Introduction to AWS - Understand AWS basics in 3 hours!​

Updated June 2024 - A quick, fun, and easy to follow introduction to AWS. Master AWS Fundamentals! Learn Hands-on Skills

"Great introduction to AWS. I wanted a quick course to understand the basics, and this course delivered." - Susan

"The explanation was really good and could be easily understood by beginners." - Chopra


Are you brand new to AWS?

Have you found that many of the training resources out there use complex technical jargon that make it difficult to understand the basic concepts? If you need to get a basic understanding of AWS quickly and clearly, this is the course for you.

Why should I choose this course? And why is it so short?

Most lectures in this course are 5 - 10 minutes long. This course gives you an understanding of how AWS works, some of the most commonly used services, how to use the free tier, how AWS compares to other cloud environments, and more!

You can begin this course now, and two short hours you will have a basic understanding of AWS. You will know some of the common AWS services, and you will see how the AWS Console works.

So don't wait - give this course a try now and take the first step towards understanding AWS!

Will I actually learn how to use AWS in the real world?

Yes! You will learn how to sign up and how to take advantage of the free tier. You'll also learn some basic skills in the AWS Console, including creating S3 Buckets and EC2 Instances.

Should I take a longer course focused on AWS Certification instead?

Maybe! But this course will help you figure that out. If you are brand new to AWS this will help you understand the absolute basics and plan your learning journey moving forward.

Lessons include:

  • Intro to AWS
  • How to sign up for an AWS Account
  • How to use the AWS Console
  • AWS Use Cases
  • AWS Regions and Availability Zones
  • How to create an S3 Bucket
  • How to create an EC2 instance
  • AWS vs. other Cloud Providers
  • Summary of Common AWS Services

Your Instructor


Rick Crisci
Rick Crisci

I am the owner of TrainerTests, and an official certified trainer for VMware and AWS.

I have delivered thousands of hours of official live training to my students, and I love teaching people new skills.

I am the founder of TrainerTests, which provides video training unlike any other company. I believe in using high quality illustrations and animations to simply complex concepts. in my courses you will get the technical depth that you need, with a focus on making sure that you completely understand the underlying concepts.

I have over 200,000 students across a variety of platforms, with multiple top-rated and best selling courses.


Course Curriculum


  Introduction to AWS - Understand AWS basics in 90 minutes!
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
This is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
If you choose to enroll in the TrainerTests Full Access subscription, you will get access to this, and all of my other courses for the duration of your subscription! If you enroll in this course only, you have unlimited access to this course for one year. As the course is updated, you will get access to all the latest changes and new materials
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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