Developing on AWS from edX

This course teaches experienced developers how to programmatically interact with AWS services to build web solutions. It guides you through a high-level architectural discussion on resource selection and dives deep into using the AWS Software Development Kits (AWS SDKs) and Command Line Interface (AWS CLI) to build and deploy your cloud applications. You build a sample application during this course, learning how to set up permissions to the development environment, adding business logic to process data using AWS core services, configure user authentications, deploy to AWS cloud, and debug to resolve application issues. The course includes code examples to help you implement the design patterns and solutions discussed in the course. The labs reinforce key course content and help you to implement solutions using the AWS SDK for Python, .NET, and Java, the AWS CLI, and the AWS Management Console.

What you'll learn

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.

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May be a strong fit for learners already familiar with web development

Enhances technical skills by applying acquired knowledge to real-world projects

Develops and improves practical skills in working with AWS software development kits and other tools

May suit learners interested in web application development and API Gateway implementation

Incorporates hands-on labs and interactive materials to enhance practical learning

Builds a strong understanding of serverless applications and microservices architectures for learners

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

Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and maintains cloud computing systems. This course teaches skills necessary for a Cloud Architect to work with AWS, including how to architect cloud solutions, use AWS SDKs and the AWS CLI, and deploy applications to AWS.

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Software Development Manager

A Software Development Manager supervises software developers, making sure that they deliver software on time and to specifications. This course teaches the skills necessary for a Software Development Manager to lead a team of developers using AWS, including how to architect cloud solutions, use AWS SDKs and the AWS CLI, and deploy applications to AWS.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer works to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. This course teaches the skills necessary for a DevOps Engineer to work with AWS, including how to use AWS SDKs and the AWS CLI, deploy applications to AWS, and use DevOps methodology.

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Machine Learning Engineer

A Machine Learning Engineer designs, builds, and maintains machine learning models. This course may be useful for a Machine Learning Engineer who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy machine learning models.

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains data pipelines. This course may be useful for a Data Engineer who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy data pipelines.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer designs, builds, and maintains security systems. This course may be useful for a Security Engineer who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy security systems.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer designs, builds, and maintains websites and web applications. This course teaches the skills necessary for a Web Developer to build and deploy web applications to AWS, including how to use AWS SDKs and the AWS CLI.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator designs, builds, and maintains databases. This course may be useful for a Database Administrator who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy database solutions.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator designs, builds, and maintains computer networks. This course may be useful for a Network Administrator who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy network solutions.

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Mobile Developer

A Mobile Developer designs, builds, and maintains mobile applications. This course may be useful for a Mobile Developer who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy mobile applications.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager plans, implements, and manages IT systems. This course may be useful for an IT Manager who wants to learn how to use AWS to build and deploy IT solutions.

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System Administrator

A System Administrator installs, configures, and maintains computer systems. This course may be useful for a System Administrator who wants to learn how to use AWS to manage and maintain cloud-based systems.

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Technical Support Engineer

A Technical Support Engineer provides technical support to users of technical products and services. This course may be useful for a Technical Support Engineer who wants to learn how to support AWS products and services.

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IT Auditor

An IT Auditor audits IT systems to ensure that they are compliant with regulations and standards. This course may be useful for an IT Auditor who wants to learn how to audit AWS systems.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer writes documentation for technical products and services. This course may be useful for a Technical Writer who wants to learn how to write documentation for AWS products and services.

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