Designing serverless applications with AWS Lambda and Java

Deploying simple serverless applications using AWS Lambda is getting easier every day, but for software architects dealing with complex systems, Lambda’s constrained execution environment seems to put it out of consideration, especially when combined with organizational technology choices like Java.

John explores AWS Lambda in depth, covering the Lambda execution environment, Lambda’s Java runtime characteristics and best practices for Java-based Lambdas, and techniques for effectively using services like Cloudwatch, DynamoDB, and Kinesis with Lambdas. Some techniques will be supported by live demos. You’ll come away with a set of best practices that will enable you to effectively architect and operate serverless applications that include Java-based Lambdas.

About John Chapin

John Chapin is a cofounder of Symphonia, a Serverless and Cloud Technology consultancy based in New York City. He has over 15 years of experience as a technical executive and senior engineer, and was previously VP Engineering, Core Services & Data Science at Intent Media, where he helped teams transform how they delivered business value through Serverless technology and agile practices. John also co-organizes the NYC Clojure meetup. Outside of Symphonia, he can be found running along the west side of Manhattan, surfing at Rockaway Beach, or planning his next trip abroad.

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