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Automate Workflows with AWS Step Functions

Become an AWS pro by automating tasks with AWS Step Functions. Developed by AWS Solution Certified Architects, get hands-on experience with no setup, no cleanup, no hassle.

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The very fabric of an advanced society depends on code. Healthcare, commerce, industry, and government operations, all depend on complex software systems. At present, code or software runs on cloud servers. This course will provide a solid foundation to effectively use various AWS services to automate tasks. You’ll start the course by setting the stage with an exciting practical project. In the initial modules, you’ll be introduced to the core concepts of serverless computing. After that, you’ll learn the Saga Pattern and the foundations of state machines and states. Next, you’ll move on to construct a state machine using AWS templates and delve deep into the Serverless Framework. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to design, build, and manage complex serverless applications on AWS. This newfound proficiency could open up new opportunities in your career, setting you apart in the booming field of serverless computing. So, let's get started on this exciting journey!

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Proficiency in AWS Step Functions for creating, testing, and managing workflows for distributed applications

An understanding of essential AWS Step Functions’ concepts and terminologies including state machines, tasks, and activities

An understanding of AWS Lambda Functions and their capabilities

Hands-on practice developing state machines via the AWS Management Console and Serverless Framework

An overview of plug-ins for AWS Step functions

An overview of how CI/CD pipelines may be built using the above-mentioned services from Amazon

An overview of automation of infrastructure provisioning

Proficiency in AWS Step Functions for creating, testing, and managing workflows for distributed applications

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Using AWS Cloud Services

JavaScript

Database

Content

68 Lessons6 Quizzes1 Assessment

Getting Started

4 Lessons

Get familiar with AWS Step Functions, serverless computing, and automated workflows.

Introduction to the Course

Use Case for Workflow

Serverless

Quiz: Getting Started

Basics of AWS Services

10 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of key AWS services for workflow automation and scalability.

AWS Account Setup

AWS Lambda Function

Create a Lambda Function

Working with DynamoDB

Summary: Basics of AWS Services

Quiz: Basics of AWS Services

AWS Step Functions: Part I

7 Lessons

Master the steps to orchestrate complex workflows with AWS Step Functions and state machines.

The Analogy of Step Functions

Summary of AWS Step Functions: Part I

Quiz: AWS Step Functions: Part I

AWS Step Functions: Part II

6 Lessons

Break down the steps to integrate AWS SDKs, create, and manage state machines efficiently.

Native AWS SDK Integrations

Create a State Machine from AWS Templates

Create State Machine from Workflow Studio

Create a State Machine with a Callback Pattern

Summary of AWS Step Functions: Part II

Quiz: AWS Step Functions: Part II

Serverless Framework

6 Lessons

Take a look at the Serverless Framework for efficient serverless application development and management.

Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Serverless Framework Fundamentals

Anatomy of a Project and Basic CLI Commands

Create First Serverless Stack

Summary: Serverless Framework

Quiz: Serverless Framework

Practical Project Part I: Setup Project

3 Lessons

Tackle workflow automation with AWS Step Functions, integrating serverless setup and Step Functions plugin.

Introduction to Project

Setup Basic Serverless Project

The Serverless Step Functions Plugin

Practical Project Part II: Ingredient Preparation Stage

6 Lessons

Master the steps to prepare databases, configure Lambda functions, integrate, and test workflows.

Prepare the Database

Lambda Function Code

Lambda Function: Configuration

Lambda Function Testing

Add Ingredient Preparation State to Workflow

Test Ingredient Preparation

Practical Project Part III: Mixing Stage

5 Lessons

Try out creating and configuring concurrent workflows for efficient ingredient mixing using AWS Step Functions.

Lambda Function for Mixing Ingredients

Map State Configuration

Add Wait State

Add Choice State

Testing Our Flow

Practical Project Part IV: Shaping Stage

3 Lessons

Get started with integrating Lambda for shaping tasks, updating states, and testing workflows.

Lambda Function for Shaping

Add Shaping Step to State Machine

Test Shaping State

10.

Practical Project Part V: Quality Control

5 Lessons

Go hands-on with quality control in AWS Step Functions using Parallel states and API checks.

Shape Verification Setup

11.

Practical Project Part VI: Packaging

4 Lessons

Break down the steps to package and store data in AWS using Lambda and S3.

Create an S3 Bucket

Create a Lambda Function

Setup Permission, Function, and State Machine

Testing

12.

Practical Project Part VII: Polishing

2 Lessons

Solve problems in API integration and deployment using API Gateway and Blue-Green strategies.

API Gateway

Blue-Green Deployment

13.

Practical Project Part VIII: CI/CD with GitHub Actions

6 Lessons

Follow the process of integrating CI/CD with GitHub Actions to automate workflows.

CI/CD with GitHub Actions

Basic GitHub Actions Flow

GitHub Actions Basic CI Setup

GitHub Actions CD Setup

Summary: CI/CD with GitHub Actions

Quiz: CI/CD with GitHub Actions

14.

Wrap Up

1 Lessons

Approach the journey of serverless architecture with AWS Step Functions. Keep exploring.

Conclusion

Assessment

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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Daniel Aniszkiewicz

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