Globalmart Cloud Practical Challenge

Learning Objectives

Identify and implement appropriate scaling strategies (e.g., horizontal scaling with auto-scaling) to handle unpredictable traffic spikes and optimize cloud spend.

Apply concepts of multi-region active-active deployment, geo-replication, and load balancing to achieve near-zero downtime and data consistency for globally distributed customers.

Understand and apply advanced database security techniques, including row-level security and data masking, to safeguard sensitive information.

Evaluate cost-saving strategies by balancing reserved capacity with auto-scaling and other dynamic resource allocation techniques.

Choose Appropriate Cloud Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

Understand the benefits of CI/CD pipelines in achieving operational excellence and reducing manual deployment errors.

Overview

This assessment is designed to evaluate your understanding of core cloud concepts through real-world scenarios faced by Globalmart. It covers critical topics such as elasticity and scaling, resilience and availability, security measures like row-level security and dynamic data masking, cost optimization strategies, and the various cloud service models. You will encounter scenario-based multiple-choice questions that require you to apply your knowledge to ensure that Globalmart’s applications and databases remain responsive, secure, and cost-effective even in dynamic and global environments.

Prerequisites

Basic Understanding of Cloud Computing
Fundamental Networking Knowledge