Specialization Fundamentals of Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Technologies

In today’s interconnected world, basic knowledge of IT hardware, software, networking, cybersecurity, and cloud computing is vital for nearly every function or role in an organization. Adding memory, updating an operating system, connecting to a network, recognizing phishing, and configuring cloud technologies are just a few of the skills employees need or need help with. This five-course specialization provides essential skills for nearly every IT job, including technical support specialist, data analyst, data scientist, artificial intelligence specialist, web developer, software engineer, systems administrator, DevOps and site reliability engineer, data center technician, network specialist, IT manager, and cybersecurity analyst. You will gain knowledge and skills in hardware, operating systems, programming, databases, networking, storage, cybersecurity and cloud computing that will prepare you for entry-level IT work or help you better understand and manage IT responsibilities within your organization. In addition to earning an IBM certification upon successful completion of this specialization, it provides the dual benefit of preparing you for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (IFT+) certification exam, which can validate your skills, helping you gain a competitive advantage. This program is designed for beginners. No prior IT background, programming experience, or cloud skills are required to begin this program. All that is needed is basic computer literacy. Applied learning project These assignments are designed for beginners and allow you to gain the basic skills from each course. You'll use interactive activities and reference materials to identify computer hardware, ports, and peripherals, and review the steps involved in setting up a workstation, installing an operating system, and configuring frequently changed operating system settings. In hands-on labs, you'll use Python to build fundamental programming skills that are relevant in the real world, and learn how to perform basic database operations using MySQL. In additional interactive labs, you'll use the IBM Cloud platform and other interactive techniques to work with custom software, back-end applications, introductory networking concepts, security techniques, and cloud computing types and services.