Moodle: Learning Management System packaged by Code Creator

Moodle LMS by Code Creator delivers a ready-to-launch, self-hosted learning management system on AWS for schools, training teams, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations that want full control of their learning platform and data. Version 6.2 includes Moodle 5.2.1 running on Ubuntu 26.04 LTS with a Docker-based architecture featuring MariaDB, Redis, Nginx, automated Moodle cron, backup tools, status tools, and automated first-boot provisioning.

Moodle is the world's most widely adopted open-source LMS, supporting blended learning, distance education, flipped classrooms, and online training since 2002. This AMI is designed for organizations that need a production-ready Moodle deployment without the complexity of manual installation and configuration.

• Academic institutions delivering course content, assignments, quizzes, and grading to students across departments or campuses
• Corporate training teams running employee onboarding, compliance training, or professional development programs
• Nonprofits and government agencies providing accessible learning experiences while maintaining data sovereignty
• Training providers hosting certification programs or continuing education courses for external learners

Moodle's community-sourced plugin ecosystem lets you extend the platform with hundreds of integrations for video conferencing, plagiarism detection, custom reporting, and more.

On first launch, the AMI automatically handles the full deployment workflow so you can focus on building courses rather than configuring infrastructure:

• Creates a fresh Moodle database with no shared or default credentials
• Generates a unique administrator password using secure credential generation
• Detects and configures the instance public IP address
• Starts the complete Docker-based application stack (Moodle, MariaDB, Redis, Nginx)
• Writes your login credentials to FIRST_LOGIN.txt for easy retrieval

This automated process eliminates manual deployment steps and removes the security risk of shared default Moodle passwords that are common in generic installations.

The AMI runs a containerized stack on a single EC2 instance using Docker:

• Moodle 5.2.1 - Full-featured LMS application served on port 80
• Nginx - Web server and reverse proxy handling HTTP traffic
• MariaDB - Relational database for all Moodle data, running internally with no public exposure
• Redis - In-memory caching layer for improved application performance, running internally with no public exposure
• Automated Moodle Cron - Scheduled task runner for notifications, course completions, and maintenance
• Backup Tools - Operational tooling for database and file backups
• Status Tools - Helper commands for monitoring service health and stack status

The AMI includes several security measures out of the box:

• Unique administrator credentials are generated per instance, eliminating shared default passwords
• MariaDB and Redis services are isolated internally and are not exposed to public network interfaces
• SSH administration uses port 22 with the ubuntu user and your selected EC2 key pair

Buyer responsibilities for production deployments:

• Restrict SSH access (port 22) to trusted IP addresses using AWS Security Groups
• Configure HTTPS with a valid SSL/TLS certificate for any internet-facing or production deployment
• Apply AWS best practices for EBS volume encryption and network security
• Evaluate compliance requirements specific to your organization and data handling needs

Code Creator packages and maintains this AMI, delivering value beyond a raw Moodle installation:

• Preconfigured, tested AMI with all services integrated and ready to run
• Automated deployment workflow that provisions a working Moodle instance on first boot
• Unique credential generation for every new deployment
• Integrated Docker services with MariaDB, Redis, and Nginx preconfigured
• Operational helper commands for common administration tasks
• Backup tooling for database and file protection
• Security configuration with internal service isolation
• Ongoing AMI maintenance and updates for Marketplace compliance
• Dedicated support for deployment and operational questions

Launch the AMI on your preferred EC2 instance type, wait for the automated first-boot process to complete, then retrieve your unique administrator credentials from FIRST_LOGIN.txt. Access the Moodle dashboard through your browser on port 80 and begin creating courses, enrolling learners, and customizing your learning environment. For questions about deployment planning or configuration, contact Code Creator through the support channel listed on this page.