Explore cloud computing through a CTO lens

Explore how cloud computing supports product and process innovation, talent development, Agile and DevOps practices, and enhanced customer experiences.

Discover strategies for innovation and customer value

Discover how cloud-enabled innovation, top talent, efficient collaboration, and AI/ML can help technology teams deliver greater customer value.

Please note that to access the course content for this AWS course, you will go via an LTI link(s) to the AWS platform; you can then return to the FutureLearn course in order to receive your certificate.

Syllabus

Week 1
Cloud for CTOs
- Cloud for CTOs
  In this activity, you will explore how CTOs leverage the cloud for innovation, attract top tech talent, apply Agile and DevOps for efficiency, and use AI/ML to drive maximum customer value.

When would you like to start?

Start straight away and join a global classroom of learners. If the course hasn’t started yet you’ll see the future date listed below.

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Learning on this course

On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

Understand how the cloud can help drive product and process innovation
Explore the steps an organization takes to attract top talent
Identify how Agile development and DevOps strategy are essential to maximize efficiency and collaboration
Recognize when to use artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to increase customer value

Who is the course for?

This course is ideal for CTOs, Vice presidents (VPs) of technology, Directors of technology, VPs, directors, and managers of engineering, and VPs, directors, and managers of project and product management

Who developed the course?

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive cloud, enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, reduce costs, and scale more efficiently.

What's included?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) are offering everyone who joins this course a free digital upgrade, so that you can experience the full benefits of studying online for free. This means that you get:

Unlimited access to this course

Includes any articles, videos, peer reviews and quizzes

A PDF Certificate of Achievement to prove your success when you’re eligible

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Complete 90% of course steps and all of the assessments to earn your certificate

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