Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Serverless Computing Systems Training Course

Course Overview

The Serverless Computing Systems Training Course is designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in serverless computing, Function as a Service (FaaS), Backend as a Service (BaaS), cloud computing, event-driven architecture, cloud-native applications, microservices, API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Microsoft Azure Functions, Google Cloud Functions, serverless deployment, cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, cloud orchestration, container integration, cloud security, serverless security, cloud monitoring, application scalability, cloud cost optimization, distributed systems, cloud integration, RESTful APIs, messaging services, workflow automation, serverless databases, enterprise cloud architecture, digital transformation, and enterprise application modernization. As organizations rapidly embrace cloud-native technologies, serverless computing enables faster software delivery, automatic scalability, reduced infrastructure management, and cost-efficient application deployment. This course provides participants with practical skills for designing, deploying, managing, and securing enterprise-grade serverless applications across modern cloud platforms.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in developing serverless functions, configuring API Gateways, building event-driven applications, integrating cloud storage and databases, deploying cloud workflows, automating cloud services, implementing authentication and authorization, monitoring serverless applications, optimizing application performance, managing cloud costs, and integrating DevOps practices into serverless environments. The course emphasizes practical implementation using industry-standard serverless architectures and cloud-native development methodologies.

The program further explores advanced topics including distributed application design, event streaming, messaging systems, serverless security, cloud governance, observability, application monitoring, Infrastructure as Code, disaster recovery, business continuity, workflow orchestration, multi-cloud serverless deployment, hybrid cloud integration, serverless data processing, and enterprise cloud governance. Participants will develop the ability to architect resilient, scalable, highly available, and secure serverless solutions that support organizational innovation and digital transformation.

Delivered through instructor-led presentations, practical cloud laboratories, deployment workshops, guided demonstrations, web-based tutorials, collaborative group assignments, cloud simulations, and enterprise case studies, this course prepares professionals to confidently implement serverless computing solutions across government agencies, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, telecommunications companies, educational institutions, NGOs, manufacturing industries, and multinational enterprises.

Course Objectives

1.     Understand serverless computing architecture and cloud-native principles.

2.     Design and deploy serverless applications using leading cloud platforms.

3.     Develop event-driven applications using Function as a Service (FaaS).

4.     Configure APIs and cloud integrations for serverless environments.

5.     Implement cloud automation and Infrastructure as Code.

6.     Secure serverless applications using cloud security best practices.

7.     Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize serverless workloads.

8.     Integrate DevOps and CI/CD into serverless application delivery.

9.     Optimize cloud resource utilization and operational costs.

10.  Design scalable enterprise serverless architectures.

Organizational Benefits

1.     Reduce infrastructure management overhead.

2.     Improve application scalability and availability.

3.     Accelerate software development and deployment.

4.     Lower operational and infrastructure costs.

5.     Enhance cloud automation capabilities.

6.     Improve business agility and digital transformation.

7.     Strengthen cloud security and governance.

8.     Increase application resilience and disaster recovery readiness.

9.     Support enterprise innovation through cloud-native technologies.

10.  Build internal expertise in serverless computing systems.

Target Participants

This course is suitable for Cloud Engineers, Cloud Architects, DevOps Engineers, Software Developers, Software Engineers, Application Developers, ICT Managers, Infrastructure Engineers, Platform Engineers, System Administrators, Enterprise Architects, Cloud Consultants, Solutions Architects, Cybersecurity Professionals, Digital Transformation Specialists, Technical Support Engineers, Database Administrators, API Developers, Cloud Administrators, and professionals responsible for developing, deploying, managing, or securing cloud-native applications.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Serverless Computing

·       Serverless concepts

·       Cloud-native architecture

·       FaaS and BaaS

·       Event-driven computing

·       Serverless benefits

·       Enterprise applications

General Case Study: Evaluating serverless adoption for enterprise digital transformation.

Module 2: Serverless Platforms and Services

·       AWS Lambda

·       Azure Functions

·       Google Cloud Functions

·       API Gateway

·       Cloud events

·       Service integrations

General Case Study: Selecting appropriate serverless platforms for business requirements.

Module 3: Developing Serverless Applications

·       Function development

·       Event triggers

·       RESTful APIs

·       Cloud SDKs

·       Function deployment

·       Testing applications

General Case Study: Developing serverless APIs for enterprise service delivery.

Module 4: Serverless Storage and Data Integration

·       Cloud databases

·       Object storage

·       Messaging services

·       Data processing

·       Event streaming

·       Data synchronization

General Case Study: Building serverless data processing workflows.

Module 5: Security and Governance

·       Identity and Access Management

·       Authentication

·       Authorization

·       Encryption

·       Security monitoring

·       Governance policies

General Case Study: Securing enterprise serverless environments against cyber threats.

Module 6: Monitoring and Performance Optimization

·       Logging

·       Cloud monitoring

·       Observability

·       Performance tuning

·       Cost optimization

·       Resource utilization

General Case Study: Optimizing enterprise serverless application performance.

Module 7: DevOps and Continuous Integration

·       CI/CD pipelines

·       Infrastructure as Code

·       Automation

·       Git integration

·       Deployment strategies

·       Version control

General Case Study: Automating serverless application deployment using DevOps.

Module 8: Event-Driven Architecture

·       Event sourcing

·       Messaging systems

·       Queue services

·       Workflow automation

·       Integration patterns

·       Enterprise events

General Case Study: Designing scalable event-driven enterprise applications.

Module 9: High Availability and Disaster Recovery

·       Fault tolerance

·       Backup strategies

·       Disaster recovery

·       Business continuity

·       Multi-region deployment

·       Recovery planning

General Case Study: Building resilient serverless applications for critical services.

Module 10: Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Serverless

·       Hybrid cloud deployment

·       Multi-cloud architecture

·       Cloud interoperability

·       Workload distribution

·       Cloud migration

·       Governance

General Case Study: Managing enterprise serverless workloads across hybrid cloud environments.

Module 11: Enterprise Serverless Best Practices

·       Architecture patterns

·       Cloud governance

·       Compliance

·       Performance management

·       Operational excellence

·       Scalability planning

General Case Study: Implementing enterprise governance for cloud-native serverless systems.

Module 12: Capstone Project

·       Architecture design

·       Serverless deployment

·       API integration

·       Security implementation

·       Monitoring dashboard

·       Final project presentation

General Case Study: Designing and implementing a complete enterprise serverless computing solution integrating cloud functions, API Gateway, event-driven workflows, cloud databases, Infrastructure as Code, DevOps automation, security controls, monitoring, disaster recovery, scalability, governance, and cloud-native best practices.

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.