In this piece, I wrote about my experience studying for and passing Aviatrix’s ACE Multicloud Network Associate certification. Additionally, I shared my perspective on the self-paced training program and highlighted the distinctions between hybrid and multi-cloud computing.
I recently took Aviatrix's free Aviatrix’s ACE Multicloud Network Associate (ACE MCNA) Course Training Course ($895 USD value) with code acemulticloud (expires June 30th, 2023).
The training covers features and capabilities that make it a valuable solution for managing cloud networking across multiple cloud providers, ranging from the basic networking components and terminology of the major cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) to common challenges and key limitations when utilizing public cloud infrastructure.
Aviatrix is focused on secure cloud networking. The training reflects design patterns for multi-cloud architecture, key networking, and security use cases, including ingress and egress filtering, VPN gateways, transit networking, firewall security, encryption, cloud security, operation, and networking.
About the Course
ACE MCNA training is a 6-hour training consisting of videos and a quiz at the end of each module.
Note: The training is FREE but the Exam cost $49.00 and it is for 1 hour 15 minutes. Once you are done with the Course, the last Module will give you instructions on how to Schedule and Take the Exam (Online).
My Thoughts About ACE MCNA
Aviatrix’s ACE Multicloud Network Associate Course is a great course for anyone starting or already on the path of cloud computing (solution architect) and secure cloud networking. The course got me exposed to the different networking concepts of the major CSPs (AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI). I was able to understand how single cloud networking works and how the limitations are addressed by Aviatrix’s multi-cloud product solution, which helps organizations and companies improve their cloud environments in terms of agility, security, reliability, visibility, and operability.
I used to think that hybrid cloud and multi-cloud were the same thing, and you might have had the same misconception as well. However, after this course, I have learned the difference between the two and would like to share my understanding with you.
Hybrid cloud refers to a computing environment that combines a private cloud, usually located on-premises, with one or more public clouds (AWS, GCP, Azure). This approach allows organizations to leverage the benefits of both private and public cloud environments, such as the security and control of a private cloud and the scalability and flexibility of a public cloud.
Multi-cloud, on the other hand, refers to an approach where organizations use multiple public cloud providers to host their workloads. The main advantage of a multi-cloud approach is that it allows organizations to avoid vendor lock-in and choose the best cloud platform for each application or workload based on factors such as cost, performance, and availability. For example, you can combine AWS + AZURE + GCP, GCP + OCI, or AWS + GCP.
In summary, hybrid cloud is best suited for organizations that need to balance the benefits of private and public cloud environments, while multi-cloud is ideal for organizations that want to avoid vendor lock-in and have the flexibility to choose the best cloud platform for each workload.
Aviatrix Platform Features
- Multi-cloud networking: Aviatrix enables organizations to easily deploy and manage secure network connectivity across multiple public clouds and regions.
- Cloud network automation: Aviatrix automates the deployment of cloud network infrastructure, simplifying the management of complex cloud environments.
- Network security: Aviatrix provides advanced network security features, including encryption, firewalling, and intrusion detection, to protect cloud-based workloads.
- Hybrid cloud connectivity: Aviatrix enables secure connectivity between on-premises data centers and public clouds, making it easier to manage hybrid cloud environments.
- Global transit network: Aviatrix enables the creation of a global transit network that connects multiple clouds and regions, providing centralized network management and visibility.
- Application performance monitoring: Aviatrix provides real-time monitoring of network and application performance, helping organizations identify and resolve issues quickly.
- Compliance and governance: Aviatrix provides a range of compliance and governance features, including audit logging, role-based access control, and support for industry standards such as PCI DSS and HIPAA.
I Don’t want to go into details with the features but when you take the course, you will learn more about them “Self-Paced Associate Course”. You can also check out Aviatrix Documentation.
Check out this YouTube video by Dana at Aviatrix on ACE MCNA
Guide to Passing the ACE MCNA Exam 📝
I studied the self-paced associate course for a few weeks, watched the videos twice, took notes, and used diagrams to illustrate some definitions that were difficult to understand. While reading, I referred to the Aviatrix Docs for more clarifications.
Lab Guide 🔬🧪
In the Day 2 section of the video (17:17), you will be instructed on how to build your own MCNA Transit for $1 per hour.
I watched the YouTube demo videos to understand how Aviatrix deployment and features work. Aviatrix CoPilot, MCNA Series
If you have any issues with the deployment of your own Aviatrix-Sandbox-stater-tool check the community for a solution. {YouTube}
You can check out some past questions (exam dumps that I saw online for free). {1, 2, 3, 4}
Note: The past questions above don’t guarantee success in the exam; they're just for you to see the way Avaitrix sets there questions.
About the Exam
At the end of the video material (the conclusion section), you will be instructed on how to book and schedule your exam.
NOTE
- The exam is a 45-question multiple-choice exam that is proctored and lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- The exam can be taken anywhere of your choice, and you will be required to enable your camera and audio, present an ID, and show your environment before starting the exam.
- The exam is done using the Chrome browser.
- During your exam, you are not allowed to stand up, and everything is recorded until the end of the exam.
- During your exam, you can flag a question for review later and move between the previous and next questions.
Community Write-up: How to Take the ACE-Associate Final Exam
Thanks for Reading ✌️
