUMAR Vijay Kumar on 2/23/2026
Good to have the course to gain knowledge about cloud.
By Anand Sivasubramanian on 2/18/2026
Wonderfully explained. Got what I exactly needed.
By Ashok Kumar Reddy Polu on 1/31/2026
nice and amazing course from infosys thanks to infosys
By Priyanka Gopikrishnan on 1/28/2026
The author used the valid and real time examples in the session to know more about VPC, SUBNET,NACL,SG etc.,
By Jonna Karlsson on 1/9/2026
So far, very good information with a crystal clear explanation understandable by anybody, technical or not.
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Overall Score : 90 / 100












