I'm a backend software engineer who just started exploring AWS. I've got some knowledge about IAM, EC2, RDS, S3, and Lambda, but I want to know what other AWS services are crucial specifically for backend development. I'm looking to prioritize these services, and I plan to learn about others later on. Can anyone share insights on the most important services I should focus on?
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In the current landscape with microservices, learning about EventBridge and SQS is beneficial. But beyond tools, I recommend studying design patterns too. Gregor Hohpe's book on enterprise integration patterns could give you a solid foundation, which is often more valuable than just knowing specific AWS services.
Don't forget to understand how AWS costs work! Learning to use Cost Explorer is super helpful; it can save you from choosing expensive options without realizing it. For example, storing lots of small objects in cheaper S3 tiers can drastically cut down expenses. Always keep an eye on costs as you scale.
That's a great point! It's easy to overlook costs when getting caught up in setting up services.
You're on the right track with EC2, RDS, S3, and Lambda! As you delve deeper, check out ECS and Fargate for container orchestration, CloudFront for caching, and Amplify if you’re considering static hosting for frameworks like NextJS or Angular. Amplify Gen 2 also offers full-stack capabilities, making it a breeze to connect frontend and backend.
Absolutely! Understanding design patterns can really help you make better architectural choices in the long run.