Do you have something you want to create but don’t have all the resources to make it happen? Maybe you don’t have access to a server, or perhaps you don’t have enough storage space to run your application.
Well, I'm here to tell you that you CAN have access to everything you need!
Let me introduce you to...
Cloud Computing
but specifically - AWS!
What is Cloud Computing?
Before diving into the topic of AWS, let's discuss what cloud computing actually is.
Cloud computing gives you the ability to use storage, run applications, and access many more services all from devices you already own.
Instead of relying on a local server in your home, you can access remote servers on the internet that handle and process data for you. Cloud computing has transformed the entire tech industry by allowing you to launch applications faster and more cost-effectively.
What is AWS?
AWS (Amazon Web Services) is the top cloud computing platform today, offering over 200 fully featured services for just about any tech-related use case. It provides all the resources you need to launch that application you’ve been wanting to share with the world.
Since these services are cloud-based, they tend to cost far less than owning and maintaining physical servers. You can store your data in the cloud using one of AWS’s data centers located all around the globe.
Top Services
With so many services available, let’s focus on a few commonly used ones.
1. Amazon EC2 - Elastic Compute Cloud
Amazon EC2 provides virtual machines that you can rent in the cloud. These work just like physical computers but are hosted by AWS. You can use EC2 to run websites, backend services, and so much more without needing any physical hardware.
2. Amazon S3 - Simple Storage Service
Amazon S3 is a highly durable, scalable, and cost-effective storage system. You can store images, videos, documents, backups, and even entire static websites. It’s extremely fast and reliable, especially when you have a large amount of data.
3. Amazon Lambda
Lambda lets you run code without managing any servers at all. It only runs your code when a request triggers it, and you are charged only for the time your code is running. Pretty neat, right?
4. Amazon RDS - Relational Database Service
RDS helps you set up and manage relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and more. There’s no need to install or maintain the databases yourself—AWS handles that for you. That frees up your time to focus on building your actual application.
5. Amazon DynamoDB
DynamoDB is AWS’s NoSQL database service. It’s extremely fast and automatically scales to handle large amounts of requests per second. This makes it perfect for backend and event-driven applications, especially when paired with AWS Lambda.
Pricing
Now that you have a basic understanding of what AWS offers, you’ll be happy to know that the cost is completely up to you!
- You are only charged when your code is running.
- If you're storing a lot of data, you may pay per gigabyte per month.
This pricing model makes AWS accessible to everyone.
Conclusion
Now you can see how AWS has changed the world for the better. It gives everyone—from casual developers to enterprise companies—access to powerful resources that once required massive budgets and dedicated infrastructure. No more home servers, expensive hardware repairs, or server rooms—unless you prefer them.
Thanks to cloud computing platforms like AWS, deploying and scaling applications is easier than ever. And for that, we can thank the developers and engineers who made this possible. Thank you!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Web_Services
https://aws.amazon.com/what-is-aws/
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/concepts.html
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AmazonS3/latest/userguide/Welcome.html
https://aws.amazon.com/lambda/
https://aws.amazon.com/rds/
https://aws.amazon.com/dynamodb/
https://calculator.aws/#/
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