Cloud Computing Training in Gaia

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level data engineers who wish to use Azure Data Factory to implement scalable and efficient data integration solutions in the cloud.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts and architecture of Azure Data Factory (ADF).
• Learn to create, schedule, and monitor data pipelines.
• Integrate with various data sources, perform data transformation, and manage data flows.
• Implement best practices for error handling and performance optimization.
• Secure and monitor data pipelines for production environments.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level IT professionals aiming to build expertise in managing cloud infrastructure and services on Google Cloud.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure cloud environments using Google Cloud services.
• Manage and configure virtual machines, storage, and networking resources.
• Deploy and monitor applications within GCP environments.
• Implement security best practices and identity management strategies.
• Utilize Google Cloud tools for automation and troubleshooting.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level cloud professionals who wish to master cloud infrastructure management and automation using AWS Cloud9 and AWS CDK.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure AWS Cloud9 for infrastructure management.
• Understand and apply AWS CDK to automate cloud resource provisioning.
• Design efficient and scalable cloud infrastructure solutions.
• Optimise cloud resources to enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Implement advanced security and compliance strategies within AWS infrastructure.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level system administrators who wish to learn essential concepts and practical skills required for effective management and optimization of Nutanix environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Platform and its components.
• Install, configure, and manage Nutanix Clusters.
• Gain proficiency in administering the Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV).
• Perform advanced management tasks and troubleshooting.
• Implement best practices for high availability, disaster recovery, and security.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level data professionals who wish to apply time series forecasting techniques to real-world data using Google Colab.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of time series analysis.
• Use Google Colab to work with time series data.
• Apply ARIMA models to forecast data trends.
• Utilize Facebook’s Prophet library for flexible forecasting.
• Visualize time series data and forecasting results.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level data scientists and analysts who wish to use AWS Cloud9 to streamline their data science workflows.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Establish a data science environment in AWS Cloud9.
• Conduct data analysis using Python, R, and Jupyter Notebook within Cloud9.
• Integrate AWS Cloud9 with AWS data services such as S3, RDS, and Redshift.
• Utilize AWS Cloud9 for developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Optimize cloud-based workflows for efficient data analysis and processing.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) targets beginner-level IT professionals who wish to manage and operate the Google Cloud Platform.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core services and infrastructure of GCP.
• Learn how to manage networks and virtual machines.
• Understand and apply general security best practices in GCP.
• Explore Kubernetes and container management in GCP.
• Learn about storage options and how to configure them.
• Deploy and configure databases on GCP.

Cloud computing offers a scalable and flexible model for delivering IT resources and services on demand.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is designed for cloud practitioners ranging from beginner to advanced levels who wish to master AWS and Azure technologies while preparing for globally recognised certifications.

Upon completion of this programme, participants will be equipped to:

• Understand foundational cloud principles across AWS and Azure.
• Configure, secure, and manage Azure resources effectively.
• Implement AWS compute, storage, networking, and security services.
• Apply architectural best practices and integrate generative AI concepts for executive-level planning.

Format of the Course

• Instructor-guided sessions supported by real-world cloud demonstrations.
• Extensive hands-on exercises across both AWS and Azure environments.
• Practical labs designed to build readiness for multiple certification exams.

Course Customisation Options

• For tailored content aligned with your organisational cloud roadmap, please contact us to customise this training.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level data engineers, cloud architects, and business intelligence professionals aiming to master data management within industry-specific cloud environments.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the fundamental principles and components of data fabrics.
• Design and deploy data integration and orchestration solutions.
• Uphold data quality and governance standards within industry cloud platforms.
• Leverage data fabrics to facilitate industry-specific data analysis and strategic decision-making.
• Remain abreast of emerging trends and technologies in cloud data management.

VMware vSphere 8 stands as a leading virtualisation platform, powering modern data centre infrastructures.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate IT professionals aiming to install, configure, and manage VMware vSphere environments while preparing for their VCP certification.

Upon completion of this course, participants will possess the skills to:

• Install and configure ESXi hosts.
• Deploy and administer vCenter Server.
• Configure vSphere networking and storage.
• Create, deploy, and optimise virtual machines.

Format of the Course

• Instructor-guided presentations and technical discussions.
• Extensive lab work and scenario-based exercises.
• Practical configuration and management within a dedicated vSphere environment.

Course Customization Options

• For tailored VMware vSphere training solutions, please contact us to discuss customization options.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is targeted at IT professionals, business analysts, and project managers at the beginner level who wish to grasp the fundamentals of cloud computing and its applications across various industries.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify the key characteristics and benefits of cloud computing.
• Understand the differences between various cloud service and deployment models.
• Recognise the importance of industry-specific cloud solutions.
• Assess the security and compliance aspects of cloud platforms.
• Explore emerging trends and future directions in cloud technology.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level cloud engineers and operations managers seeking to improve their cloud infrastructure management via Kubiya AI.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Integrate Kubiya AI into cloud infrastructure.
• Automate cloud resource provisioning and management.
• Optimize cloud costs using AI-powered analytics.
• Enhance cloud security with AI-driven monitoring.

This instructor-led live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers, system administrators, and cloud architects who wish to use NoCloud for their cloud solutions.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes NoCloud, Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Create and manage cloud services with NoCloud.
• Understand the lifecycle of a cloud service in NoCloud.
• Integrate NoCloud with existing infrastructure or virtual resources.
• Troubleshoot common issues in a NoCloud environment.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is designed for developers, system administrators, and cloud enthusiasts wishing to acquire practical knowledge of OpenNebula and apply it to their cloud solutions.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes OpenNebula.
• Create and manage virtual machines in OpenNebula.
• Understand the lifecycle of a virtual machine.
• Integrate OpenNebula with existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot common issues in an OpenNebula environment.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at technical persons who wish to gain a practical understanding of available cloud solutions, the data analysis processes needed to work with data in the cloud, and the hands-on practice to apply tools such as Power BI to analyze data.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Power BI.
• Evaluate the various data solutions offered by cloud providers such as Azure.
• Gain an understanding of the different structures, modeling approaches, and data warehouse designs used to store, manage and access Big Data.
• Apply tools and techniques to clean data in preparation for analysis.
• Build reporting and analytics solutions based on on-premise as well as cloud data.
• Integrate data analytics solutions with a data warehouse.
• Mitigate data security risks and ensure data privacy.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is designed for cloud engineers seeking to master and implement the more intricate components of AWS architecture. While the content aligns with many topics found in the AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional) level courses, this program is NOT intended to prepare participants for the certification exam. Instead, it is a hands-on, practical course that demonstrates how to execute the configurations, implementations, and deployments required by an AWS Solutions Architect in a live lab environment.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Design complex cloud solutions on AWS.
• Deploy software applications on AWS that are scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant.
• Integrate the most appropriate AWS services with an application.
• Migrate a complex software application to AWS.
• Apply best practices to the design, implementation, optimization and deployment of infrastructure and applications on AWS.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at technical persons who wish to understand AWS products and services so as to make an informed decision about how to implement AWS cloud solutions within their organization.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify and understand the role of each of the services offered by AWS.
• Understand the terminology and concepts related to AWS.
• Navigate the AWS Management Console.
• Set up and manage team user accounts securely.
• Match AWS's services to an organization's problem and requirements.
• Make informed decisions about which AWS services to implement.
• Plan out a broad cloud solution strategy for an organization.

Azure Bot Service unites the capabilities of the Microsoft Bot Framework with Azure Functions, offering a robust platform for the rapid creation of intelligent bots.

During this instructor-led, live training, participants will discover how to efficiently develop intelligent bots using Microsoft Azure.

Upon completing the training, participants will be able to:

Grasp the fundamental concepts underpinning intelligent bots.

Construct intelligent bots using cloud-based applications.

Acquire practical expertise in the Microsoft Bot Framework, the Bot Builder SDK, and Azure Bot Service.

Implement established bot design patterns in real-world scenarios.

Create and deploy their first intelligent bot utilizing Microsoft Azure.

Audience

This course is tailored for developers, hobbyists, engineers, and IT professionals with an interest in bot development.

Course Format

The training integrates lectures and discussions with exercises, placing a strong emphasis on hands-on practice.

Gaining practical experience in cloud computing reveals a fundamental path to modern infrastructure mastery. It explores core paradigms spanning virtualization, hypervisors, network layering, and distributed architectures alongside practical strategies for cost optimization and security. This course equips participants with hands-on understanding of major platforms including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, covering compute services, virtual networks, managed databases, and serverless deployments. It builds confidence in designing high-availability solutions across public cloud ecosystems.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at sysadmins or IT administrators who wish to use Citrix Hypervisor to deploy, manage, and optimize data center virtualization across desktop, servers, and cloud.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary environment to start managing desktop, server, and cloud virtualization with Citrix Hypervisor.
• Simplify virtualization management and operations by utilizing the full features and architecture of Citrix Hypervisor.
• Configure and manage the Citrix Hypervisor environment using XenCenter and CLI commands.
• Learn how to install, configure, and manage virtual machines, GPUs, and storage repositories.
• Optimize the overall performance of Citrix Hypervisor pools by implementing high availability and workload balancing.

This intensive 7-day programme offers a thorough, practical exploration of designing, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications through contemporary DevOps methodologies.

Attendees will investigate techniques for architecting scalable microservices infrastructures, refining container environments, and handling production workloads via Kubernetes. The curriculum encompasses sophisticated deployment tactics, GitOps-driven automation, and observability strategies to guarantee system dependability and efficiency.

Significant emphasis is placed on addressing practical operational difficulties, such as incident handling, failure simulation, and root cause analysis. The programme finishes by integrating AI-powered tools to facilitate troubleshooting and expedite operational decision-making.

Upon completion, participants will possess a robust comprehension of how to construct, deploy, monitor, and sustain resilient distributed systems within a Kubernetes ecosystem.

This course is crafted to equip non-technical professionals—including managers, business analysts, QA testers, and operations staff—with a solid foundational knowledge of cloud computing. Participants will delve into the core principles, advantages, and practical uses of cloud technology to make more informed decisions and actively support cloud migration efforts. The curriculum focuses on clarifying cloud terminology, contrasting cloud and on-premise infrastructure, understanding service models, and appreciating how cloud technology affects various organizational roles.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be capable of:

• Grasping the essential definitions and terminology associated with cloud computing
• Identifying various cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Distinguishing between cloud deployment models (Public, Private, Hybrid, Multi-Cloud)
• Comparing on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based solutions
• Understanding cloud benefits such as scalability, agility, availability, and cost efficiency
• Recognizing leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective service offerings
• Comprehending cloud responsibility frameworks, including the shared responsibility model and role-based access
• Appreciating the influence of cloud computing on software testing, deployment, and monitoring
• Contributing effectively to cloud adoption and migration projects
• Understanding the basics of cloud security, compliance, and governance principles

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators, DevOps professionals, and developers who wish to use CloudForms to manage virtual infrastructures via a centralized interface.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure CloudForms on different virtual machine and cloud platforms (OpenStack, OpenShift, and VMware).
• Create a centralized management interface for monitoring multiple clusters.
• Enhance the security control and configuration policies of an entire infrastructure.
• Transform a distributed virtual infrastructure into a unified hybrid environment.
• Optimize workload performance and efficiency by automating orchestration and workflows.

This intensive 3-day course is designed to equip participants with a robust understanding of cloud computing principles, complemented by practical, hands-on experience across the top cloud providers: AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The curriculum is divided into four sessions, with the first dedicated to core cloud concepts, followed by deep dives into each major platform. Upon completion, learners will possess a clear grasp of cloud fundamentals, intimate knowledge of platform architectures and services, and the practical skills required to deploy and manage resources in real-world environments.

This instructor-led live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is designed for IT architects and consultants seeking to apply best practices for cloud infrastructure and services.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Utilize cloud infrastructure and services for business implementation.
• Implement advanced cloud security measures aligned with Cloud Security Alliance standards.
• Migrate legacy systems to the cloud by leveraging the synergy between SOA and PaaS.
• Automate the on-demand provisioning of resources for asynchronous cloud services.

• Gain foundational knowledge of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7
• Learn how to install, configure, and manage a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 site and Cloud connectors
• Understand the considerations and differences between Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on-premises and the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service
• Discover how to deliver app and desktop resources

Designed for cloud administrators, cloud architects, technology leaders, and financial analysts, this instructor-led live training in Gaia (online or on-site) equips participants with the skills to record, manage, monitor, and process organisational financial assets within cloud environments.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be adept at applying FinOps methodologies to forecast costs, streamline processes, and execute financial management tasks in the cloud.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals and technology decision-makers who wish to use open-source platforms and open standards to design portable, resilient, and sovereign software environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: explain digital sovereignty concepts, assess portability risks, evaluate Kubernetes and open-source platform options, and define practical adoption steps.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT leaders, architects, and governance professionals who wish to use sovereign cloud strategy principles to design governance models, choose suitable cloud architectures, and prepare realistic cloud exit plans.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: define sovereignty requirements, evaluate architecture options, establish governance controls, and build a practical exit roadmap.

This instructor-led, live training in Gaia (online or on-site) is aimed at intermediate-level virtualization administrators who wish to use open-source platforms to migrate away from VMware.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure KVM, oVirt, and Proxmox VE.
• Migrate virtual workloads from VMware.
• Implement high availability and disaster recovery.
• Optimize performance in open-source virtualization environments.