AWS for Solutions Architects

Second Edition

The definitive guide to AWS Solutions Architecture for migrating to, building, scaling, and succeeding in the cloud

Saurabh Shrivastava

Neelanjali Srivastav

Alberto Artasanchez

Imtiaz Sayed

BIRMINGHAM-MUMBAI

AWS for Solutions Architects

Second Edition

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Foreword

As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, businesses across the globe are constantly seeking new ways to leverage the latest tools and infrastructure to improve their operations. AWS has empowered organizations to achieve more agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency, enabling them to focus on their core business rather than managing infrastructure. The role of a solutions architect requires a special skill set that encompasses a breadth and depth of technological know-how, as well as the potential to link those skills back to business acumen and provide a return on investment. As AWS adoption increases, there is a growing need for professionals who can design and implement solutions on the AWS platform. Based on my 20+ years of teaching experience, "AWS for Solutions Architects" is a comprehensive guide to becoming an AWS solutions architect. This book is intended to provide a complete overview of AWS services and their applications.

Cloud computing has grown to be an essential part of contemporary company operations as the globe continues to move toward digital transformation. This book will aid readers in navigating the AWS platform's intricacies and in discovering the platform's enormous potential for development and innovation. The AWS infrastructure, security, storage, computation, networking, databases, and application services are just a few of the many areas it covers. This book has done a commendable job of addressing these topics in sixteen chapters, which offer instructions on how to create and deploy apps using AWS as well as how to enhance the efficiency and performance of AWS infrastructure.

My appreciation extends to the addition of new architectural chapters on the most recent technological environments, such as AWS IoT, ML, blockchain, and big data. The book discusses the DevOps engineer career path so concisely and in such sufficient depth that I use the content of this book in my classroom instruction, followed by exhaustive resources on examination preparation. The book is filled with real-world examples and best practices, such as cloud migration patterns (The 7 Rs), which will assist readers in becoming AWS experts.

Recent reunions with a number of my former students have made me aware of their transformation into solutions architects. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, this book will provide you with valuable information about AWS and its services. Having witnessed Saurabh's evolution from a student into the author of this book, I am confident that it will serve as a valuable resource for IT professionals, developers, and business leaders seeking to harness the power of cloud computing with AWS. I strongly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about AWS and its services, as well as those preparing for the AWS Solutions Architect certification exam. Congratulations to the author for providing the AWS community with such a valuable resource!

Dr. Siddhartha Choubey, Ph.D.

Head of Department, Computer Science & Engineering, SSTC-SSGI Bhilai

Contributors

About the authors

Saurabh Shrivastava is an accomplished technology leader and author with more than two decades of experience in the IT industry. He is currently a Global Solutions Architect Leader at AWS, where he helps enterprise customers and consulting partners on their cloud journeys. Saurabh has also led the global technical partnerships team at AWS and played a key role in launching several strategic initiatives.

In addition to his work at AWS, Saurabh is the co-author of Packt's best-selling book Solutions Architect's Handbook, and has authored several blogs and white papers on various topics, such as big data, IoT, machine learning, and cloud computing. He is passionate about the latest innovations and how they can impact our daily lives. Saurabh holds a patent in cloud platform automation and has worked as an enterprise solutions architect, software architect, and software engineering manager in Fortune 50 enterprises, start-ups, and global product and consulting organizations. With his vast experience and expertise, Saurabh is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn about cloud computing and its various applications.

Neelanjali Srivastav's extensive experience in the software industry as a technology leader, product manager, and agile coach brings a wealth of knowledge to the field. Her passion for helping customers on their data journeys to the cloud is evident in her role as a Senior Product Manager at AWS, where she evangelizes and guides AWS customers and partners in AWS database, analytics, and machine learning services.

Neelanjali is also the co-author of Packt's best-selling book Solutions Architect's Handbook, which is a valuable resource for those looking to kick-start their careers as solutions architects. With her experience leading teams of software engineers, solutions architects, and systems analysts to modernize IT systems and develop innovative software solutions for large enterprises, Neelanjali is well equipped to provide insights into the challenges and opportunities in the field.

Neelanjali's expertise in enterprise application management, agile coaching, cloud service management, and orchestration makes her a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the industry. She is dedicated to helping others learn and grow in their careers, and her contributions to the field are sure to make a lasting impact.

Alberto Artasanchez is a solutions architect with expertise in the cloud, data solutions, and machine learning. His career spans over 30 years in various industries. He is an AWS Ambassador and frequently publishes in various cloud and data science publications. Alberto is often tapped as a speaker on topics such as data science, big data, and analytics. He has a strong and extensive track record of designing and building end-to-end machine learning platforms at scale. He also has a long track record of leading data engineering teams. He has a great understanding of how technology drives business value and has a passion for creating elegant solutions to complicated problems.

Imtiaz (Taz) Sayed is a highly experienced technologist with a wealth of expertise in distributed architectures, data analytics, service mesh, databases, and DevOps. As a Principal Specialist Solutions Architect with AWS and the Tech Leader for the Worldwide Data Analytics Solutions Architecture community at AWS, Taz is skilled in developing effective strategies for data architecture, management, and analytics that enable organizations to extract value from their data.

Taz is a passionate advocate for cloud-based architectures and is committed to helping organizations harness modern technologies to achieve their business objectives. He is a well-respected figure in the technology community, having authored blogs, white papers, technical guides, and frequently speaking at industry conferences and events. Taz is known for his ability to translate complex technical concepts into easily understood language that can be comprehended by a wider audience.

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