**Course Title:** Cloud Platforms: Foundations and Applications **Section Title:** Final Project and Course Review **Topic:** Complete the final project and prepare for presentation.(Lab topic) **Objective:** In this lab topic, you will apply the knowledge and skills you have acquired throughout the course to complete a comprehensive final project. The project will demonstrate your understanding of cloud platforms, architecture, and applications. Your goal is to design and deploy a cloud-based solution that showcases your ability to integrate various cloud services and technologies. **Instructions:** 1. **Project Description:** Choose a real-world scenario or a case study from a specific industry (e.g., healthcare, finance, e-commerce) and design a cloud-based solution that addresses the business needs and challenges. Your solution should incorporate at least three cloud services from different providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Some example project ideas: * Developing a cloud-based e-commerce platform with a scalable architecture * Designing a serverless data analytics pipeline for a healthcare organization * Building a cloud-based IoT solution for industrial automation 2. **Project Requirements:** Your project should include the following components: * **Architecture Diagram:** Create a detailed architecture diagram that showcases the components and services used in your solution. * **Cloud Service Integration:** Integrate at least three cloud services from different providers. * **Scalability and Security:** Ensure that your solution is scalable and secure. * **Cost Estimation:** Provide a detailed cost estimation of your solution. * **Deployment Plan:** Create a deployment plan that outlines the steps required to deploy your solution. 3. **Tools and Resources:** You can use the following tools and resources to complete your project: * Cloud providers' free tiers or trial accounts (e.g., AWS Free Tier, Azure Free Account, Google Cloud Free Tier) * Cloud-based infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) * Cloud-based continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., AWS CodePipeline, Azure DevOps, Google Cloud Build) 4. **Project Submission:** Submit your project report in PDF format, including the following: * Project description and overview * Architecture diagram * Cloud service integration details * Scalability and security considerations * Cost estimation * Deployment plan **Resources:** * AWS Free Tier: <https://aws.amazon.com/free/> * Azure Free Account: <https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/free/> * Google Cloud Free Tier: <https://cloud.google.com/free/> * Terraform: <https://www.terraform.io/> * CloudFormation: <https://aws.amazon.com/cloudformation/> * AWS CodePipeline: <https://aws.amazon.com/codepipeline/> * Azure DevOps: <https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/devops/> * Google Cloud Build: <https://cloud.google.com/cloud-build/> **Tips and Recommendations:** * Start by selecting a project idea and break it down into smaller, manageable tasks. * Use the cloud providers' documentation and resources to learn more about the services and tools you will be using. * Ensure that your solution is scalable and secure. * Provide a detailed cost estimation and deployment plan. **Conclusion:** Completing the final project is a significant milestone in this course. It demonstrates your ability to apply the knowledge and skills you have acquired throughout the course to real-world scenarios. Remember to follow the instructions carefully and submit your project report on time. **Leave a comment or ask for help:** If you have any questions or concerns about the project, please leave a comment below. Your instructor will respond to your queries and provide guidance as needed.