Title

AWS re:Invent 2023 - What’s new in the AWS modernization tool set for Microsoft workloads (ENT316)

Summary

The session focused on modernization tools for Microsoft workloads on AWS.
Murtaza and his colleagues, Harsh and Gerald (playing the CTO role), discussed the benefits of modernization, the transformation process, and alignment with business goals.
A fictitious enterprise, an online bookstore with a.NET and SQL Server architecture, was used as a case study.
The enterprise faced challenges such as operational lags, budget constraints, and the need for modernization to leverage AI and ML technologies.
AWS offers a modernization journey that includes assessment, mobilization, and modernization phases, with various tools to assist in each stage.
Tools discussed included AWS Modernization Calculator, Migration Hub Strategy Recommendation, App2Container, Porting Assistant for.NET, and Microservice Extractor.
The session included a demo showcasing how these tools can be used to estimate costs, assess application portfolios, containerize applications, and refactor code for.NET Core.
The modernization journey was emphasized as a continuous process, with AWS providing support and tooling to help enterprises modernize their Microsoft workloads.

Modernization is a priority for many enterprises, with 84% of customers considering it a high priority within the next two years.
AWS provides a comprehensive set of tools to support the modernization of Microsoft workloads, including assessment, containerization, and database migration tools.
The modernization process is not a one-time event but a continuous journey that aligns with evolving business needs and technological advancements.
AWS emphasizes self-service and cost-effective solutions, with many modernization tools available at no additional cost, only charging for the resources used.
The session highlighted the importance of executive buy-in and the need to address cultural shifts within engineering teams to ensure successful modernization.
AWS's approach to modernization includes not only technical transformation but also organizational readiness, training, and addressing skill gaps.
The use of a fictitious enterprise in the session provided a relatable context for attendees to understand the practical application of AWS's modernization tools and strategies.