Episodes

  • Why Arm64 Matters for AWS Developers

    Why Arm64 Matters for AWS Developers
    Oct 18 2024
    In this episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, Seb and Arthur discuss the Graviton processors and the Arm64 architecture. They explore the evolution of AWS's custom hardware, the benefits of adopting Arm architecture for AWS and developers, and the ease of porting applications to Arm64. The conversation also covers the challenges faced during migration, strategies for performance optimization, and the future of Graviton in AWS.
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    44 mins
  • Trusted Identity Propagation

    Trusted Identity Propagation
    Oct 11 2024
    In this episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, the hosts discuss trusted identity propagation with Joseph De Clerck and Raphael Koike. Trusted identity propagation (TIP) allows organizations to propagate the actual user identity downstream to AWS services. It enhances IAM roles with the actual user identity, enabling fine-grained access control and simplifying IAM role management. The benefits of TIP include improved security posture, fine-grained access control, simplified user experience, and support for various OAuth 2.0 flows. Services that currently support TIP include Lake Formation, S3 Access Grants, Redshift Query Editor, EMR Studio, Athena, and Amazon QuickSight.
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    38 mins
  • How Generative AI Can Help Developers

    How Generative AI Can Help Developers
    Oct 4 2024
    In this episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, Seb and Brooke are joined by Massimo Refere, a senior principal product manager in the Amazon Q team. They discuss how generative AI can help developers and introduce Amazon Q Developer, a generative AI assistant for work. They explore the different capabilities of Amazon Q Developer, including troubleshooting, coding assistance, and task assignment. They also discuss the conversational coding experience and the ability to customize models based on an organization's codebase. The episode concludes with a discussion on how developers can get started with Amazon Q Developer. The conversation covers topics such as the overlap between Q business and Q Developer, customization and personalization, the challenges of demoing customizations, the minimum amount of code required for customization, evaluating customized models, data security and protection, and the future direction of Amazon Q Developer.
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    51 mins
  • IAM Identity Center, Part 1

    IAM Identity Center, Part 1
    Sep 27 2024
    In this week's episode, we dive deep into the world of AWS Identity Center and explore how it changed workforce identity access management within the AWS ecosystem. Join us as we discuss the key differences between IAM and Identity Center, unraveling how this powerful service is specifically designed to manage human user access to AWS accounts. Discover the diverse use cases for Identity Center, from managing employee access to AWS accounts to providing seamless access to various AWS applications. We'll discuss the importance of choosing the right region and seamlessly integrating with your preferred identity providers. Additionally, we'll shed light on common pitfalls and scenarios to be aware of when leveraging Identity Center.
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    38 mins
  • Cracking the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Exam

    Cracking the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Exam
    Sep 20 2024
    In this episode, we dive deep into the world of AWS certifications, specifically the prestigious Solutions Architect - Professional exam. Join us as we interview Patrick, a seasoned solution architect with extensive experience in preparing for and passing this challenging certification. Patrick breaks down the key differences between the Associate and Professional levels, emphasizing the advanced knowledge and experience required for the latter. He shares valuable insights into the four domains covered by the exam: designing for organizational complexity, designing for new solutions, continuously improving existing solutions, and accelerating workload migration and modernization. We explore the intricacies of the exam format, including the types of questions, time management strategies, and the importance of understanding the AWS Well-Architected Framework. Patrick also discusses the best resources for exam preparation, such as official AWS documentation, practice exams, and his own book, 'AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional Exam Guide.' Whether you're a seasoned AWS professional looking to advance your career or just starting your cloud journey, this episode offers invaluable guidance on how to tackle the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional exam and achieve your certification goals.
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    40 mins
  • Create your document processing pipelines with project Lakechain

    Create your document processing pipelines with project Lakechain
    Sep 13 2024
    In this episode of the AWS Developers Podcast, Seb and Brooke Jamieson interview Halim Qarroum, the head of application prototyping at AWS, about the document processing pipeline. They discuss the concept of a document processing pipeline, the typical use cases for processing documents, and how Lake Chain, an open-source framework developed by Halim and his team, simplifies the process of building document processing pipelines. They also explore the architecture of Lake Chain, including the use of SQS and SNS as the messaging system, and the integration of various AWS services and open-source machine learning models. The episode concludes with a discussion on future plans for Lake Chain and how developers can contribute to the project.
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    40 mins
  • Optimizing Database Performance with Amazon RDS

    Optimizing Database Performance with Amazon RDS
    Sep 6 2024
    In this episode, we delve into the world of database performance optimization with Scott Lynn, product manager for Amazon RDS. We discuss the essential factors that can significantly impact your database performance, ensuring your applications run smoothly and efficiently. We explore effective strategies for scaling your relational databases to meet growing demands and maintain optimal performance. We also delve into the differences between provisioned IOPS, General Purpose SSD, and magnetic drives, helping you determine the best storage option for your specific workload. Discover why io2 Block Express storage is the ideal choice for demanding databases that require high performance and low latency. Join the discussion as we weigh the pros and cons of using self-managed databases on EC2 versus fully managed databases on RDS. Don't miss this informative episode! Tune in to learn how to optimize your database performance and achieve maximum efficiency with Amazon RDS.
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    31 mins
  • The architecture behind aws-news.com

    The architecture behind aws-news.com
    Aug 30 2024
    This week on the AWS Developers Podcast, we're joined by AWS Serverless Hero Luc van Donkersgoed to explore the incredible story behind aws-news.com! Luc takes us on a journey from a personal project fueled by curiosity about new APIs like Bedrock for Generative AI, to a platform with over 600 subscribed users. We'll delve into the technical behind aws-news.com, a 100% serverless architecture powered by EventBridge, Lambda, DynamoDB, and other AWS services. Join us as Luc unveils the challenges he conquered along the way, the secrets to his cost-effective operation, and how he's turned his passion project into a success story through subscriptions and sponsorships. Get ready to discover how serverless technologies empowered Luc to build a scalable platform for the future!
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    41 mins