AWS Podcast

Simon and Jillian cover all things new and interesting! Chapters: 00:35 AWS Marketplace 01:05 Analytics 03:28 Application Integration 04:23 Artificial Intelligence 06:07 Compute 08:46 Customer Engagement 12:30 Databases 16:41 Developer Tools 19:09 End User Computing 20:31 Internet of Things 21:27 Management & Governance 23:52 Media Services 26:47 Security, Identity, & Compliance 27:08 Storage Shownotes: https://d29iemol7wxagg.cloudfront.net/690ExtendedShownotes.html

In this episode, Simon Elisha and Brett Looney dive deep into the AWS Transit Gateway, a cloud-scale router that connects VPCs and other networking resources in AWS. They explain how Transit Gateway works, its advantages over VPC peering, and its scalability and resilience. They also touch on concepts like attachments, route tables, and VRF (virtual routing and forwarding). The conversation highlights the benefits of Transit Gateway for both experienced network administrators and newcomers to networking in the cloud. https://aws.amazon.com/transit-gateway

Jillian flies solo for this update show with things news and improved. Chapters: 00:27 Analytics 01:03 Artificial Intelligence 03:09 Compute 04:37 Cost Management 05:10 Customer Engagement 05:28 Databases 06:58 Developer Tools 07:30 End User Computing 07:55 Front-End Web and Mobile 08:16 Internet of Things 10:08 Management and Governance 11:07 Media Services 11:53 Migration and Modernization 13:10 Security, Identity and Compliance 13:22 Storage Shownotes: https://d29iemol7wxagg.cloudfront.net/688ExtendedShownotes.html

In this conversation, Jillian Forde interviews Dave Bechberger, Principal Graph Architect at AWS, where they talk through the fundamentals of graphs and their applications. This is a wide ranging conversation on graphs from their use cases in generative AI, choosing between Amazon OpenSearch and Amazon Neptune and how to get started building your first graph in AWS.

Dive into the latest AWS innovations! Discover enhancements in analytics with direct query for Amazon QuickSight. Explore advancements in artificial intelligence and application integration, including improved performance for developers. Learn about new compute options and customer engagement features like automation in Amazon Connect. Uncover the latest in database services, focusing on tag-based permissions for better control. Plus, find out about exciting updates across various AWS services that enhance security and performance!

Colm MacCárthaigh, Vice President and Distinguished Engineer at AWS, discusses his tech journey and pivotal projects at Amazon. He shares how the Commodore 64 ignited his passion for computing and gaming. Colm elaborates on the complex development of a European sovereign cloud, emphasizing regulatory challenges and security. He dives into operational excellence at AWS, particularly during crises, and reveals insights on the patent creation process. Plus, he merges his love for music with technology, sharing strategies for coding and presentations.

Simon, a savvy AWS commentator, and Jillian, a tech expert, dive into the latest AWS capabilities. They discuss exciting advancements in artificial intelligence, including Amazon Bedrock's cross-region inference. Enhancements for customer engagement are spotlighted, with revamped tools like Amazon Connect. The duo highlights new features in databases and networking, showcasing AWS's commitment to innovation. They also touch on security updates that cater to evolving needs, ensuring developers are well-equipped for the future.

Danielle Rios, the Acting CEO of Totogi, shares her insights on her company's incredible achievement of onboarding 23 million customers in just 18 days with the help of AWS technology. She highlights how they swiftly adapted cloud solutions during a humanitarian crisis, restoring essential communications. The conversation also dives into the challenges of transitioning to cloud platforms and the role of AWS services like DynamoDB in building scalable systems. Additionally, Danielle discusses the impact of generative AI on innovation in regulated industries.

Discover the latest buzz in AWS, from marketplace innovations to analytics enhancements. The hosts dive into exciting developments in artificial intelligence, including new tools like Amazon Titan Image Generator V2. Learn about updates in developer tools that improve integration and automation. Migration advancements spotlight new pricing options and private IPv6 addressing. Plus, hear about security boosts from AWS Cognito, including measures to prevent password issues. A rich exploration of AWS's ever-evolving landscape awaits!

In this discussion, Jason Hunter, an AWS Principal Specialist Solutions Architect, offers insights into maximizing Amazon DynamoDB's capabilities. He unpacks the database's scalable architecture and contrasts it with traditional systems. Jason highlights the Time to Live (TTL) feature for automated data management and shares how global tables enhance latency and disaster recovery. The talk dives into streaming data integration, troubleshooting strategies, and innovative capacity management techniques, ensuring listeners can optimize their DynamoDB usage effectively.