Course Outline
Introduction
- Overview of the Cloud FinOps Certification.
- Prerequisites for certification.
Fundamentals of Cloud Computing
- Navigating challenges in cloud environments.
- Comparison between cloud and traditional IT infrastructures.
Fundamentals of FinOps
- Defining FinOps.
- The rationale behind adopting FinOps.
- Key principles of FinOps.
- Overview of the FinOps lifecycle.
FinOps Teams and Motivation
- Understanding the structure of a FinOps team.
- Skills, roles, and responsibilities within FinOps teams.
- FinOps team culture and dynamics.
- Motivating FinOps teams.
FinOps Capabilities
- Exploring the six pillars of FinOps capabilities.
- Aligning teams with resources.
- Industry best practices.
FinOps Lifecycle
- Phases and purpose of the FinOps lifecycle.
- Core processes within the FinOps lifecycle.
Cloud Resource Pricing and Billing
- Key terminology in cloud computing, FinOps, DevOps, and finance.
- Cloud billing mechanisms.
Taking the Examination
- Registration procedures.
- Strategies and tips for passing the exam.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of cloud computing principles.
- Basic knowledge of at least one major public cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Comprehension of the core concepts behind the pay-as-you-go consumption model.
Target Audience
- Cloud administrators.
- Cloud architects and engineers.
- Business unit leaders.
- Procurement specialists.
Testimonials (7)
Experience and provide necessary information to the topics
Ronald - Microgenesis Business System
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
enthusiasm and knowledge about FinOps
ED DAVID - Microgenesis Business System
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
The knowledge we gained about FinOps
Herman
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
The presenter's knowledge and ability to communicate complex, technical concepts was evident and made the training session enjoyable.
Tahir Hassan - Woolworths Financial Services
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
The concepts around FINOPS and to approach it in UC manner. Some good presentation / motivation on how to motivate for FINOPS
Philip Coetzee - Woolworths Financial Services
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
explainations were clear
Nadia Murudker - Woolworths Financial Services
Course - FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) Preparation
i like that it was easy to understand - not too technical
