This document discusses SAP HANA Cloud Platform and how developers can get started building applications for the cloud. It outlines the benefits of cloud computing and describes the core services of HANA Cloud Platform, including database access, identity management, and connectivity to on-premise systems. The document also addresses the "cloud connectivity dilemma" and how HANA Cloud Platform's connectivity service can help securely integrate cloud applications with existing on-premise systems and data. It provides resources for further information on tutorials, documentation, and SAP's partner program.