I'm a web developer with experience in shared hosting like Inmotion and Hostinger, and I'm prepping to create a simple site for a client. It includes a one-page product info, a small shop, and maybe a blog. My client wants to use AWS because a friend said it was cheap and easy, especially for high traffic. I'm curious about how practical and difficult it would be for me to learn enough about AWS to set this up securely.
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AWS can effectively host your site if your software is standalone. Just keep in mind that it might not handle some of the backend tasks that shared hosting services do, which could be overwhelming if you're new to it.
While it's definitely doable with AWS, I'd suggest considering Shopify instead. It’s quicker to set up and has all the features you’d need for an online store. E-commerce can be trickier than it seems, so using a dedicated platform might save you headaches down the road. I use AWS for internal apps but stick with Shopify for my storefront.
Exactly! I really don’t want to code my own e-commerce solution.
Honestly, for your needs, Shopify is likely the best route. It simplifies everything for small e-commerce setups.
Absolutely, you can use AWS for your project, especially with a service like Lightsail that simplifies things. I recommend diving into some AWS training to better understand how it works. It'll help you make an informed decision about your setup!
Thanks for the suggestion! I realize I need to get a grasp on AWS since I have no experience with it. I’m especially concerned about managing security myself.
Got it. I’ve heard AWS might not manage as much as shared hosting providers, which is a bit daunting since I'm just starting to look into it.