Disclaimer

General Information

This disclaimer applies to all content, services, and products available at cloudcourse.dev (operated by Not Just Software Inc.) including but not limited to course materials, the CLI tool, and community resources.

1. No Affiliation with Amazon Web Services

Cloud Course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon.com, Inc., or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. All AWS product names, logos, and brands are the property of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

References to AWS services and features are for educational purposes only. Any issues related to AWS service functionality, availability, or billing should be directed to AWS Support.

2. Educational Purpose

2.1 Intended Use

The content provided in this course is for educational and informational purposes only. The tutorials, examples, and guidance are designed to help you learn AWS services and cloud computing concepts.

2.2 Current as of Publication

We strive to ensure all information is accurate and up-to-date at the time of publication, but AWS services, features, interfaces, pricing, and best practices change frequently. We make regular updates but cannot guarantee that all content reflects the latest AWS changes at all times.

2.3 Not Professional Advice

The information provided is not intended as professional advice. For specific requirements related to your business or organization, we recommend consulting with a qualified cloud architect, AWS solutions architect, or other professional.

3. No Warranty

3.1 Content Accuracy

While we make every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in the course.

3.2 AWS Changes

AWS regularly updates its services, interfaces, pricing, and features. The information provided in this course reflects AWS services at the time of recording. We cannot guarantee that all information will remain current as AWS evolves.

3.3 Regional Availability

AWS services vary by region. While we recommend using the US East (N. Virginia) region (us-east-1) for the course exercises, we cannot guarantee that all services covered will be available in all AWS regions or that pricing will be consistent across regions.

3.4 Technical Functionality

We cannot guarantee that the examples, code samples, or instructions provided will work in all environments or with all configurations. Technical requirements, dependencies, and AWS service behaviors may change over time.

4. No Guaranteed Results

Completion of this course does not guarantee any specific outcome, including but not limited to:

  • AWS certification or exam readiness
  • Job placement or career advancement
  • Specific skill proficiency or expertise level
  • Success of any AWS projects you implement
  • Cost optimization or performance improvements
  • Security compliance or best practice implementation

Results depend on various factors including your prior experience, time invested in practice, proper application of concepts, and specific use cases.

5. User Responsibility

5.1 AWS Account

You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your AWS account and for all associated charges. We strongly recommend:

  • Following AWS best practices for security and cost management
  • Setting up billing alerts and budgets
  • Using the AWS Free Tier when possible
  • Terminating resources when not in use
  • Regularly monitoring your AWS billing dashboard

5.2 Security

Following instructions in this course does not guarantee that your AWS implementation will be secure. You are responsible for:

  • Implementing appropriate security measures for your specific use case
  • Keeping your AWS credentials secure
  • Following the principle of least privilege for IAM roles and policies
  • Regularly updating access keys and passwords
  • Monitoring for unauthorized access or unusual activity

5.3 Data Loss

We are not responsible for any data loss or corruption that may occur while following course instructions. Always:

  • Back up important data
  • Test restoration procedures
  • Implement proper disaster recovery strategies
  • Use version control for code and infrastructure definitions

5.4 Proper Testing

All implementations should be properly tested in non-production environments before being used for any critical applications or data.

6. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Not Just Software Inc., its owners, directors, employees, contractors, or agents be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation:

  • Indirect or consequential loss or damage
  • Loss of data or profits
  • Business interruption
  • AWS charges or fees
  • Security breaches or data exposure
  • Any loss or damage arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this course or the implementation of its content

This limitation applies whether based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, and whether or not we are advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. AWS Costs

7.1 AWS Charges

Using AWS services incurs charges based on your usage. While we attempt to design exercises to minimize costs and use AWS Free Tier services where possible:

  • We cannot guarantee that following course instructions will not result in AWS charges
  • Pricing models and Free Tier eligibility may change
  • Your specific implementation may vary from our examples
  • Resources left running will continue to incur charges

7.2 Cost Control

We strongly recommend implementing cost control measures as outlined in the course, including:

  • Setting up AWS Budgets with alerts
  • Regularly reviewing the AWS Billing Dashboard
  • Following cleanup instructions after completing exercises
  • Using AWS Cost Explorer to monitor spending trends

This course may contain links to external websites and resources. We have no control over the content and availability of those sites and are not responsible for:

  • Their content, privacy practices, or policies
  • The accuracy of information they provide
  • Their availability or functionality
  • Any damage or loss related to using external resources

9. Professional Certification

This course is not an official AWS certification preparation course. While the content may cover topics relevant to AWS certifications:

  • We do not guarantee that completing this course will enable you to pass any AWS certification exam
  • We are not affiliated with AWS Certification programs
  • Official AWS certification preparation materials should be used for exam preparation

10. Changes to This Disclaimer

We may update this disclaimer from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. By continuing to use our course after such revisions, you consent to the updated terms.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Not Just Software Inc., its officers, directors, employees, agents, and third parties from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from:

  • Your use of the course materials
  • Your violation of this disclaimer
  • Your violation of AWS's terms of service
  • Any activity related to your AWS account

12. Governing Law

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact us at support@cloudcourse.dev.

Last updated: April 15, 2025

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