NoSQL vs. SQL on AWS: Choosing Between DynamoDB and RDS (Use Cases, Pros & Cons)
When I first dove into database design in college, Fundamentals of Database Systems by Ramez Elmasri and Shamkant B. Navathe—the classic “Elmasri
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Author: Khalid ElGazzar
Power Up Your Website: A Serverless Frontend and Backend using 8 AWS services
I recently made a presentation and demo for AWS meetup titled “Building Frontend and Backend using AWS S3 & Serveless,
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Demystifying AWS: An Introductory Guide to 4 Key AWS Services
Introduction If you are thinking about creating a new system or moving your existing systems to the cloud, it is
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Unlocking the Power of AWS Notifications and Email Services for Your Business
I. Introduction As more businesses move their applications to the cloud, the need for reliable and scalable email and notification
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AWS Security Demystified: Secure Your Cloud Applications with the Shared Responsibility Model and Key Security Services
In today’s digital age, cloud computing has become a crucial component of many businesses IT infrastructure. With the increasing adoption
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GNU Linux File Permissions: Introductory Guide and Best Practices
Introduction Linux is a powerful operating system used by millions of people around the world. It is known for its
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Maximizing Your AWS Compute Power: An indepth look at EC2, ECS, Lambda, and More
What is AWS Compute? Dealing with Compute services is one of the early tasks done by any entrant into the
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Choosing the Right AWS Database: A Guide for Modern Applications
I. Introduction In today’s digital age, data is king. Whether you’re running an e-commerce website, a mobile app, or a
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10 Essential System Design Elements You Need to Know (Part 2)
Introduction In the first part of this series, I covered 5 essential system design elements, such as load balancers, proxy
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10 Essential System Design Elements You Need to Know (Part 1)
Introduction Building a scalable, efficient, and reliable system is a challenging task. You need to consider various factors such as
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