I just completed the Cloud University’s online course http://www.rackspace.com/knowledge_center/cloudu/ and found it to be a nice resource – I thought I would share it with you. It’s a free online resource for learning about key elements of cloud computing. They have modules covering:

• Definition
• Economics of cloud
• Cloud computing stack (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Security
• Planning phase to move to cloud
• Management strategies
• Hybrid Cloud (Cloud Bursting)
• Open cloud computing initiatives

After every module – you would be Quizzed (based on learning in that given module). And after completing all (10) modules – there would be a final exam and once you clear that – you’ll get a certificate like this:

CloudU Certificate

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Go to: http://www.rackspace.com/knowledge_center/cloudu/ to learn about key elements of cloud computing.

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