Cloud Computing & DevOps Professional Programme

Practical Project – Build and Deploy a Cloud Application

A key feature of the programme is the final practical project.

You will work towards developing and deploying a cloud-based learner management application using a simulated dataset.

The project will introduce you to a typical development and deployment workflow, including:

• Creating and managing a GitHub repository.

• Preparing an application for containerisation.

• Building and managing Docker images.

• Creating automated testing and CI/CD workflows.

• Provisioning infrastructure using Terraform.

• Deploying the application to Microsoft Azure.

• Applying basic security practices.

• Exploring monitoring and troubleshooting.

• Documenting the deployment process and presenting your work.

By the end of the programme, you should have a practical project that can be discussed and demonstrated as part of your technical portfolio.

Technologies and Tools Covered

The programme introduces learners to a range of widely used cloud and DevOps technologies:

• Microsoft Azure – Cloud computing platform.

• Linux – Command-line operations and administration.

• Git and GitHub – Version control and collaboration.

• Docker – Containerisation.

• Terraform – Infrastructure as Code.

• GitHub Actions – CI/CD automation.

• Kubernetes – Container orchestration fundamentals.

• Azure Monitor and Application Insights concepts – Monitoring and observability.

The programme focuses on practical understanding and introductory-to-intermediate application rather than preparing learners to become expert administrators of every platform.

Course Structure and Delivery

In addition to the guided sessions, learners should allow approximately 2–3 hours each week for independent practice, project development and revision.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should ideally have:

• Basic knowledge of computers and IT systems.

• An understanding of basic networking concepts, including IP addresses, DNS and HTTP.

• Familiarity with the Linux command line or willingness to develop this before starting.

• Basic knowledge of Git and GitHub is beneficial.

• Some familiarity with programming or scripting is advantageous.

A computing or IT qualification is useful but not essential where an applicant can demonstrate suitable practical knowledge.

What You Can Expect to Gain

On successful completion, learners should be able to:

• Explain the main concepts and architecture of cloud computing.

• Use basic Linux commands and perform common operational tasks.

• Manage source code using Git and GitHub.

• Build and run Docker containers.

• Understand and apply Terraform fundamentals.

• Create basic automated CI/CD workflows.

• Deploy a practical application to a cloud environment.

• Explain fundamental cloud security and DevSecOps practices.

• Understand Kubernetes architecture and basic deployment concepts.

• Apply monitoring and troubleshooting techniques.

• Demonstrate their learning through a practical cloud deployment project.

The programme provides practical skills development and a certificate of completion from Global Alliance Academy. It is not presented as an Ofqual-regulated qualification or a Microsoft, AWS or other vendor certification.

Why Study with Global Alliance Academy?

Global Alliance Academy is a UK-based education and training provider offering professional development, higher education pathways and technical training.

Our approach focuses on practical learning, guided teaching and skills development relevant to today’s working environment.

Through this programme, learners benefit from:

• Structured part-time learning.

• Live trainer-led sessions.

• Practical technical demonstrations.

• Guided cloud and DevOps exercises.

• A project-based learning approach.

• Opportunities to develop a technical portfolio.

• Support throughout the programme.