AWS Certified SysOps Administration Associate (SOA-CO2) Prep
AWS SOA-C02 SysOps Associate. Monitoring, automation, and operational best practices.
Course Description
This course prepares you for the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate (SOA-C02) exam. We cover monitoring, automation, security, and operational best practices on AWS. Hands-on labs, real scenarios, and practice exams included.
Course Curriculum
5 sections • 15.25 hours total length
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Understanding the SOA-CO2 Exam Blueprint (12m)
We'll break down the exam domains, question formats, and scoring so you know exactly what to expect on test day.
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Setting Up Your AWS Free Tier Account (15m)
A practical walkthrough of creating your AWS account, configuring billing alerts, and setting up your first IAM user securely.
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the AWS Management Console and CLI (22m)
Learn to navigate the console efficiently and get hands-on with the AWS Command Line Interface for faster administration.
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Core AWS Services You Must Know (18m)
A focused overview of the key services like EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM that form the backbone of the exam.
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Introduction to AWS CloudTrail and CloudWatch (10m)
Get your first look at the tools you'll use for logging and monitoring, essential skills for any SysOps admin.
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AWS Shared Responsibility Model Explained (8m)
A clear explanation of security responsibilities in the cloud, a foundational concept tested heavily.
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Cost Management and Billing Dashboard Deep Dive (14m)
Learn how to analyze your spending, use Cost Explorer, and set up budgets to avoid surprise bills.
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Your First EC2 Instance: A Step-by-Step Guide (25m)
Launch, connect to, and manage a virtual server, covering instance types, key pairs, and security groups.
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EC2 Auto Scaling and Load Balancing in Action (32m)
We'll build a resilient architecture using EC2 Auto Scaling Groups and Application Load Balancers.
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EBS vs. EFS vs. S3: Choosing the Right Storage (16m)
A problem-solving session to help you select the correct storage type for any given scenario.
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Managing EBS Volumes and Snapshots (20m)
Learn how to attach, resize, and back up your block storage with practical, step-by-step instructions.
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S3 Lifecycle Policies and Versioning (14m)
Automate your data management and learn how to protect against accidental deletions in S3.
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VPC Fundamentals: Subnets, Route Tables, and Gateways (28m)
Demystifying VPCs with a real case study analysis of building a secure network from scratch.
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Configuring Security Groups and NACLs (19m)
Understand the critical differences between instance-level and subnet-level firewalls.
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Hybrid Connectivity: VPN and Direct Connect (13m)
A practical overview of connecting your on-premises data center to your AWS VPC.
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Elastic Load Balancer Types and Use Cases (17m)
We'll show you when to use ALB, NLB, and GLB for optimal application performance.
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Route 53: DNS Management and Health Checks (21m)
Learn to configure domain names and routing policies to ensure high availability.
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Understanding ENIs and Network Interfaces (9m)
A quick guide to Elastic Network Interfaces and their role in network configuration.
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CloudFormation: Infrastructure as Code Basics (30m)
Write your first CloudFormation template to automate the deployment of a full web stack.
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AWS Systems Manager for Patch Management (23m)
Learn how to keep your fleet patched and compliant without SSH using Session Manager.
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Deploying Applications with Elastic Beanstalk (18m)
A hands-on guide to deploying and managing applications without managing the underlying infrastructure.
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Introduction to AWS Lambda and Serverless (15m)
Understand how to run code without provisioning servers, a key concept for modern ops.
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Using EC2 User Data for Bootstrapping (11m)
Automate instance configuration at launch with a downloadable script template.
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Managing AMIs: Creation and Copying (16m)
Learn to create custom Amazon Machine Images for consistent deployments across regions.
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Automating Tasks with AWS CLI and SDKs (24m)
A practical session on scripting common administration tasks to save time and reduce errors.
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Docker on EC2: Container Fundamentals (20m)
Get hands-on with running containerized applications on your EC2 instances.
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Deep Dive into CloudWatch Metrics and Alarms (26m)
We'll set up custom metrics and alarms to monitor your infrastructure proactively.
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Centralized Logging with CloudWatch Logs and Insights (25m)
Learn to aggregate logs from your instances and query them to troubleshoot issues fast.
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Using AWS Config for Compliance and Auditing (17m)
A real case study analysis of how to track configuration changes and ensure compliance.
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Protecting Data with KMS and Encryption (22m)
A step-by-step guide to encrypting EBS volumes, S3 buckets, and database data.
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IAM Best Practices: Roles, Policies, and MFA (29m)
Master identity and access management to secure your AWS account against common threats.
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Troubleshooting EC2 Connectivity Issues (32m)
A problem-solving session covering common 'can't connect' scenarios and their fixes.
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Troubleshooting S3 Access Denied Errors (14m)
Learn to quickly diagnose and resolve S3 permission issues using policy simulators.
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AWS GuardDuty and Security Hub Overview (12m)
Get introduced to AWS's intelligent threat detection services for a more secure environment.
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Analyzing VPC Flow Logs for Network Issues (19m)
Learn how to use flow logs to see exactly what traffic is hitting your instances.
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High Availability Patterns: Multi-AZ and Multi-Region (27m)
Design resilient systems that can withstand an Availability Zone failure.
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Disaster Recovery Strategies: RTO and RPO (20m)
We'll discuss backup and restore, pilot light, and warm standby strategies.
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Advanced CloudFormation: Stacks and Nested Templates (28m)
Organize your infrastructure code for complex environments.
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Performance Tuning for EC2 and RDS (24m)
Practical tips for optimizing your compute and database performance for cost and speed.
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Cost Optimization Deep Dive: Savings Plans and Reserved Instances (21m)
Learn how to significantly reduce your AWS bill with the right purchasing strategies.
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Automating Backups with AWS Backup (15m)
A guide to centralizing your backup strategy for EBS, RDS, and EFS.
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Transferring Large Data Sets with AWS DataSync (11m)
Learn efficient ways to move large amounts of data on and off the cloud.
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Using Service Quotas to Manage Limits (9m)
A quick guide on how to check and request service limit increases.
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Final Exam Strategy and Mindset (13m)
Our last session on managing your time during the exam and identifying trick questions.
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Full Practice Exam: Timed Simulation (40m)
Test your knowledge with a timed set of questions that mimic the real exam environment.
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Walkthrough of Practice Exam Solutions (35m)
We'll review every question, explaining the 'why' behind the correct and incorrect answers.
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Next Steps: Maintaining Your Certification (8m)
A brief guide on continuing education and how to prepare for the recertification process.
Course Details
- Duration: 15.25 hours
- Level: Adaptative
- Language: English
- Lessons: 47+ video lessons
- Categories: IT Certifications
- Access: Lifetime access
- Device: Mobile & Desktop
- Certificate: Yes. After completion and Exam
The course is totally free. Seriously appreciated attribution
