How to Learn AWS - 36 Bootcamps to Get You Started

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By: The SwitchUp Team
Last Updated: August 23, 2019

What You Need to Know about AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) was launched in 2006 to provide IT infrastructure services to businesses. These web services are now known as cloud computing, and they allow companies to access servers almost immediately and more affordably. AWS offers multiple services beyond servers, such as networking, remote computing, storage, mobile development, email, and security. The platform serves thousands of businesses worldwide, allowing them to scale up immediately and launch applications.

With the number of businesses that use Amazon Web Services, there is a demand for AWS engineers. Those who are interested in learning more about the platform and how to use it can take a course or a program, and to find a bootcamp curriculum that includes AWS, take a look at our comprehensive list below.

What is AWS?

AWS is a comprehensive cloud platform that offers over 175 featured services. It is both flexible and secure, making it a great choice for businesses to create or extend their IT infrastructure. The platform can do everything from backing up and restoring business data to developing and growing applications. It is scalable and adaptable, so companies can fine-tune which potential solutions will work for them based on their size, needs, and industry.

What is AWS Used For?

AWS serves several purposes, including:

  • Data storage and management, web hosting, analytics, networking, monitoring, and security
  • Content delivery
  • Application development
  • Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), packaged software as a service (SaaS), or platform as a service (PaaS)

AWS offers a wide range of tools and has a Solutions Library that offers a collection of vetted solutions for technical and business problems.

How do I use AWS?

The first step to using AWS is to create an account. It's helpful to read through AWS materials to identify which services you're interested in and to learn how to implement them. After you've created an account you can manage your services from the AWS Management Console. A resource center is also available and features sample applications, developer tools, and technical documentation.

Who uses AWS?

Companies of all sizes use AWS as well as developers and engineers. Notable large companies that use AWS1 include Expedia, Verizon, Coursera, Volkswagen, and the FDA.

How much does AWS cost to use?

The cost is modified based on use and will depend on selected services and what payment structure you choose. Amazon makes it easy to explore pricing with both a resource page and a calculator.

Learn AWS at a bootcamp

Due to the increasing demand for AWS expertise, many bootcamps are incorporating it into their curriculum. For example, Coding Nomad's Java Engineering bootcamp teaches students to deploy production-ready applications on AWS. You can find more bootcamps on our list below. If you prefer to start with shorter courses before enrolling in a full-time coding bootcamp, Udemy has AWS certification courses and Udacity offers a Cloud Developer Nanodegree program.

Comprehensive List of AWS Bootcamps

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Verified Outcomes
Flexible Classes
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider
Locations: Online, Seattle
Courses: Code 101: Explore Software Development, Code 102: Intro to Software Development - Daytime, Code 102: Intro to Software Development - Nights & Weekends, +20 More
Subjects: AJAX, Algorithms, Android, ASP.NET, ASP.NET MVC +24 More
Available Online
Verified Outcomes
Flexible Classes
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider

Code Fellows is the Pacific Northwest’s premier technical skills training academy, delivering high-quality live instruction both online and in-person to people from all backgrounds. Learners are guided toward vocational change and life transformation through software development, technical operations, cybersecurity and career training. They guide people from all backgrounds to change their lives through fast-paced, career-focused education. They shape passionate learners with immersive training to meet industry needs and improve diversity. Code Fellows has taught over...
Available Online
Flexible Classes
Locations: Online
Courses: Data Science Program, Full Stack Web Development Program
Subjects: Algorithms, AWS, Data Structures, DevOps, Django +15 More
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Flexible Classes

TECH I.S. is an immersive online programming Bootcamp, which helps students establish a strong programming foundation and launch their careers as software engineers. The curriculum is designed in a way that allows even complete beginners to become proficient and job-ready. Our Web Development and Data Science programs can be completed over a period of 3-6 months. The Curriculum is comprehensive and we take a hands-on, learn by doing approach, where students build their portfolios with...
Available Online
Verified Outcomes
Flexible Classes
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider
Locations: Online, Chicago
Courses: DevOps Cloud Engineering, Full-Stack Software Engineering: Evenings & Weekends, Full-Stack Software Engineering: Immersive
Subjects: AWS, Django, Git, JavaScript, Python +3 More
Available Online
Verified Outcomes
Flexible Classes
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider

Code Platoon is a 501(c)3 non-profit that helps veterans and military spouses transition into the civilian workforce by providing technical training and career placement. Students can participate in the training program through a 14 week full time, immersive bootcamp or through a 28 week evening and weekend option. The curriculum at Code Platoon is designed to immerse the students in learning the full web development stack, including Python, Django, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. The Python...
Available Online
Flexible Classes
Locations: Online
Courses: Advanced Java + Spring + AWS Course, Data Science + Machine Learning Career Track, Data Science + Machine Learning Course, +6 More
Subjects: Agile, Algorithms, Apache, API, App Development +59 More
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Flexible Classes

Ranked #7 on SwitchUp’s Best Coding Bootcamps for 2021, and #3 for Data Science, CodingNomads is a global coding community that provides a personal human experience to help you master in-demand coding skills, and have fun doing it! With a mission to help people of all backgrounds improve your skills to improve your life, CodingNomads’ affordable tuition, flexible schedule, and passionate mentorship team make it the highest quality education at the best value. Our practical,...
Available Online
Flexible Classes
Locations: Online, Toronto
Courses: Applied Data Science and Big Data Diploma Program, Applied Business Intelligence Certificate, Applied Data Engineering Online Live, +1 More
Subjects: Algorithms, AWS, Big Data, Business, Data Analytics +10 More
Available Online
Flexible Classes

WeCloudData offers full and part-time Data Science courses in Toronto, Canada. Students can choose from a full-time, 12-week immersive Data Science Bootcamp, or part-time courses in Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Python for Data Science, and more. WeCloudData is a leading data science training provider in Canada. Its data science, data engineering, and data analytics programs are designed to be highly practical and focusing on teaching students to understand end-to-end data science processes via hands-on projects,...

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Available Online
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider
Locations: Online, Denver
Courses: Full Stack Development with Java, Web Development with Java
Subjects: Angular, AWS, CSS, Git, HTML +7 More
Available Online
Accepts GI Bill
VET TEC Provider

Skill Distillery offers 16-week, full-time Java bootcamps in Denver, Colorado and online. Skill Distillery’s coding bootcamp is an immersive, hands-on program where you will learn the most critical coding skills to build a lasting career not only as a web developer but as a full-stack Java application developer. Our goal is to create an environment where you can focus on building the skills you need to transition into a career you love. Successful Skill Distillery...
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Courses: Full-Stack JavaScript Coding Bootcamp
Subjects: AWS, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Node.js +2 More
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School of Code is a free, full-time, 16-week full-stack JavaScript coding bootcamp in Birmingham, England. The School of Code’s mission is to get more and different types of people into tech while striving for a fairer future for all, where nobody is left behind. Students will be trained in industry best practices and standards for full-stack web development free of charge. The School of Code bootcamp simulates a real-world tech work environment with daily stand-ups,...
Locations: Online
Courses: AWS & DevOps Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Science, +4 More
Subjects: Android, API, AWS, Back-End Web Development, CSS +16 More

Our Vision The vision of TechPro Education is to enable passionate individuals to go above and beyond in their workplace and make an outstanding contribution to the high demand professions. Our Mission ➢TechPro Education's Mission is to provide one of the best software automation engineering, data science, social media management, DevOps certification courses and through these dynamics guide all individuals to gain up-to-date technical skills, knowledge, and testing professionalism. ➢TechPro Education provides training in as...
Locations: Online
Courses: Certified DevOps Foundation, Certified DevOps Professional, Workshop on Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Subjects: AWS, Cloud Computing, Docker, Git, Jenkins +2 More

DevOps University is an autonomous organization that promotes DevOps by bringing all communities together to share their knowledge on a single platform. DevOps University provides DevOps Courses through its accredited partners and grants valuable DevOps Certifications to IT professionals and prospects, who want to excel or build their career in the emerging world of DevOps. These certifications not only assess your deep knowledge on DevOps but are available at a minimal cost. DevOps University’s portfolio...
Locations: Online
Courses: Web Development Bootcamp - Accelerated, Web Development Bootcamp - Standard
Subjects: A/B Testing, Agile, AWS, Bootstrap, CSS +21 More

Coder Academy is an accredited Australian coding education provider offering Web Development Bootcamps in a 100% virtual classroom. Coder Academy offers the choice of 6-month (Accelerated) or 9-month (Standard) accredited programming bootcamps. The curriculum covers HTML5, CSS, Python, Git, JavaScript, APIs, MongoDB, Node.js, Mongoose, Express.js, React, and Redux. Coder Academy equips students with the most relevant programming skills and provides them with job readiness skills, networking opportunities, career guidance, and a 1-month optional industry placement.

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References

  1. Case studies. [online] Available at: https://aws.amazon.com/solutions/case-studies/?customer-references-cards.sort-by=item.additionalFields.publishedDate&customer-references-cards.sort-order=desc [Accessed 30 July 2020]
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