
How to partner with AWS
Learn about the essentials of how to build, market and sell your solutions with the AWS Partner Network.
Find video learning to help your business flourish, including expertise, insight, and experience to help you and your startup connect with customers and investors, establish credibility, and set yourself apart from competitors.
How to partner with AWS
Learn about the essentials of how to build, market and sell your solutions with the AWS Partner Network.
Startup Security Baseline: Account controls
Welcome to this introduction to the Startup Security Baseline for AWS. Startup Security Baseline (SSB) is the minimum foundation for AWS users to build securely in the cloud without limiting their agility. In this course, you’ll learn how to implement the first category of SSB: account control. It includes recommendations for setting up user access, policies, and permissions, and how to monitor your account for unauthorized or potentially malicious activity.
Founder fundamentals
Building a startup is no easy feat. Understand the steps to take turning your big idea into a business.
Prepare to build
The journey to launch a product and bring it to market is not linear. Learn the recommended steps and what to do before you build.
Legal and fundraising
Learn the essentials of fundraising, hiring and compensation, and equity management that every founder should know.
Learn how to launch quickly, gather invaluable user feedback, and refine your product into a user favorite. This series was previously broadcast as a cohort based program and some of assignments may no longer be applicable.
Week 1: Understanding your customers
A deep understanding of your customers is the foundation for building a sustainable and profitable model. By understanding their world, addressing their needs, and staying agile, you’re setting your startup up for extraordinary success.
Week 1: Building your frontend
Front-end development is the face of your product: the first impression that can make or break user experience. Join us as we dive into the fast-paced world of front-end development, where the right choices can transform a good product into a great one.
Week 2: Building your backend
A robust backend is the backbone of any successful application. This introduction sets the stage for understanding the critical elements of backend architecture. You’ll learn why strategic planning is essential and discover the diverse compute options available on AWS.
Week 3: Authentication and customer management
Protecting your users’ trust is paramount. Join us as we unveil the complexities of authentication and customer data management, often hidden like the bulk of an iceberg. Learn why robust security is essential for building a thriving startup.
Week 4: Managing customer interactions
Growth is great, but it shouldn’t come at the cost of customer experience. Discover how to expand your reach without losing that personal touch.
Week 5: Building scalable distributed architecture
Ready to build a scalable architecture that can handle explosive growth? Let’s dive in. We’ll explore the foundational concepts that will transform your startup from a promising idea into a robust, scalable powerhouse.
Week 6: Choosing the right database
Choosing the right database is like picking the perfect car – it’s a journey that requires careful consideration. In this session, we’ll navigate the complexities of modern databases, exploring how they’ve evolved and the essential factors to consider when selecting the ideal data store for your startup.
Week 7: Software engineering
Ready to turn your engineering dreams into reality? Let’s dive into the world of building software with purpose. This isn’t just about coding; it’s about aligning your team’s efforts with your business goals.
Week 8: Getting started with Gen AI
Embark on an exploration of Generative AI, starting with a comprehensive overview of its diverse applications. This session lays the groundwork by detailing the basics of AI and machine learning, emphasizing the revolutionary impact of Generative AI for businesses.
Week 9: Leveraging vendors to move faster
Master the art of software procurement and watch your startup soar. We’ll dive into the world of build vs. buy, sharing real-world tips for making smart decisions that save time and money.
Week 10: Innovating iteravely post launch
Kick off your exploration of post-launch innovation with an overview of the challenges and strategies for continuous experimentation. This session emphasizes the importance of gathering and prioritizing customer feedback to guide iterative development.