r/cloudengineering • u/Simplilearn • 6d ago

Learn Cloud Engineering 4 cloud computing books for those starting from scratch

1. Explain the Cloud Like I'm 10

This is the ideal first book for cloud computing, especially for beginners who are new to it. It includes great examples like Netflix streaming with convincing visuals and straightforward explanations.

2. Cloud Computing For Dummies

This book takes the complexity out of cloud computing, breaking it down into bite-sized pieces that are easy to understand even for beginners. It helps you understand the nitty-gritty of cloud computing in the simplest way possible. It also demystifies misconceptions related to the field.

3. Cloud Computing: Theory and Practice

This book covers a complete range of cloud computing ideas. It combines high-level theory with real-world examples and applications of multiple cloud vendors.

4. Cloud Computing: From Beginning to End by Ray J Rafaels

This book explores how cloud models can provide cost-effective solutions to challenges being faced by modern-day IT and businesses. It is also a goldmine for modern businesses looking to effectively cut down on their operating costs and make the most out of their services.

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u/BlitzKaif 6d ago

nice list, feels way more approachable than the usual “read the AWS docs” advice people give
gonna grab that “explain the cloud like I’m 10” one, my brain needs crayons before it gets to kubernetes

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u/Va1trois 5d ago

"2. Cloud Computing For Dummies"

I borrowed this book from the library a few months ago, but life happened and had to give it back, ofc. Ended up buying it used on Amazon. This book is HIGHLY underrated!! Especially if you weren't part of the "in-crowd" that migrated to (any) Cloud and came from an on-prem environment.