AWS Hyderabad User Group September Meetup

Join our in-person Meetup happening on Saturday, the 14th of September 2024 where we have a special guest coming all the way from Ireland! And this time, the whole meetup will be dedicated to a hands-on workshop. We’re excited to have you come be part of this learning experience. Please use the Registration button below to register for this free workshop.

Stephen Howell is a Developer Advocate at Amazon Web Services. He has over 30 years of diverse experience in software engineering, lecturing, and developer relations. At AWS, he specializes in Cloud technologies, AI engineering, and bridging the gap between academia and industry. His career has included academic roles in Dublin City University and Technical University Dublin, and technical roles in IBM, Microsoft, and AWS. His former job titles have included teacher, lecturer, software engineer, and scarecrow. Stephen is an advocate for neurodiversity awareness and improving accessibility in technology for all.

GenAI Workshop 

Coding Zen: Building a Mindful Affirmations App with Amazon Bedrock

Join us for a refreshing coding retreat where we’ll combine the power of modern cloud technology with the art of mindfulness! In this unique workshop, you’ll learn how to create “My Affirmations” – a soothing web app that delivers personalized, uplifting messages using Amazon Bedrock’s Converse API.

Perfect for both seasoned developers looking for a breather and newcomers eager to dip their toes into the world of AI, this session promises to be as calming as it is educational. We’ll guide you through:

    • Setting up a simple yet powerful web app using Vite.
    • Harnessing the potential of Amazon Bedrock’s language models.
    • Crafting prompts that generate delightful, emoji-sprinkled affirmations.
    • Implementing a user-friendly interface for instant mood boosts.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have created your very own digital sanctuary – a place where technology meets tranquility. Whether you’re stressed about debugging or just need a pick-me-up during your coding sessions, your new affirmations app will be there to remind you of your awesomeness!

So take a deep breath, clear your mind, and join us for this journey into coding mindfulness. Who knows? You might just find your inner zen while mastering the latest in cloud AI technology!

No meditation cushions required – just bring your laptop and a willingness to smile!

Prerequisites

    • A Laptop, and a working AWS account.
    • Basic familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Vite.
    • Familiarity with Node.js ecosystem (npm for package management)
    • General understanding of cloud computing principles, familiarity with AWS services (beneficial but not required)
    • Awareness of JSON data structure.
    • Experience with a code editor (ideally VS Code)
    • General awareness of what large language models are.
    • Interest in generative AI applications.
    • Ability to create or access an AWS account (limited temporary accounts available, but helpful if you have your own)

Note: While these skills are beneficial, the workshop is designed to be accessible to a range of skill levels. Beginners are welcome and will still be able to follow along, while more experienced developers can dive deeper into the concepts presented.

Registrations Closed

The number of registrations have far exceeded the capacity of the location, hence no additional registrations are being accepted. If you missed this event, please keep an eye out for our meetup next month. Those who have made it to the final attendee list will get a confirmation by Thursday/Friday. Kindly do not show up at the location if you did not receive a confirmation as security will deny entry. No exceptions.

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