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AWS re:Invent 2022 - Become an elite cloud expert and full-stack developer in 30 minutes (PRT212)

Summary

Jennifer Galvin and John Ferguson from OutSystems presented a session on becoming an elite cloud expert and full-stack developer.
They introduced OutSystems as a high-performance, low-code platform that enables cloud-native development.
The platform allows developers to build resilient, scalable, and secure applications by leveraging the cloud.
OutSystems addresses common challenges such as application backlogs, production deployment, and non-functional requirements.
The session included a live demonstration of building a clone of Instagram, named "Outstagram," using OutSystems.
The demo showcased the platform's capabilities, including visual development, integration with various systems, DevOps, and AI-assisted development.
They demonstrated how to add features like user registration, photo posting, integration with cloud services (AWS Translate, AWS Recognition), and making the app accessible in multiple languages.
The presenters emphasized the importance of OutSystems in enabling developers to focus on building applications rather than managing cloud infrastructure.

OutSystems provides a visual development environment that simplifies the application development process, making it accessible to developers with varying levels of expertise.
The platform's integration with AWS services like Translate and Recognition demonstrates its capability to enhance applications with advanced features quickly.
OutSystems' opinionated CI/CD approach and compatibility with existing CI/CD tools like Jenkins and Azure DevOps highlight its flexibility and ease of integration into existing workflows.
The platform's architecture, which separates runtime and platform services, ensures that applications can be updated without downtime, addressing a common challenge in application resiliency.
The demonstration of building a feature-rich application in a short time frame illustrates the potential of low-code platforms to significantly reduce development time and effort.
OutSystems' focus on security by default and its ability to scale globally aligns with the needs of enterprises to build secure and reliable applications.
The session showcased the potential of low-code platforms to democratize application development and enable rapid innovation.