AWS Developers Podcast

AWS Amplify is a collection of cloud services and libraries for fullstack application development. Amplify provides frontend libraries, UI components, backend building, and frontend hosting for building fullstack cloud apps. In this episode, we make a tour of AWS Amplify for web applications and native mobile applications. In this episode, we talk about the new capabilities provided by Amplify Gen 2. How it uses the Cloud Development Kit (CDK) and integrates easily with Git to create backends automatically for your branches or pull requests.

In this week's episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, we delve into the current state of serverless adoption in 2024. We'll address common questions from developers, including the practical uses of serverless, AWS's ongoing investments in this technology, and whether serverless has become the standard for cloud architectures. Whether you're new to serverless or an experienced user with multiple workloads in production, this episode offers valuable insights and updates on serverless technology's trajectory. Join us to learn why serverless is here to stay and how it can benefit your development projects. With Holly Mesrobian, VP Serverless Compute, AWS, https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-mesrobian-a1b710/ Julian Wood, Developer Experience, AWS https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianrwood/ Serverless on AWS https://aws.amazon.com/serverless/

In this week's episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, we delve into the current state of serverless adoption in 2024. We'll address common questions from developers, including the practical uses of serverless, AWS's ongoing investments in this technology, and whether serverless has become the standard for cloud architectures. Whether you're new to serverless or an experienced user with multiple workloads in production, this episode offers valuable insights and updates on serverless technology's trajectory. Join us to learn why serverless is here to stay and how it can benefit your development projects.

Dive into the world of GraphQL APIs on AWS this week! We'll explore the recently launched feature in AppSync: asynchronous Lambda functions for GraphQL resolvers. But first, we'll break down the advantages of GraphQL over REST APIs and the limitations of synchronous calls in GraphQL. Then, we'll uncover the power of async Lambdas: stream data directly to your client for a more responsive experience and unlock innovative use cases, like generative AI-powered chatbots built with Lambdas. Curious how this can transform your applications? Tune in to learn more! With Derek Bingham, Developer Advocate, AWS https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekwbingham/ - Derek's blog about AppSync async Lambda resolvers https://community.aws/content/2hlqAp86YvckSS2DrVvZ1qdArqF/async-lambda-and-appsync?lang=en - AWS AppSync https://docs.aws.amazon.com/appsync/latest/devguide/what-is-appsync.html - AWS Lambda https://docs.aws.amazon.com/lambda/latest/dg/welcome.html - Streaming a response from a Lambda function https://docs.aws.amazon.com/lambda/latest/dg/configuration-response-streaming.html - AWS AppSync sample code https://github.com/aws-samples/aws-appsync-resolver-samples - Michael (App Sync Developer Advocate) YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@focusotter/videos

Dive into the world of GraphQL APIs on AWS this week! We'll explore the recently launched feature in AppSync: asynchronous Lambda functions for GraphQL resolvers. But first, we'll break down the advantages of GraphQL over REST APIs and the limitations of synchronous calls in GraphQL. Then, we'll uncover the power of async Lambdas: stream data directly to your client for a more responsive experience and unlock innovative use cases, like generative AI-powered chatbots built with Lambdas. Curious how this can transform your applications? Tune in to learn more!

Join us this week on the AWS Developers podcast as we dive deep into CodeArtifact, AWS's fully managed artifact repository service. In this insightful discussion with the team behind CodeArtifact, we explore what makes this service essential for developers. Discover the myriad benefits it offers in terms of availability, security, and cost-efficiency. Did you know that 83% of Maven's public server bandwidth is consumed by just 1% of its client IP addresses? Utilizing a private artifact repository like CodeArtifact not only optimizes your workflows but also contributes to a more sustainable internet infrastructure. We'll also share expert insights and best practices for deploying CodeArtifact at scale, ensuring you get the most out of this powerful service. Tune in to enhance your development process and learn how to be a responsible internet citizen. With Carl Lewis and Derek Tam, Software Development Manager, AWS Links - AWS CodeArtifact https://docs.aws.amazon.com/codeartifact/latest/ug/welcome.html - Recent blog posts I wrote about CodeArtifact https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/aws/category/developer-tools/aws-code-artifact/ - 83% of maven servers bandwidth is consumed by 1% of its client IP addresses, the Sonatype blog post. https://www.sonatype.com/blog/maven-central-and-the-tragedy-of-the-commons - Carl Lewis on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlglewis/ - Derek Tam on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-tam-3548987/

Join us this week on the AWS Developers podcast as we dive deep into CodeArtifact, AWS's fully managed artifact repository service. In this insightful discussion with the team behind CodeArtifact, we explore what makes this service essential for developers. Discover the myriad benefits it offers in terms of availability, security, and cost-efficiency. Did you know that 83% of Maven's public server bandwidth is consumed by just 1% of its client IP addresses? Utilizing a private artifact repository like CodeArtifact not only optimizes your workflows but also contributes to a more sustainable internet infrastructure. We'll also share expert insights and best practices for deploying CodeArtifact at scale, ensuring you get the most out of this powerful service. Tune in to enhance your development process and learn how to be a responsible internet citizen.

Dive Deep into Spatial Computing on the AWS Developers Podcast This week on the AWS Developers Podcast, we're blasting off into the future with a deep dive into spatial computing! What you'll learn: - Demystifying spatial computing: We'll unpack what it is and how it differs from traditional mobile development. - Beyond the device: Sure, the headsets and AR glasses are cool, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. We'll explore the hidden world that powers spatial experiences: 3D object creation, storage, and display - Integration with game engines - The critical backend infrastructure – secure, scalable, and cost-effective Why you should listen: Whether you're curious about this emerging field or ready to jump in and develop your own spatial app, this episode is your one-stop shop! Join us and: - Gain an understanding of spatial computing - Learn about the essential backend services needed for success on AWS - Get the inspiration and knowledge to kickstart your spatial development journey Ready to build the future? Tune in now! ## Links Here are the links to the tools, technologies, or articles we mentioned in this episode. - [AWS Spatial computing blog channel](https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/spatial/) - [A visual assets management system](https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/spatial/visual-asset-management-system-2-0-release/)

Dive Deep into Spatial Computing on the AWS Developers Podcast This week on the AWS Developers Podcast, we're blasting off into the future with a deep dive into spatial computing! What you'll learn: - Demystifying spatial computing: We'll unpack what it is and how it differs from traditional mobile development. - Beyond the device: Sure, the headsets and AR glasses are cool, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. We'll explore the hidden world that powers spatial experiences: 3D object creation, storage, and display - Integration with game engines - The critical backend infrastructure – secure, scalable, and cost-effective Why you should listen: Whether you're curious about this emerging field or ready to jump in and develop your own spatial app, this episode is your one-stop shop! Join us and: - Gain an understanding of spatial computing - Learn about the essential backend services needed for success on AWS - Get the inspiration and knowledge to kickstart your spatial development journey Ready to build the future? Tune in now!

This week's episode of the AWS Developers podcast dives into the CloudFront Hosting Toolkit, a command-line tool designed to streamline web application deployment on AWS. The podcast explores how the toolkit simplifies the process by enabling deployment to Amazon S3 with exposure through CloudFront. Additionally, it delves into the creation of an automated deployment pipeline linked to your Git repository. Listeners will gain insights into configuring advanced features like dynamic routing for the latest application version, eliminating the need for cache invalidation. The episode offers a comprehensive overview of the CloudFront Hosting Toolkit and guidance on getting started. With Achraf Souk, Edge Specialist SA, AWS and Corneliu Croitoru https://www.linkedin.com/in/achrafsouk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/corneliucroitoru/ **Links** Here are the links to the tools, technologies, or articles we mentioned in this episode. Amazon CloudFront hosting toolkit https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/networking-and-content-delivery/introducing-cloudfront-hosting-toolkit/ AWS CodePipeline https://docs.aws.amazon.com/codepipeline/latest/userguide/welcome.html Amazon CloudFront functions https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AmazonCloudFront/latest/DeveloperGuide/cloudfront-functions.html Amazon CloudFront Key Value Store https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AmazonCloudFront/latest/DeveloperGuide/kvs-with-functions.html AWS CodeBuild https://docs.aws.amazon.com/codebuild/latest/userguide/welcome.html AWS Step Functions https://docs.aws.amazon.com/step-functions/latest/dg/welcome.html Build on AWS Edge https://aws.amazon.com/developer/application-security-performance/?whats-new-cards.sort-by=item.additionalFields.postDateTime&whats-new-cards.sort-order=desc&public-talk-id.sort-by=item.additionalFields.DisplayDate&public-talk-id.sort-order=desc&blogs-id.sort-by=item.additionalFields.createdDate&blogs-id.sort-order=desc A/B Testing on AWS https://aws.amazon.com/developer/application-security-performance/articles/a-b-testing/

This week's episode of the AWS Developers podcast dives into the CloudFront Hosting Toolkit, a command-line tool designed to streamline web application deployment on AWS. The podcast explores how the toolkit simplifies the process by enabling deployment to Amazon S3 with exposure through CloudFront. Additionally, it delves into the creation of an automated deployment pipeline linked to your Git repository. Listeners will gain insights into configuring advanced features like dynamic routing for the latest application version, eliminating the need for cache invalidation. The episode offers a comprehensive overview of the CloudFront Hosting Toolkit and guidance on getting started.

This episode dives into the Amazon Bedrock Converse API, a new release that simplifies integrating large language models (LLMs) into your applications. We'll talk with Dennis from the AWS Developer Experience team about how Converse tackles common integration challenges, and explores the concept of tools for unlocking new orchestration capabilities for LLMs. By the end, you'll be equipped to get the most out of foundation models on Amazon Bedrock. With Dennis Traub, Developer Advocate, AWS Links ----- Here are the links to the tools, technologies, or articles we mentioned in this episode. Amazon Bedrock Converse API - https://docs.aws.amazon.com/bedrock/latest/userguide/conversation-inference.html A developer’s guide to Bedrock’s new Converse API (Dennis’ blog post series) - https://community.aws/content/2dtauBCeDa703x7fDS9Q30MJoBA/amazon-bedrock-converse-api-developer-guide Getting started with the Amazon Bedrock Converse API (James blog posts series, showing tools in action) - https://community.aws/content/2hHgVE7Lz6Jj1vFv39zSzzlCilG/getting-started-with-the-amazon-bedrock-converse-api?lang=en Another blog post about using tools with converse API, Davide Gallitelli - https://dgallitelli95.medium.com/amazon-bedrock-explained-with-memes-converse-api-and-tool-usage-w-anthropic-claude-3-001c341347ca Dennis’ example to use tools (in python) : the page from the Amazon Bedrock documentation and the full source code on GitHub - https://docs.aws.amazon.com/bedrock/latest/userguide/bedrock-runtime_example_bedrock-runtime_Scenario_ToolUseDemo_AnthropicClaude_section.html https://github.com/awsdocs/aws-doc-sdk-examples/tree/main/python/example_code/bedrock-runtime/cross-model-scenarios/tool_use_demo

Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation from the AWS Summit in Stockholm with Matt Houghton, an AWS Ambassador and Community Builder. Matt shares insights on his team at CDL and their monumental achievement of migrating 600 Oracle databases to RDS Postgres. 🗂️💡 Tune in to hear how they convert schemas, modified applications, migrate data, and automated the whole process. But most importantly hear how Oracle DBAs were involved and how they job moved from DBA to Data engineers? 🤔 Don't miss out! 🎧 #AWS #CloudComputing #AWSCommunity #TechPodcast #DatabaseMigration #AWSDevelopers CDL https://www.cdl.co.uk/ Matt Houghton on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-houghton-06b59010a/ Matt's session at AWS re:Invent 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gpEbbx2Hy0 AWS RDS Prescriptive Guidance - Amazon RDS Monitoring and Alerting https://docs.aws.amazon.com/prescriptive-guidance/latest/amazon-rds-monitoring-alerting/overview.html AWS Schema Conversion Tool https://aws.amazon.com/dms/schema-conversion-tool/ Qlik Data Capture https://www.qlik.com/us/change-data-capture/data-capture AWS Database Migration Service https://aws.amazon.com/dms/ Migration Oracle databases to Amazon RDS, a tutorial https://aws.amazon.com/tutorials/move-to-managed/migrate-oracle-to-amazon-rds/ Training at a Cloud Guru https://www.pluralsight.com/cloud-guru Seb, the new host of this show https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastienstormacq/

This episode dives into the Amazon Bedrock Converse API, a new release that simplifies integrating large language models (LLMs) into your applications. We talk with Dennis from the AWS Developer Experience team about how Converse tackles common integration challenges, and explores the concept of tools for unlocking new orchestration capabilities for LLMs. By the end, you'll be equipped to get the most out of foundation models on Amazon Bedrock.

Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation from the AWS Summit in Stockholm with Matt Houghton, an AWS Ambassador and Community Builder. Matt shares insights on his team at CDL and their monumental achievement of migrating 600 Oracle databases to RDS Postgres. 🗂️💡 Tune in to hear how they convert schemas, modified applications, migrate data, and automated the whole process. But most importantly hear how Oracle DBAs were involved and how they job moved from DBA to Data engineers? 🤔 Don't miss out! 🎧 #AWS #CloudComputing #AWSCommunity #TechPodcast #DatabaseMigration #AWSDevelopers.

In this compelling episode, hosts Dave and Morgan are joined by Rebekah Kulidzan, a seasoned Go-to-Market Specialist at AWS specializing in Integration Services. Rebekah leads the charge in technical business development and strategy, enabling customers to revolutionize their applications through adoption of event-driven architectures. The conversation kicks off with an in-depth look at the role of a "Go to Market Specialist" and the essential strategies behind application modernization. Learn how tech teams leverage AWS Integration Services to meld seamlessly into domain-specific groups, boosting both agility and communication. The latter half of our episode shifts focus to the crucial balance between mental health and career growth in the tech industry. Rebekah shares her expert insights on maintaining mental wellness during career transitions. She also introduces us to the transformative work of Pathways Collective, an online coaching and mentoring platform that guides professionals through career changes, ensuring they achieve their goals while maintaining mental balance. Whether you're considering a shift into tech or simply looking to take control of your professional life, this episode serves as a vital resource to understand the dynamic interplay between technology and personal well-being. Pathways Collective – https://pathwcollective.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathwcollective/ https://www.instagram.com/pathwcollective/ https://twitter.com/pathwcollective Rebekah on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkulidzan/ Rebekah on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rkulidzan/ Rebekah on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ Rebekah on Github - https://github.com/rkulidzan/ Rebekah’s Website - https://rkulidzan.com/ Morgan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MorgantWillis Morgan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-willis-001/ Morgan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganwilliscloud Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski ** Please note ** During minutes 33 through 39 of this episode, we talk openly about mental health issues and topics related to recovery. We are speaking from our lived experience, training and research but are not medical professionals. If you identify with any of the thoughts shared and feel you would like to talk to someone, please reach out to your GP, contact Mind, or the Anxiety UK helpline. Information, services and helplines for those struggling with, or impacted by someone else’s, addiction can be found on the NHS website. ** Mental Health In The Workplace: The High Cost Of Depression - https://www.forbes.com/sites/mariaminor/2021/01/20/mental-health-in-the-workplace-the-high-cost-of-depression/ Application Integration on AWS - https://aws.amazon.com/products/application-integration/ EventStorming - https://aws-samples.github.io/eda-on-aws/eventstorming/ Application Integration and Open Source on AWS - https://github.com/rkulidzan/awesome-app-integration Serverlessland - https://serverlessland.com/search?search=integration Serverlessland Step Functions and Integration Services - https://serverlessland.com/content/service/step-functions/guides/integrating-step-functions-with-containerized-workloads/10-introduction Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f8bf7630-2521-4b40-be90-c46a9222c159/aws-developers-podcast RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:994363549/sounds.rss

In the grand finale of our six-part AWS Certification Exam Prep Series, join hosts Dave and Caroline as they chat with Anya Derbakova, a Senior Startup Solutions Architect at AWS, known for weaving social media magic, and Ted Trentler, a Senior AWS Technical Instructor with a knack for simplifying the complex. We journey beyond the technical realms to explore the treasure trove of resources provided by AWS to ensure your success in the Solutions Architect Associate Exam. This episode not only serves as your ultimate guide to the best study resources but also recaps the invaluable insights shared throughout our series. Embark on this final venture with us as we delve into the extensive array of free and paid resources designed to elevate your learning experience, from interactive labs and digital badges to comprehensive guides and community support. Whether you're starting your AWS journey or looking to validate and showcase your skills, AWS offers an ecosystem of learning paths tailored to your aspirations. In this episode, we highlight: • AWS Skill Builder's extensive library of lessons and labs, coupled with an affordable paid tier for enhanced learning. • Cloud Quest and AWS Educate, offering free labs and credits to kickstart your journey. • The definitive AWS Solutions Architect Ramp Up Guide for a structured learning approach. • Leveraging AWS Free Tier and workshops for hands-on experience and building real-world projects. • The significance of community engagement through AWS User Groups, Summits, and Twitch shows for interactive learning and networking. • Practical advice on exam registration, understanding the certification lifecycle, and strategies for recertification to maintain your credentials. Join us as we consolidate our learnings, reinforce our preparation strategies, and set our sights on not just passing the exam but becoming proficient AWS builders. Let's architect our success together! Anya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadderbakova/ Ted on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ttrentler Ted on LinkedIn: https://linkedin/in/tedtrentler Caroline on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carolinegluck Caroline on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgluck/ Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski AWS Educate - Gives $50 in signup credits: https://aws.amazon.com/education/awseducate/ AWS Cloud Quest: https://aws.amazon.com/training/digital/aws-cloud-quest/ AWS Solutions Architect Ramp Up Guide - Has both free and Paid for learning. https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/ramp-up_guides/Ramp-Up_Guide_Architect.pdf AWS Free Tier Accounts: https://aws.amazon.com/free/ - AWS Workshops: https://workshops.aws/ Get some digital Bling while you learn with Digital Badges from Credly: https://community.aws/content/2amRr40y98o4lrV7n2YJHKTszso/validate-your-aws-cloud-knowledge-with-aws-learning-knowledge-badges Don’t just get certified be a builder! Builders Build! Build something that interests you - A Wordpress blog, A Minecraft server. ML object analysis of your drone video. Look at the cloud resume challenge for AWS by Forrest Brazeal https://cloudresumechallenge.dev/docs/the-challenge/aws/ AWS on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/aws Use Party Rock (Gen A)I as a study Buddy: https://partyrock.aws/u/tedtrent/KQtYIhbJb/Solutions-Architect-Study-Buddy AWS Educate: https://aws.amazon.com/education/awseducate/ Serverlessland: https://serverlessland.com/ AWS Global Summits - https://aws.amazon.com/events/summits Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669 RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:994363549/sounds.rss

Welcome to part five in the AWS Certification Exam Prep Mini-Series! Whether you're an aspiring cloud enthusiast or a seasoned developer looking to deepen your architectural acumen, you've landed in the perfect spot. In this six-part saga, we're demystifying the pivotal role of a Solutions Architect in the AWS cloud computing cosmos. In this episode, Dave and Caroline chat with Anya Derbakova, a Senior Startup Solutions Architect at AWS, known for weaving social media magic, and Ted Trentler, a Senior AWS Technical Instructor with a knack for simplifying the complex. Unravel the strategies and best practices for designing cost-optimized architectures on AWS. Covering 20% of the exam's scored content, this episode zeroes in on maximizing efficiency and reducing costs across your cloud infrastructure. Discover the art of balancing performance with cost-effectiveness as we delve into AWS cost management services, cost-optimized storage and compute solutions, and the nuances of designing database and network architectures that won't break the bank. In this episode, you'll learn about: • Utilizing AWS cost management service features and tools, including cost allocation tags, multi-account billing, and the AWS Free Tier. • Designing cost-optimized storage solutions with AWS services like Amazon FSx, EFS, S3, and EBS, including data lifecycle policies and backup strategies. • Rightsizing and optimizing compute resources to meet your workload requirements efficiently, from instance selection to utilizing serverless and distributed compute strategies. • Strategies for cost-optimized database solutions, focusing on caching, data retention, capacity planning, and replication to enhance performance while managing costs. • Crafting network architectures that minimize costs associated with data transfer, leveraging AWS services and features to reduce expenses while maintaining robust connectivity. Whether you're fine-tuning existing systems or building from the ground up, we'll provide you with the tools and insights to make cost-aware decisions without sacrificing functionality! Anya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadderbakova/ Ted on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ttrentler Ted on LinkedIn: https://linkedin/in/tedtrentler Caroline on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carolinegluck Caroline on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgluck/ Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski AWS SAA Exam Guide - https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-sa-assoc/AWS-Certified-Solutions-Architect-Associate_Exam-Guide.pdf Party Rock for Exam Study - https://partyrock.aws/u/tedtrent/KQtYIhbJb/Solutions-Architect-Study-Buddy All Things AWS Training - Links to Self-paced and Instructor Led https://aws.amazon.com/training/ AWS Skill Builder – Free CPE Course - https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/course/134/aws-cloud-practitioner-essentials AWS Free Workshops - https://workshops.aws/ Running a Minecraft server on Amazon ECS with Spot Pricing: https://github.com/vatertime/minecraft-spot-pricing Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1065378 Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/PC:1001065378 TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/AWS-Developers-Podcast-p1461814/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f8bf7630-2521-4b40-be90-c46a9222c159/aws-developers-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjk5NDM2MzU0OS9zb3VuZHMucnNz RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:994363549/sounds.rss

Welcome to part four in the AWS Certification Exam Prep Mini-Series! Whether you're an aspiring cloud enthusiast or a seasoned developer looking to deepen your architectural acumen, you've landed in the perfect spot. In this six-part saga, we're demystifying the pivotal role of a Solutions Architect in the AWS cloud computing cosmos. In this fourth episode, Caroline and Dave chat again with Anya Derbakova, a Senior Startup Solutions Architect at AWS, known for weaving social media magic, and Ted Trentler, a Senior AWS Technical Instructor with a knack for simplifying the complex. Together, we will step into the realm of performance, where we untangle the complexities of designing high-performing architectures in the cloud. We dissect the essentials of high-performing storage solutions, dive deep into elastic compute services for scaling and cost efficiency, and unravel the intricacies of optimizing database solutions for unparalleled performance. Expect to uncover: • The spectrum of AWS storage services and their optimal use cases, from Amazon S3's versatility to the shared capabilities of Amazon EFS. • How to leverage Amazon EC2, Auto Scaling, and Load Balancing to create elastic compute solutions that adapt to your needs. • Insights into serverless computing paradigms with AWS Lambda and Fargate, highlighting the shift towards de-coupled architectures. • Strategies for selecting high-performing database solutions, including the transition from on-premise databases to AWS-managed services like RDS and the benefits of caching with Amazon ElastiCache. • A real-world scenario where we'll navigate the challenge of processing hundreds of thousands of online votes in minutes, testing your understanding and application of high-performing AWS architectures. Whether you're dealing with vast amounts of data, requiring robust compute power, or ensuring your architecture can handle peak loads without a hitch, we've got you covered! Anya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadderbakova/ Ted on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ttrentler Ted on LinkedIn: https://linkedin/in/tedtrentler Caroline on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carolinegluck Caroline on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgluck/ Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski AWS SAA Exam Guide - https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-sa-assoc/AWS-Certified-Solutions-Architect-Associate_Exam-Guide.pdf Party Rock for Exam Study - https://partyrock.aws/u/tedtrent/KQtYIhbJb/Solutions-Architect-Study-Buddy All Things AWS Training - Links to Self-paced and Instructor Led https://aws.amazon.com/training/ AWS Skill Builder – Free CPE Course - https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/course/134/aws-cloud-practitioner-essentials AWS Skill Builder – Learning Badges - https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/public/learning_plan/view/1044/solutions-architect-knowledge-badge-readiness-path AWS Usergroup Communities: https://aws.amazon.com/developer/community/usergroups Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1065378 Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/PC:1001065378 TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/AWS-Developers-Podcast-p1461814/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f8bf7630-2521-4b40-be90-c46a9222c159/aws-developers-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjk5NDM2MzU0OS9zb3VuZHMucnNz RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:994363549/sounds.rss

Welcome to part three in the AWS Certification Exam Prep Mini-Series! Whether you're an aspiring cloud enthusiast or a seasoned developer looking to deepen your architectural acumen, you've landed in the perfect spot. In this six-part saga, we're demystifying the pivotal role of a Solutions Architect in the AWS cloud computing cosmos. In this third episode, join Caroline and Dave as they host a riveting discussion with two cloud virtuosos - Anya Derbakova, a Senior Startup Solutions Architect at AWS, known for weaving social media magic, and Ted Trentler, a Senior AWS Technical Instructor with a knack for simplifying the complex. Together, they embark on a narrative journey through the clouds, sharing their personal paths to mastering AWS, elucidating the essence of the Solutions Architect role, and breaking down the AWS Certification labyrinth. Expect to uncover: Overview of Exam Domain 2: Design Resilient Architectures (26% of scored test content): • Emphasis on designing scalable and loosely coupled architectures. • Introduction to API creation and management. • Utilization of AWS managed services for efficiency. • Principles of microservices design for robust applications. • Strategies for horizontal and vertical scaling. • Understanding of load balancing techniques. • Comparison of storage types: Object, Block, File. Designing Highly Available and/or Fault-Tolerant Architectures: • Exploration of AWS global infrastructure: Availability Zones, AWS Regions, Amazon Route 53. • Basics of networking concepts, including route tables. • Disaster recovery (DR) strategies: backup and restore, pilot light, warm standby, active-active failover, RPO, RTO. • Immutable infrastructure for consistent deployment. • Storage options and their characteristics: durability, replication. • Enhancing workload visibility with tools like AWS X-Ray. Sample Exam Question: • Scenario involving a two-tier application architecture with resilience considerations, focusing on EC2 instances across public and private subnets within a single Availability Zone. This series is your beacon through the fog of cloud computing, illuminating the path to AWS mastery. Whether you're aiming to elevate your career, transition roles, or simply quench your curiosity about the cloud, tune in to transform your understanding of AWS and gear up for success in the Solutions Architect realm. Anya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadderbakova/ Ted on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ttrentler Ted on LinkedIn: https://linkedin/in/tedtrentler Caroline on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carolinegluck Caroline on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cgluck/ Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski AWS SAA Exam Guide - https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-sa-assoc/AWS-Certified-Solutions-Architect-Associate_Exam-Guide.pdf Party Rock for Exam Study - https://partyrock.aws/u/tedtrent/KQtYIhbJb/Solutions-Architect-Study-Buddy All Things AWS Training - Links to Self-paced and Instructor Led https://aws.amazon.com/training/ AWS Skill Builder – Free CPE Course - https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/course/134/aws-cloud-practitioner-essentials AWS Skill Builder – Learning Badges - https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/public/learning_plan/view/1044/solutions-architect-knowledge-badge-readiness-path AWS Well-Architected Framework - https://docs.aws.amazon.com/wellarchitected/latest/framework/welcome.html Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669