Course description

This lesson provides a detailed introduction to Domain Name System (DNS) using AWS Route 53, a scalable and highly available DNS web service. You will learn the fundamental concepts of DNS, including how domain names are resolved into IP addresses, and how Route 53 fits into the broader landscape of cloud-based networking. The lesson covers how to configure Route 53 to register domain names, create hosted zones, and manage DNS records such as A, CNAME, MX, and more. You’ll also explore the process of routing traffic to different resources, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, and load balancers, by setting up routing policies.  

Additionally, the lesson will delve into advanced features of Route 53, including health checks and DNS failover, which allow you to monitor the health of resources and ensure that traffic is routed to healthy endpoints. You will also learn about Route 53’s integration with other AWS services, such as CloudFront and Elastic Load Balancing, to improve performance and availability. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to manage DNS using AWS Route 53, enabling you to efficiently direct traffic to cloud resources while ensuring high availability and performance.

What will i learn?

  • Mastering DNS Management: Gain a solid understanding of how DNS works and how to manage it using AWS Route 53 to route traffic to your resources efficiently
  • Proficiency in Domain Registration and Configuration: Learn how to register domains, create hosted zones, and configure DNS records to manage routing for your cloud-based applications.
  • Integration with AWS Services: Gain experience in integrating Route 53 with other AWS services such as CloudFront, S3, and EC2 to improve performance, availability, and security for your applications.

Requirements

  • AWS Account: An active AWS account is required to access and configure Route 53 and other AWS services during the lesson.
  • Basic Understanding of DNS: A basic understanding of DNS concepts, such as domain names, IP addresses, and DNS records, will be helpful but not required.
  • Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is necessary to access the AWS Console and complete practical exercises during the lesson.
  • Willingness to Learn: A proactive attitude and eagerness to explore AWS Route 53’s features will help you get the most out of the lesson.

Frequently asked question

AWS Route 53 is a scalable and highly available DNS web service that helps route end-user requests to appropriate AWS resources like EC2 instances and S3 buckets. It is crucial for managing domain names, ensuring traffic is routed correctly, and optimizing resource availability.

While prior knowledge of DNS concepts is helpful, this lesson is designed for learners at all levels and will provide a comprehensive understanding of DNS and AWS Route 53 from the ground up.

You will learn how to configure and manage domain names, set up hosted zones, create and manage DNS records, and implement routing policies and health checks to ensure high availability of your resources.

Yes, AWS Route 53 can route traffic to resources both within and outside AWS, allowing you to configure custom DNS records to support hybrid cloud architectures or route traffic to external services.

This lesson equips you with the skills to manage DNS configurations for websites and applications hosted on AWS, ensuring reliable routing, performance optimization, and secure traffic management for your cloud infrastructure.

Akinola Ojuola

Cloud Solution Architect, DevOps Consultant & Trainer

Akinola Ojuola is a seasoned Cloud Solution Architect, DevOps Consultant and technical trainer with over 20 years of industry expertise. Throughout his career, he has worked with some of the world’s most prominent technology-driven organisations, including IBM, Fujitsu, Walmart, and MasterCard, delivering transformative solutions across various sectors. Akinola has trained and mentored more than 1,000 students across 18 countries on five continents. His commitment to real-world, practical learning has enabled hundreds of learners to launch successful careers in global tech companies. He is passionate about practical, real-world learning. His teaching approach blends deep technical knowledge with hands-on, enterprise-level experience. He holds multiple industry certifications and leads advanced projects in Cloud Architecture, DevOps, DevSecOps, and Artificial Intelligence for both private enterprises and public institutions.Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance your tech career, you’ll gain valuable, job-ready skills under his guidance.

$10

Lectures

4

Quizzes

4

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

1 Months

Certificate

Yes

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