Build a Serverless URL Shortener with Python & AWS Lambda

Have you been tinkering with Python and wondering how to elevate your projects using the powers of the AWS Cloud? Join me as I’ll show you how to leverage AWS Lambda, Python, Infrastructure as Code with AWS SAM & Application Composer. Dive into the world of serverless architectures and learn to build your very own scalable HTTP API. This course is tailor-made for you. We’ll harness services like AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and Route 53 for custom domains, alongside Firebase JWT Auth for securing your HTTP API. Together, we’ll guide you through creating a URL shortener service akin to Bitly.

This course is ideal for those looking to enhance their portfolio, amplify their backend skills, or simply enjoy building innovative solutions. Embark on this journey to transform your ideas into reality, elevate your programming skills, and discover how serverless technology can make your applications more efficient, scalable, and cost-effective.

Key Topics Covered:

AWS Lambda: Learn to build and deploy serverless applications.
Python: Utilize Python in the AWS ecosystem for lambda functions.
Infrastructure as Code with AWS SAM: Deploy applications quickly using SAM templates.
Application Composer: Streamline your IAC building process.
DynamoDB: Implement a serverless database for your applications.
AWS Secrets Manager: Manage and use secrets safely in your applications.
Route 53 (Custom Domain): Configure custom domains for your serverless applications.
API Gateway HTTP API: Create efficient and scalable HTTP APIs.
Firebase Auth using JWT: Secure your applications with JWT-based authentication.
Lambda Layers: Reuse code and manage dependencies efficiently.

Python Project Setup with AWS Application Composer

Update API Gateway from REST To using HTTP API

Setup Redirect Python Lambda Function

Create Custom Domain with Route 53

Setup JWT Authentication for our HTTP API

Update Create, Get API Endpoints to authenticate with JWT Token

How long do I have access to the course materials?

You can view and review the lecture materials indefinitely, like an on-demand channel.

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