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Introduction to Serverless Development

Join Partner Solutions Architect, Mike Deck for a discussion of how to approach building applications for the AWS Serverless platform. This course focuses specifically on the tools and practices relevant to coders. When you're finished with this course, be sure to continue your exploration of serverless development by checking out the other items in the Serverless Starter Pack.

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Introduction to Serverless Development

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches skills and knowledge relevant to industry, such as the AWS Serverless platform

Taught by an AWS Partner Solutions Architect, providing real-world expertise

Part of a Serverless Starter Pack, indicating a comprehensive approach to the topic

Suitable for coders specifically, targeting a particular audience

Assumes no prior knowledge, making it suitable for beginners

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Introduction to Serverless Development with these activities:

Find a mentor to guide your serverless development learning

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Finding a mentor can provide you with ongoing support and guidance.

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Identify potential mentors
Contact potential mentors
Meet with potential mentors
Select a mentor
Work with your mentor

Complete a tutorial on designing a serverless application

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Completing a tutorial will provide you with an opportunity to learn about the specifics of serverless development.

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Choose a tutorial
Follow the tutorial step-by-step
Experiment with the code
Deploy the application
Review the results

Design and implement a simple serverless application

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Developing a simple serverless application will help you to apply the concepts you learn in the course.

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Choose a simple application idea
Design the application architecture
Implement the application code
Deploy the application
Test the application

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Join a study group for serverless development

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Joining a study group can help you connect with other students and learn from their experiences.

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Find a study group
Attend study group meetings
Contribute to the group discussions
Help other students learn

Contribute to an open-source serverless project

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Contributing to an open-source project can help you learn from other developers and gain experience.

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Find an open-source serverless project
Review the project documentation
Identify a way to contribute
Submit a pull request
Review feedback from the project maintainers

Write a blog post about serverless development

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Writing a blog post can help you solidify your understanding of the concepts and share your knowledge with others.

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Choose a topic
Research the topic
Write the blog post
Publish the blog post
Promote the blog post

Career center

Learners who complete Introduction to Serverless Development will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a scalable and reliable cloud-based infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing concepts such as virtualization, storage, networking, and security.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, deploys, and maintains software for an organization. Software Engineers consider the business needs of the organization software will serve, then translate those business needs into technical solutions.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer bridges the gap between development and operations teams by automating and streamlining the software development process.

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Backend Developer

A Backend Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side logic of a web application.

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines. This role requires a strong understanding of data management and processing techniques.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer networks. This role requires a strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining computer systems and networks.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from security threats.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager is responsible for overseeing the IT operations of an organization. This role may involve managing hardware and software, as well as developing and implementing IT policies.

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Cloud Support Engineer

A Cloud Support Engineer provides technical support to customers of cloud computing services. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies.

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Technical Consultant

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Web Developer

A Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites and web applications.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases. This role requires a strong understanding of database management systems and technologies.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for testing and validating software to ensure that it meets quality standards.

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IT Auditor

An IT Auditor is responsible for auditing an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.

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Reading list

We've selected five books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Introduction to Serverless Development.

Serverless Architectures on AWS, Second Edition

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Provides a comprehensive overview of serverless architectures on AWS, covering key concepts, best practices, and real-world use cases. It valuable resource for developers looking to build and deploy serverless applications on AWS.

Serverless Architectures on AWS, Second Edition

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Serverless Architectures on AWS, Second Edition

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Cloud Computing

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Provides a comprehensive overview of serverless architectures, including design patterns and best practices. Suitable for architects and experienced developers.

Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology, Security &...

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Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology, Security,...

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Serverless computing in Azure with .NET

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Focuses on best practices for serverless development, including design, deployment, and monitoring. Provides practical guidance for real-world scenarios.

Serverless computing in Azure with .NET: Build,...

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Serverless computing in Azure with .NET: Build,...

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Microservices Patterns

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Delves into various serverless design patterns, helping readers understand how to architect and implement effective serverless solutions.

Microservices Patterns: With examples in Java

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Microservices Patterns: With examples in Java

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Building Microservices

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Provides a comprehensive overview of microservices architectures, covering topics such as service discovery, load balancing, and fault tolerance. It good reference for developers who are looking to build and deploy microservices applications.

Building Microservices: Designing Fine-Grained...

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Building Microservices: Designing Fine-Grained...

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Assumes no prior knowledge, making it suitable for beginners

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