Event Title:
Introduction to Cloud Computing: Crash Course & Hands-on Demo

Date & Time:
🗓️ 8th March, 2025
⏰ 8p.m - 9.30 p.m

Location:
💻 Virtual (Bevy)

Event Description

Curious about the cloud but not sure where to start? Join us for an exciting crash course and hands-on demo that demystifies the fundamentals of cloud computing. We’ll walk you through the core concepts, key terminology, and practical steps for deploying a simple web application on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to solidify your foundational skills, this session will help you confidently take your first steps into the cloud.

What You’ll Learn

1. Cloud Fundamentals

   • Understand the difference between on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

   • Get comfortable with essential cloud terminology (e.g., VPC, subnets, instances).

2. Hands-On Demo

   • Watch a live walkthrough of deploying a lightweight web application on GCP.

   • See how easy it is to spin up a virtual machine, install a web server, and serve a “Hello, Cloud!” page.

3. Guided Practice

   • Follow along step-by-step (if you have a GCP account or free trial).

   • Ask questions, troubleshoot, and gain real-world deployment experience.

4. Next Steps & Q&A

   • Learn how these basics pave the way for more advanced topics like containerization, DevOps, and AI/ML.

   • Wrap up with a Q&A session to clear up any doubts and discuss future learning paths.

Why Attend?

• Beginner-Friendly: No prior cloud experience needed—start from scratch!

• Practical Exposure: Go beyond theory with a real deployment demo.

• Interactive Learning: Bring your laptop and follow along in real time.

• Future-Focused: Get a glimpse of how today’s cloud fundamentals lead to advanced, in-demand skill sets.

Who Should Attend?

• Students, developers, and tech enthusiasts interested in cloud computing.

• Anyone curious about deploying applications in a scalable, cost-effective way.

• Professionals looking to refresh or reinforce their cloud basics.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to jump-start your cloud journey!
RSVP now and join us for an engaging, hands-on session where you’ll learn the building blocks of cloud computing and see just how simple deploying an application can be.

Hosted by GDG On Campus TIU. We look forward to seeing you there!