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Basics of Cloud Platform
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1. What Is a Cloud Platform
A cloud platform provides
computing resources
over the internet.
Used to build, deploy, host, and manage applications.
Eliminates the need for physical servers and data centers.
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2. Core Cloud Service Models
IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)
– Virtual machines, storage, networking
PaaS (Platform as a Service)
– Runtime, databases, development tools
SaaS (Software as a Service)
– Ready-to-use applications
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3. Key Components of a Cloud Platform
Compute
– Virtual machines, containers, serverless functions
Storage
– Object, block, and file storage
Networking
– Virtual networks, load balancers, firewalls
Database
– Managed SQL and NoSQL databases
Security
– Identity, access control, encryption
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4. How a Cloud Platform Works
User creates a cloud account
Selects required service (VM, database, storage)
Configures resources via portal or CLI
Platform provisions resources automatically
Applications run and scale on demand
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5. Deployment Models
Public Cloud
– Shared infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Private Cloud
– Dedicated infrastructure
Hybrid Cloud
– On-premises + cloud
Multi-Cloud
– Multiple cloud providers
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6. Management and Monitoring
Resource Provisioning and Scaling
Performance and Health Monitoring
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Cost Tracking and Optimization
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7. Basic Security Concepts
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Network security and firewalls
Data Encryption
Compliance and Auditing
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8. Common Use Cases
Hosting Websites and Applications
Running Virtual Servers
Dev/Test Environments
Data Storage and Analytics
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9. Advantages
High Scalability and Flexibility
Reduced Infrastructure Costs
Faster Deployment and Innovation
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10. Limitations
Requires Reliable Internet
Ongoing Operational Cost
Learning Curve for Management