AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02): Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization
Field | Description / Template |
|---|---|
Purpose | This course enables learners to design and execute large-scale workload migration and modernization strategies on AWS. It focuses on selecting the right workloads, choosing optimal migration approaches, rearchitecting legacy systems, and adopting cloud-native patterns. The course prepares learners to handle real-world migration scenarios and succeed in the SAP-C02 certification exam. |
Audience | Experienced cloud professionals, solutions architects, migration specialists, and AWS certification aspirants working on cloud transformation initiatives. |
Role | Solutions Architect, Cloud Architect, Migration Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer, Cloud Consultant. |
Domain | Cloud Computing, Cloud Migration, Application Modernization, Distributed Systems |
Skill Level | Advanced |
Style | Scenario-based, hands-on learning with real-world migration use cases, labs, architecture decision-making, and exam-focused strategies. |
Duration | 15–22 hours |
Related Technologies | AWS Migration Hub, AWS Application Discovery Service, AWS Migration Evaluator, AWS Application Migration Service (MGN), AWS App Runner, Amazon ECS, AWS Fargate, AWS Lambda, Amazon S3, Amazon SNS |
Course Description
This course focuses on accelerating workload migration and modernization using AWS best practices and tools. Learners will begin by identifying and prioritizing workloads for migration, using frameworks such as the 7Rs strategy and tools like AWS Application Discovery Service and Migration Hub.
The course explores various migration approaches, including rehosting, replatforming, and rearchitecting, along with data and database migration strategies. Learners will gain hands-on experience with AWS Application Migration Service (MGN) and other migration tools.
Additionally, the course covers designing new architectures for legacy workloads using containers, serverless, and modern compute platforms. Learners will also explore modernization strategies such as decoupling applications, implementing event-driven architectures, and leveraging analytics and machine learning services.
Through hands-on labs and scenario-based learning, learners will develop the expertise needed to successfully migrate and modernize applications while preparing for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02) exam.
Who is this course for
Experienced AWS Solutions Architects
Migration and cloud transformation specialists
DevOps and platform engineers
Professionals preparing for SAP-C02 certification
Engineers modernizing legacy systems
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Identify and prioritize workloads for migration using assessment frameworks
Evaluate and apply the appropriate migration strategy (7Rs)
Use AWS tools for migration discovery, planning, and execution
Rehost, replatform, and rearchitect applications on AWS
Design modern architectures using containers and serverless services
Implement application modernization strategies and enhancements
Apply security and governance during migration processes
Optimize performance and cost in migrated workloads
Prepare effectively for the SAP-C02 certification exam
Prerequisites
Strong understanding of AWS core services and architecture
Experience designing and managing AWS workloads
Recommended: AWS Solutions Architect – Associate certification
Knowledge of DevOps, networking, and security best practices
Familiarity with application architecture and migration concepts
Course outline
Section 1: Select Workloads for Migration
Workload Migration Essentials
Migration Assessment Factors
Evaluating Migration Strategies (7Rs)
AWS Application Discovery Service
AWS Migration Evaluator
AWS Migration Hub
Prioritizing Workloads for Migration
Lab: Simplifying Architecture with App Runner
Section 2: Determine the Optimal Migration Approach
Determine the Optimal Migration Approach
Rehost with AWS MGN
Application Transfer Mechanisms
Database Transfer Mechanisms
Data Transfer Services
Security in Migration Tools
Migration Governance Models
Lab: Rehosting a Workload with AWS MGN
Section 3: Determine a New Architecture for Existing Workloads
Introduction to Rearchitecting Workloads
Compute Platforms
Container Hosting Platforms
Serverless Compute
Storage Services
Database Platforms
Reliability and Security in New Architectures
Lab: Containerizing a Legacy App with ECS Fargate
Section 4: Determine Opportunities for Modernization and Enhancements
Modernization and Adherence to the Well-Architected Framework
Decoupling Application Components
Application Integration Services
Serverless Solutions
Container Modernization Services
Purpose-built Databases
Enhancements with Analytics and Machine Learning
Lab: Serverless, Event-driven Workflow with S3 + Lambda + SNS
Section 5: Exam Preparation
Select Workloads for Migration and Optimal Migration Approach Mind Maps
Determine New Architecture for Existing Workloads and Opportunities for Modernization and Enhancements Mind Maps
SAP-C02 Scenario Study - Part 1
SAP-C02 Scenario Study - Part 2