We’re already in Week 5 of the AWS Restart program—time really flies! The short government-declared break is over, and it’s back to work and learning. Here’s how this week went for me:
Day 20 – Monday Blues & Data Security
Mondays always feel like they drag, unlike weekends that just rush by. This week started with a focus on the security lifecycle, but specifically on data security. We explored:
Who should and shouldn’t have access to data
Encryption methods for data in motion and at rest
The importance of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) of data
Data security is crucial whether you’re a business or an individual; no one wants the wrong hands on their sensitive information.
Day 21 – Access Management & Firewalls
Today was all about permissions and access control. Just like you don’t allow everyone into your personal space, not everyone should have access to your resources.
We also touched on network firewalls: a critical defense against malicious actors who might try to sneak malware into your infrastructure.
Day 22 – Monitoring & Logging
This day moved a bit slower, but we dug deeper into security, monitoring, and logging. I discovered tools I’d never used before:
CloudWatch for monitoring.
Macie for data classification and security.
CloudTrail and Config for logging, compliance, and trailing user activity.
It’s eye-opening to see how AWS provides services that help you not only secure your systems but also keep track of what’s happening.
Day 23 – Compliance Matters
Security isn’t just about tools; it’s also about legal and governance requirements. We discussed how deploying an app without understanding a country’s compliance rules could land a business in legal trouble. Clearly, compliance is as important as security itself.
Day 24 – Python & Cloud Integration
Finally, Friday! Even though the weekend mood was setting in, class went on. We were introduced to Python programming. Many of us had seen it before, but the key question was, why Python in AWS?
The answer: Python is widely used for automation, scripting, and cloud-related tasks. So, understanding it is a big plus for cloud professionals.
Resources
- How to Deploy a Kubernetes App on AWS EKS
- The Best AWS Services to Deploy Front-End Applications in 2025
- What is Backend as a Service (BaaS)? A Beginner's Guide
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