Tips

Tips

• Review AWS Quick Starts for third-party integrations

  AWS Quick Starts integrations use CloudFormation templates to automate deployment of popular technologies from Tableau and IBM, among others. Learn how this 'AWS App Store' works.  Continue Reading

• Secure Lambda functions and meet cloud compliance standards

  While AWS Lambda itself is secure, users are responsible for the functions they run with the service. Set up CloudWatch, KMS and other safeguards to meet standards.  Continue Reading

• IT skills shortage leads to AWS certification demand

  AWS certifications help engineers advance their careers and help businesses find qualified candidates. Learn why demand for certifications is on the rise and how to get and stay certified.  Continue Reading

• 6 AWS Config managed rules for secure resource configurations

  Introduce these 6 managed rules for AWS Config to boost your organization's cloud security and maintain compliance across resource configurations.  Continue Reading

• 3 AWS infrastructure management tools to expedite DevOps adoption

  Make the switch to a declarative infrastructure management model on AWS. Deploy tools such as CloudFormation and CodeCommit to boost your DevOps approach.  Continue Reading

• AWS Pricing Calculator promises better cost estimates, with limitations

  Quickly generate cost estimates for your cloud with the AWS Pricing Calculator. Find out how it could help you budget, as well as how it stacks up to other pricing tools.  Continue Reading

• Storage Gateway basics to set an AWS hybrid storage strategy

  AWS Storage Gateway deploys a gateway that connects on-premises tasks and applications to the AWS cloud. This sets your IT infrastructure up for disaster recovery and backup.  Continue Reading

• Access and modify data for mobile apps with AWS AppSync

  Consider AWS AppSync to support mobile app development. Look into key features, such as real-time updates and in-app data querying, to determine if the service is right for your apps.  Continue Reading

• Set and track backup activity with the AWS Backup service

  AWS Backup service configures, tracks and manages backups across multiple data storage services. It can save time and resources, but still has limitations.  Continue Reading

• Bookmark the latest top tips on AWS cloud development tools

  Catch up on recent expert advice about important AWS updates for developers, including Step Functions integrations, expanded Lambda functionality and the release of Amazon Corretto.  Continue Reading

• Quick steps to enable AWS multifactor authentication

  AWS secures the underlying infrastructure, but organizations are responsible for locking down account access and integrity. Here are a few simple ways to establish MFA on AWS.  Continue Reading

• DocumentDB vs. DynamoDB: Compare AWS NoSQL databases

  Infrastructure and cost management will be key factors if you have to decide between DocumentDB and DynamoDB. Learn how the two AWS document database services differ.  Continue Reading

• Centralize DevOps and development on AWS with CodeStar

  Learn how to set up AWS CodeStar to centralize your dev toolchain. The service is built to be a place for developers to start, monitor and finish software projects.  Continue Reading

• Oracle vs. AWS: Compare cloud databases, PaaS and SaaS

  Oracle and AWS gear their clouds toward different users, so it's important to know where your organization falls. See which database, PaaS and SaaS options match your requirements.  Continue Reading

• Decide if Amazon Corretto is the best fit for Java devs on AWS

  AWS plans to support Java developers with Corretto, its OpenJDK distribution with longer free support than what Oracle offers. Decide if it's the right fit for your AWS workloads.  Continue Reading