Linode: Build A Scalable Blog App Using Php & Mysql Db

Cloud Computing | IaaS | Instance Deployment | Linux Foundations | Apache + DBMS | LAMP Stack | Scaling | PHP | Security

What you'll learn

Understanding the fundamental concepts of cloud computing and the benefits it provides, such as scalability, flexibility, and cost savings.

Knowledge of different cloud service models such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

Ability to set up and deploy virtual servers on Linode cloud platform and configure web servers and databases.

Understanding of Linux operating system basics, including file systems, command-line tools, and user management.

Ability to install and configure the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP) on Linode server.

Knowledge of server security measures such as firewalls, SSH access, and SSL certificates.

Familiarity with server scaling techniques such as adding resources like CPU, RAM, and storage.

Knowledge of load balancing and auto-scaling concepts to ensure high availability and scalability of cloud-based applications.

Understanding of PHP programming language and its syntax, data types, and control structures.

Ability to write and execute PHP scripts.

Understanding of database management concepts such as creating tables, inserting data, and running queries using MySQL.

Ability to design and develop web applications that require user authentication and enable users to create and edit blog posts.

Knowledge of best practices for securing web servers and databases.

Experience in deploying, maintaining, and managing cloud-based applications.

Ability to create and restore server images and backups.

Requirements

Basic Computer Skills

Description

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing and server deployment using Linode. The course starts by introducing students to cloud computing foundations and service models. Students will gain an understanding of cloud computing technologies, including virtualization, containers, and microservices. They will also learn about the benefits of cloud computing, including scalability, flexibility, and cost savings.Next, the course will delve into cloud server deployment on Linode. Students learn to set up a Linode account and deploy a virtual server in the cloud. Students gain practical experience by deploying Linux servers and configuring various services, such as web servers and databases. Students also learn about Linux foundations, including command-line tools, file systems, and user management.After understanding the basics of cloud computing and server deployment, the course will introduce students to web server and database foundations. They will learn several web server technologies such as Apache and Nginx, and database technologies such as MySQL, MariaDB and MongoDB. Students also learn about LAMP stack, which includes Linux, Apache, MySQL/MariaDB, and PHP. Students gain practical experience by installing and configuring LAMP stack on their Linode server.The course then covers the foundations of server security. Students learn to secure their Linode server by configuring firewalls, securing SSH access, and using SSL certificates. They also learn about best practices for securing web servers and databases.Once students have gained a strong understanding of server deployment and security, the course covers server scaling. Here, students learn how to scale their Linode server by adding resources such as CPU, RAM, and storage. Students also learn about load balancing and auto-scaling, which are important concepts for ensuring high availability and scalability of cloud-based applications.The course then dives into server images and backups. Students learn how to create and restore server images, which are useful for deploying pre-configured servers quickly. They will also learn about backup strategies and best practices for ensuring data reliability.The next topic covered in the course is PHP foundations. Students learn about the PHP programming language, including syntax, data types, and control structures. They also gain practical experience by writing and executing PHP scripts.Finally, the course will culminate with students building a members-only blog using PHP and MySQL. Students will apply the knowledge they have gained throughout the course by creating a web application that requires user authentication and allows users to create and edit blog posts. They will also learn about best practices for designing and developing web applications.This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing, server deployment, and web application development. Students will gain practical experience by deploying virtual servers in the cloud, configuring web servers and databases, and building web applications using PHP and MySQL. By the end of the course, students will have the skills and knowledge necessary to deploy and maintain cloud-based applications with confidence.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

Lecture 1 History of Linode

Lecture 2 Intro to Cloud Computing

Lecture 3 Benefits of Cloud Computing

Lecture 4 Cloud Computing Service Models

Section 2: Cloud Computing Service Models

Lecture 5 Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Lecture 6 Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Lecture 7 Software as a Service (SaaS)

Lecture 8 IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS

Section 3: Cloud Server Deployment on Linode

Lecture 9 Linode Account Setup

Lecture 10 Exploring the Linode Cloud Manager

Lecture 11 Enabling TFA on Linode

Lecture 12 Deploying a Linode Virtual Instance

Lecture 13 Exploring the Linode Instance Dashboard

Lecture 14 Remote Server Admin via SSH

Lecture 15 Password vs SSH Key Authentication

Lecture 16 SSH Key Pair Authentication on Windows

Lecture 17 SSH Key Pair Authentication on MacOS

Lecture 18 Connecting with LISH

Lecture 19 Adding SSH Public Keys to Linode

Section 4: Linux Foundations

Lecture 20 Introduction to Linux

Lecture 21 The Linux Filesystem

Lecture 22 Linux Maintenance Commands

Lecture 23 Linux Directory Commands [Part 1]

Lecture 24 Linux Directory Commands [Part 2]

Lecture 25 Ubuntu Basic Server Configuration

Lecture 26 Introduction to User Accounts

Lecture 27 Creating a Non-Root Account

Lecture 28 Securing the New User Account

Lecture 29 Disabling Root User Access and Password Authentication

Section 5: Web Server and Database Foundations

Lecture 30 Introduction to Web Servers

Lecture 31 Self Hosting vs Hosting Provider

Lecture 32 Web Server Software (NGINX vs Apache)

Lecture 33 Introduction to Databases

Lecture 34 SQL vs NoSQL Databases

Lecture 35 Database Transaction Standards (ACID vs CAP)

Lecture 36 CAP Theorem for NoSQL Databases

Lecture 37 Characteristics of SQL vs NoSQL DBMSes

Lecture 38 Key Terms: Stacks, Frameworks, & Languages [Part 1]

Lecture 39 Key Terms: Stacks, Frameworks, & Languages [Part 2]

Lecture 40 Key Terms: Stacks, Frameworks, & Languages [Part 3]

Section 6: LAMP Stack Installation and Configuration

Lecture 41 Installing LAMP Stack on Ubuntu via Command Line

Lecture 42 Installing LAMP Stack using Linode Marketplace

Lecture 43 Testing PHP on Apache

Lecture 44 Testing MariaDB Connection from PHP [Part 1]

Lecture 45 Testing MariaDB Connection from PHP [Part 2]

Lecture 46 Remote Server Administration using Linode GLISH

Section 7: Foundations of Server Security

Lecture 47 Introduction to Server Security

Lecture 48 Introduction to Firewalls

Lecture 49 Network Firewalls

Lecture 50 Securing SSH with a Network Firewall

Lecture 51 Strict Network Firewall Policy

Lecture 52 Hosted Software Firewalls UFW

Section 8: Server Scaling

Lecture 53 Introduction to Scaling

Lecture 54 Vertical Scaling

Lecture 55 Horizontal Scaling with Auto Load Balancers (NodeBalancer)

Lecture 56 Instance IP Swaps

Section 9: Server Images and Backups

Lecture 57 Introduction to Images and Backups

Lecture 58 Creating a Custom Image

Lecture 59 Linode Backup Service

Section 10: PHP Foundations

Lecture 60 PHP Introduction

Lecture 61 PHP Preparation

Lecture 62 PHP File Test

Lecture 63 PHP Syntax

Lecture 64 PHP Variables

Lecture 65 PHP Variable Scope

Lecture 66 PHP Global Keyword

Lecture 67 PHP Static Keyword

Lecture 68 PHP Echo vs Print

Lecture 69 PHP Data Types

Lecture 70 PHP Objects

Lecture 71 PHP Strings

Lecture 72 PHP Constants

Lecture 73 PHP Operators

Lecture 74 PHP Conditional Statements

Lecture 75 PHP ElseIf Statement

Lecture 76 PHP Switch Statement

Lecture 77 PHP While Loops

Lecture 78 PHP For Loops

Lecture 79 PHP Functions

Lecture 80 PHP Functions Continued

Lecture 81 PHP Arrays

Lecture 82 PHP Multidimensional Arrays

Lecture 83 PHP Sorting Arrays

Lecture 84 PHP Superglobal Variables

Lecture 85 PHP Forms Introduction

Lecture 86 PHP POST vs GET Basics

Lecture 87 PHP Form Output and Validation

Lecture 88 PHP Form Required Fields

Lecture 89 PHP Validation Continued

Section 11: Project: Create a Blog with Authentication (PHP & MySQL)

Lecture 90 Introduction & Overview

Lecture 91 Project Setup

Lecture 92 Index Page Overview

Lecture 93 Home Page Mods

Lecture 94 About Page Mods

Lecture 95 Blog Page Mods

Lecture 96 MySQL Database Creation

Lecture 97 Creating a Registration Form

Lecture 98 Registration Status using JavaScript and AJAX

Lecture 99 PHP Validation - Encryption - Session

Lecture 100 Login Authentication - Part 1

Lecture 101 Login Authentication - Part 2

Lecture 102 Login Authentication - Part 3

Lecture 103 Login Authentication - Part 4

Lecture 104 Logout - Terminate Session

Lecture 105 Contact Page - Google Maps API

Lecture 106 Contact Form - AJAX Integration

Lecture 107 PHPMailer Installation

Lecture 108 PHP Form Validation and Email Transmission

Lecture 109 Production Server Migration

Section 12: Account Clean-Up and Segment Overview

Lecture 110 Linode Account Clean-Up

Lecture 111 Segment Overview

IT professionals who want to expand their knowledge of cloud computing and server deployment.,Web developers who want to learn how to deploy web applications on the cloud using Linode.,Entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to learn how to manage and maintain their own cloud-based applications.,Students pursuing a degree in computer science, information technology, or related fields.,Anyone interested in learning more about cloud computing and server deployment, regardless of their technical background.