Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Study Notes

The speaker, Sam, introduces himself as a multi-platform cloud architect and trainer, and is excited to discuss AWS and its services and benefits.
In 2000, requesting a new server was a complex and costly process, involving multiple validations, planning, and optimization, but with cloud technology, servers can be provisioned instantly.
AWS provides a pay-as-you-go model, where users only pay for the resources they use, making it an attractive option.
AWS offers reliability, scalability, and flexibility due to its on-demand infrastructure and design options.
AWS was launched in 2002 by Amazon, initially as a way to sell its unused infrastructure as a service.
In 2006, AWS launched its first product, and in 2012, it held a customer event to gather inputs and concerns.
By 2015, Amazon's revenue from AWS was $4.6 billion, and in 2016, it reached $10 billion.
Today, AWS has over 100 products and services available for customers.
AWS offers various services, including S3, a cheap storage option for internet backup, and data transfer products that enable seamless data collection and real-time monitoring.
Other services include EC2, a resizable computer that can be scaled up or down based on needs, Simple Notification Services, and security tools like KMS, which uses AES 256-bit encryption.
Lambda is a service that charges users only for the time it takes to execute their code, making it a cost-effective option.
Route 53 is a DNS service in the cloud that eliminates the need for a separate DNS account.
Companies like Unilever and Kellogg's have benefited from using AWS as their IT provider, enjoying easier rollouts, push-button scaling, and secure backups.
Unilever, a company spread across 190 countries, moved part of its applications to AWS to standardize its environment and support changing IT demands.
Kellogg's used AWS to analyze data quickly and respond to promotions, leveraging SAP running on HANA environment in the cloud.

Description

Discover the benefits and services of Amazon Web Services (AWS), a cloud computing platform that provides scalability, flexibility, and reliability. Learn how AWS can help businesses like Unilever and Kellogg's with their IT needs, and explore its various services such as S3, EC2, Lambda, and more.