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Championing CDK While Accepting the Limits of AWS with Matthew Bonig

Screaming in the Cloud

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Navigating AWS Complexity

This chapter explores the intricacies of building systems on AWS, emphasizing the frustration of integrating various components for simple tasks compared to other platforms like Namecheap or GoDaddy. The discussion highlights challenges faced while developing a scavenger hunt app, including the limitations of AWS services like Amplify and the Cloud Development Kit (CDK). Additionally, it critiques AWS's organizational structure and innovation pace, advocating for collaboration with third-party partners to enhance the overall user experience.

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