Businesses need to be ever on the lookout for ways to give themselves an edge. Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Application Platform as a Service (aPaaS) can reduce costs while increasing your organization's agility. PaaS is a cloud-based computing option that provides resources and infrastructure for business solutions, particularly for the development and deployment of web services and software apps. It can be a viable option for reducing costs while at the same time increasing a business's flexibility and reach.

In this course, you'll learn about the potential benefits of cloud computing and PaaS for your organization. You'll also learn about the different deployment options available, where and when PaaS is best utilized, and the current trends in PaaS applications. And you’ll explore best practices for implementing PaaS in your organization.