Developing on AWS from edX

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Build a simple end-to-end cloud application using aws software development kits (aws sdks), command line interface (aws cli), and ides.
Configure aws identity and access management (iam) permissions to support a development environment.
Install and use amazon codewhisperer to generate code using genai within an ide.
Use multiple programming patterns in your applications to access aws services.
Use aws sdks to perform crud (create, read, update, delete) operations on amazon simple storage service (amazon s3) and amazon dynamodb resources.
Build aws lambda functions with other service integrations for your web applications.
Understand the benefits of microservices architectures and serverless applications to design.

Develop api gateway components and integrate with other aws services.
Explain how amazon cognito controls user access to aws resources.
Build a web application using cognito to provide and control user access.
Use devops methodology to reduce the risks associated with traditional application releases and identify aws services that help in implementing devops practices.
Use aws serverless application model (aws sam) to deploy an application.
Observe your application build using amazon x-ray.

Build a simple end-to-end cloud application using aws software development kits (aws sdks), command line interface (aws cli), and ides.
Configure aws identity and access management (iam) permissions to support a development environment.
Install and use amazon codewhisperer to generate code using genai within an ide.
Use multiple programming patterns in your applications to access aws services.
Use aws sdks to perform crud (create, read, update, delete) operations on amazon simple storage service (amazon s3) and amazon dynamodb resources.
Build aws lambda functions with other service integrations for your web applications.
Understand the benefits of microservices architectures and serverless applications to design.
Develop api gateway components and integrate with other aws services.
Explain how amazon cognito controls user access to aws resources.
Build a web application using cognito to provide and control user access.
Use devops methodology to reduce the risks associated with traditional application releases and identify aws services that help in implementing devops practices.
Use aws serverless application model (aws sam) to deploy an application.
Observe your application build using amazon x-ray.

Syllabus

Module 1 – Getting Started with Development on AWS

Module 2 – Getting Started with Permissions

Module 3 – Getting Started with Storage

Module 4 – Processing your Storage Operations

Module 5 – Getting Started with Databases

Module 6 – Processing your Database Operations

Module 7 – Processing your Application Logic

Module 8 – Managing the APIs

Module 9 – Building a Modern Application

Module 10 – Granting Access to your Application Users

Module 11 – Deploying your Application

Module 12 – Observing your Application

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Taught by Morgan Willis and Russell Sayers, who are sought-after leaders in the field of cloud computing

Builds a strong foundation for intermediate learners who aspire to work as cloud developers

Develops professional skills that are highly sought-after by employers, especially in the cloud computing domain

Covers key industry topics such as DevOps, serverless architecture, and microservices, which are in high demand

Provides practical hands-on experience through labs and projects, allowing learners to apply what they learn to real-world scenarios

Includes multi-modal learning materials such as videos, readings, and discussions, which cater to diverse learning preferences

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Reinforce basic programming concepts that will be used throughout the course.

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Review variables, data types, and operators.
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Gather all course notes, assignments, quizzes, and exams.
Create summaries and cheat sheets for key concepts.
Practice explaining concepts to yourself or others.

Review the basics of software development

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Read through your old notes or textbooks on software development.
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Follow tutorials on using AWS CLI

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Enhance understanding of using AWS CLI for managing AWS resources through interactive tutorials

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Identify relevant AWS CLI tutorials
Follow the tutorials and practice using AWS CLI

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Build a strong foundational understanding of the mathematical and theoretical underpinnings of computer science.

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Read assigned chapters from the book.
Attend corresponding course lectures to reinforce concepts.
Attempt practice problems on the covered chapters.

Compile a list of resources on IAM permissions

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Find a mentor who can provide guidance on AWS

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Provide students with access to additional support and guidance.

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Identify potential mentors who have experience with AWS.
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Search for online tutorials on specific topics or technologies covered in the course.
Choose reputable tutorials from reliable sources.
Follow the instructions and practice the examples provided in the tutorials.

Follow tutorials on AWS SDKs and AWS CLI

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Help students gain hands-on experience using the tools they will need for the course.

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Find tutorials that cover the specific AWS SDK and AWS CLI commands you will use in the course.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and try out the commands yourself.

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Join the course discussion forums and answer questions from other students.
Create a study group and lead discussions on specific course topics.

Build a simple web application with AWS SDK

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Develop a solid foundation in using AWS SDK to interact with AWS services and build web solutions

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Choose a simple web application idea
Set up your AWS development environment
Install and configure AWS SDK
Build the core functionality of your application
Deploy your application to AWS

Attend a workshop on AWS Serverless Application Model (SAM)

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Gain hands-on experience deploying an application using SAM and learn best practices for serverless development

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Find an AWS SAM workshop
Participate in the workshop
Deploy an application using SAM

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Develop your problem-solving and coding skills by working through coding challenges on LeetCode, a platform specifically designed to help programmers improve their coding proficiency.

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Sign up for a LeetCode account
Select a problem to solve
Implement your solution in your preferred programming language
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Problem-Solving Drills

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Identify the problem statement and understand the requirements.
Analyze the problem to determine the appropriate algorithm or data structure to use.
Implement the algorithm or data structure efficiently in your preferred programming language.
Test and debug the implementation to ensure correctness.

Complete coding challenges and exercises

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Completing coding challenges and exercises will help you improve your programming skills and prepare you for the hands-on assignments in this course.

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Find a coding challenge or exercise website or platform.
Select a challenge or exercise that is appropriate for your skill level.
Attempt to solve the challenge or exercise.
Review your solution and identify areas for improvement.

Solve coding challenges using AWS SDKs

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Provide students with opportunities to apply their skills and build confidence.

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Find coding challenges that involve using AWS SDKs.
Solve the challenges and test your code against the expected output.

Solve coding challenges using Python and AWS SDK

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Sharpen problem-solving and coding skills by practicing with Python and AWS SDK

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Find coding challenges related to AWS SDK
Solve the challenges using Python and AWS SDK
Review and improve your solutions

Build a Basic Web Application

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Demonstrate your understanding by creating a functional web application using the skills and concepts covered in the course.

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Design the layout and user interface of the application.
Implement the front-end using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Set up the back-end server using Python, Flask, or Django.
Connect the front-end and back-end to make the application functional.

Build a Sample Serverless Web Application using AWS Lambda and API Gateway

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Solidify your understanding of serverless architecture and cloud computing by building a simple web application using AWS Lambda and API Gateway. This hands-on experience will give you practical exposure to these technologies.

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Set up your AWS account and environment
Create an AWS Lambda function
Create an Amazon API Gateway API and connect it to your Lambda function
Deploy your application and test its functionality

Build a simple web application

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Choose a simple web application idea.
Design the architecture of your application.
Implement the frontend and backend of your application.
Test and debug your application.
Deploy your application to a web hosting platform.

Build a simple web application using AWS

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Allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the course material by building a real-world application.

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Choose a simple web application idea that can be implemented using AWS.
Design the architecture of your application and select the appropriate AWS services.
Implement your application using AWS SDKs and deploy it to AWS cloud.

Attend a workshop on AWS best practices

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Provide students with opportunities to learn from experts and network with others in the field.

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Find an AWS best practices workshop that aligns with your interests.
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the discussions and activities.

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Practice teamwork, problem-solving, and contribute to the broader developer community by participating in open-source projects.

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Identify open-source projects related to your interests.
Contact the project maintainers to offer your contributions.
Understand the project's codebase and workflow.
Make meaningful contributions to the project.

Build a microservices architecture for a web application

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Gain practical experience in designing and implementing microservices architecture using AWS services

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Plan the microservices architecture
Create separate services for each component
Integrate services using API Gateway
Deploy the microservices architecture to AWS
Monitor and manage the microservices

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Connect with professionals in the field, learn about industry best practices, and explore potential career opportunities.

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Identify relevant industry meetups or conferences.
Register and attend the events.
Engage with speakers, attendees, and potential mentors.

Write a blog post or article about a topic covered in this course

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Choose a topic that you are interested in and that you have learned about in this course.
Research the topic and gather information from credible sources.
Write a well-organized and informative blog post or article.
Edit and proofread your writing.
Publish your blog post or article on a platform of your choice.

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Identify and register for workshops aligned with your interests.
Attend the workshops and actively participate in the exercises.
Apply the learned techniques and knowledge to your own projects.

Participate in a hackathon or coding competition

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Participating in a hackathon or coding competition will challenge you to apply your skills in a competitive environment.

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Find a hackathon or coding competition that is relevant to your interests and skill level.
Form a team or work on your own.
Develop a solution to the challenge or problem.
Submit your solution and compete against other participants.

Mentor a junior developer or student

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Mentoring a junior developer or student will help you reinforce your knowledge and develop your leadership skills.

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Find a junior developer or student who is interested in learning about the topics covered in this course.
Set up regular meetings to work with your mentee.
Provide guidance and support to your mentee as they learn and develop their skills.
Encourage your mentee to ask questions and seek feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete Developing on AWS will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Development Manager

A Software Development Manager would be responsible for the development of enterprise-level cloud and software applications. Many businesses outsource this role to maximize the efficiency of their product development processes. This role would be an excellent next step for a graduate of this program. It would be particularly helpful to demonstrate that you can apply the management concepts from this course in a real-world environment through an internship or side project.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is a high-level role responsible for designing, planning, and managing cloud computing systems. Most Cloud Architects have a background in software development and programming. With this course, you will learn the leading cloud provider's software development kits, command line interfaces, and cloud management consoles. These tools will be essential to building your competence in this field.

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DevOps Engineer

The DevOps Engineer role is a combination of software development and IT operations. The DevOps Engineer bridges the gap between development and operations, working to improve communication and collaboration between the two teams. This course will build a solid foundation for this role by providing you with a thorough understanding of AWS Software Development Kits (SDKs), Command Line Interface (AWS CLI), and IDEs.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, develop, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot complex computer systems, including hardware, software, and networks. There is often overlap with the Cloud Architect role. This course can help you gain foundational knowledge in cloud computing by exposing you to AWS SDKs and services such as Amazon S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, API Gateway, and Cognito.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers apply engineering principles to the design, development, deployment, testing, and maintenance of software systems. With the skills you will build in this course, you could specialize as a Cloud Software Engineer, responsible for designing and developing cloud-based applications.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. This course can be helpful in a data science career by providing you with a solid foundation in AWS services such as S3, DynamoDB, and Lambda. These services can be used to store, process, and analyze large datasets.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan, implement, and oversee the use of information technology within an organization. This course can be useful for an IT Manager who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve their organization's IT infrastructure.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. This course may be helpful for a Web Developer who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the performance and reliability of their web applications.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for the maintenance and administration of databases. This course may be helpful for a Database Administrator who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the performance and reliability of their databases.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course may be helpful for a Network Engineer who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the performance and reliability of their networks.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers are responsible for the security of computer systems and networks. This course may be helpful for a Security Engineer who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the security of their systems and networks.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts analyze business needs and develop solutions to improve business processes. This course may be helpful for a Business Analyst who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their business processes.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. This course may be helpful for a Project Manager who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their projects.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software to ensure that it meets the requirements and specifications. This course may be helpful for a Quality Assurance Analyst who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the quality of their software.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation for software and other technical products. This course may be helpful for a Technical Writer who wants to gain a better understanding of cloud computing and how it can be used to improve the quality of their documentation.

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