Cloud+ is the new A Cloud Guru: What you need to know

Did you know? Cloud+ is the new A Cloud Guru plan from Pluralsight—and it’s better than ever.

When Pluralsight acquired A Cloud Guru (ACG) back in July 2021, our goal was to bring the best in cloud learning to our customers. Now, nearly four years later, we’re taking the next step to make learning simpler, stronger, and more unified—while staying true to what made ACG the go-to platform for cloud pros.

Read on to learn why we’re so excited to introduce Cloud+, the next evolution of ACG, now fully integrated into Pluralsight’s learning platform. With Cloud+, you’ll get everything you loved about ACG—plus more content, more paths, and more ways to build your skills across the cloud ecosystem and beyond.

What is Cloud+ and what does it include?

Cloud+ is Pluralsight’s new home for cloud learning, combining everything from A Cloud Guru with even more content to help you grow faster and go further. It’s more than just a name change. 

Here’s what you get with Cloud+:

• All the ACG content you know and love, including in-depth certification prep for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

• Hands-on labs, sandboxes, and real-world scenarios to help you gain practical skills.

• Access to Pluralsight’s Core Tech package—covering software development, IT operations, product and UX, and business skills—so you can build the broader skills that make cloud pros stand out.

In other words, Cloud+ gives you everything you had with A Cloud Guru, and then some. Whether you’re starting your cloud career or leveling up, Cloud+ is here to power your next step.

Where should I get started with Cloud+ learning paths?

To give you a head start, here are some of the most popular learning paths now included in Cloud+, perfect whether you’re aiming for certifications or building hands-on cloud skills:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03): Perfect for anyone designing cloud solutions on AWS, this path helps you build deep expertise in AWS services and architecture and prepares you to pass one of the most in-demand cloud certifications in the industry.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104): Designed for IT pros and administrators, this path teaches you how to manage Azure environments, including compute, storage, and networking, all aligned to the AZ-104 certification.

• Google Cloud Digital Leader: A great starting point for anyone new to Google Cloud, this path focuses on the foundational concepts, services, and use cases of GCP. No technical background required.

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): If you're new to AWS or cloud in general, this entry-level certification path covers the essentials, giving you a strong foundation in cloud concepts, security, pricing, and services to confidently start your cloud journey.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900): This beginner-friendly path breaks down core Azure concepts, cloud principles, and pricing models, ideal for anyone looking to understand Azure from the ground up and prepare for the AZ-900 exam.

• Introduction to Kubernetes: Want to learn how to manage containerized applications? This path introduces Kubernetes fundamentals, helping you get hands-on experience with deploying, scaling, and operating Kubernetes clusters.

• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate: Learn how to automate infrastructure with Terraform. This path walks you through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts, Terraform basics, and how to build, change, and manage infrastructure safely and efficiently—all aligned to the Terraform Associate exam.

• LPI DevOps Tools Engineer Certification: Prepare for the LPI DevOps Tools Engineer certification with a deep dive into essential DevOps tools and practices. This path covers topics like CI/CD, automation, version control, and container orchestration—using industry-standard tools such as Jenkins, Git, Kubernetes, and more—to help you build a robust foundation for DevOps roles.

No matter which cloud provider or role you’re focused on, Cloud+ has a path for you.

What if I was an A Cloud Guru plan user?

If you’ve been using the A Cloud Guru (ACG) plan on Pluralsight, we’ve made sure your transition is seamless—so you stay in control of what you want to learn and subscribe to.

Here’s what this means for you:

• No action needed – Your account login remains the same, and your learning continues without interruption.

• Your current plan will be fully transitioned to Complete by the end of May 2025 – To ensure you maintain all the access you had with our ACG plan, we are in the process of upgrading previous Pluralsight ACG subscribers to Pluralsight’s Complete plan. This provides access to the top cloud content you rely on, plus continues access to additional topics beyond cloud more in line with your previous subscription. 

• The best of ACG learning is coming with you – Your favorite courses and learning paths are still here, while outdated content is being retired to make way for fresh, up-to-date, cloud-focused material.

• Your learning progress and history stay intact – You can pick up right where you left off.

• New content is always being added – Stay ahead with the latest certifications, tools, and cloud technologies.

When it’s time to renew your subscription, you’re in control. You can continue with Complete to explore a broad range of tech topics, or if you prefer to focus exclusively on cloud, Cloud+ gives you full access to cloud and core tech content. No matter what, you’ll have the skills and learning paths you need to keep growing.

Why did our ACG plan change to Cloud+?

Ultimately, we made this change to bring cloud learning fully under Pluralsight’s learning umbrella, creating a seamless experience with more opportunities for learners. Instead of maintaining separate platforms, Cloud+ integrates the best of ACG with Pluralsight’s broader tech content, giving you access to more relevant, up-to-date skills in one place.

What are the learning plans Pluralsight now offers?

To give you a full picture, here’s how Cloud+ fits into Pluralsight’s broader lineup of learning plans:

• Core Tech: Foundational tech skills across development, IT ops, and more.

• Complete: All of our learning content across the platform. Perfect for those seeking comprehensive learning across a broad range of tech fields.

• Cloud+: Cloud content (formerly ACG) and Core Tech for a complete cloud learning journey.

• Data+: Data content, including foundational AI and ML courses as well as Core Tech, for those focusing on data-driven roles and technologies

• Security+: Cybersecurity content, plus Core Tech, for building the skills needed to secure systems and data in today’s digital world.

• AI+: Advanced AI, generative AI  and machine learning content alongside Core Tech; ideal for those looking to specialize in artificial intelligence and related technologies.

If you’re focusing on cloud, Cloud+ is your go-to, but you can always explore other plans if your career goals expand beyond cloud alone.

Our new plans illustrate Pluralsight’s continued commitment to fresh, in-demand content that keeps up with today’s tech landscape so you always have access to the skills that matter most. Along with Cloud+, our new plans, including Complete, Core Tech, Data+, Security+, and AI+, offer more comprehensive, cross-disciplinary learning experiences to help you stay ahead in the tech world. No matter your focus, you’ll find a path that aligns with your career goals, all within one integrated platform.