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Learning Paths/Junior Cloud Architect
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Beginner12 hours estimated

Junior Cloud Architect

Build the foundation you need to design and operate cloud infrastructure. From networking fundamentals to multi-cloud security, this path prepares you for your first cloud architecture role.

📚 4 topic areas🔗 12 curated resources📝 10 quiz questions

What you'll cover

1

IT Fundamentals

Core concepts every cloud architect must know: OSI model, DNS, HTTP/S, and how data flows through systems.

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CompTIA IT Fundamentals (free study guide)
Official CompTIA ITF+ overview and study resources
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How DNS Works
Visual, easy-to-follow explanation of DNS resolution
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HTTP/S Explained — MDN Web Docs
In-depth reference on the protocol powering the web
2

Networking Basics

Subnetting, VPCs, routing, load balancing — the building blocks of every cloud network.

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Subnet Calculator Tool
Practice subnetting with our interactive calculator
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AWS VPC Documentation
Official guide to Amazon VPC concepts and architecture
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Azure Virtual Network Overview
Microsoft Learn guide to Azure VNets
3

Cloud Platforms: Azure & AWS Basics

Understand the core services on the two dominant cloud platforms and know when to use each.

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AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials (free)
Free AWS beginner course covering core services
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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Free Microsoft Learn path for Azure basics
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AWS vs Azure vs GCP Comparison
Side-by-side service mapping across all three major clouds
4

Security Basics for Cloud

IAM, least privilege, encryption at rest and in transit, and shared responsibility model.

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AWS Shared Responsibility Model
AWS breakdown of security responsibilities
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Microsoft Security Copilot Guide
How AI is reshaping cloud security operations
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NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The industry-standard framework for security risk management

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Path Summary

Level
Beginner
Estimated time
12 hours
Topics
4
Resources
12
Quiz questions
10
Passing score
70% (7/10)
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