Build a cloud-powered cross-platform app with AWS Amplify (DEV304)

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Introduction

• The presenters, Sally and Olivia, are Developer Advocates at AWS.
• They will discuss how to build cross-platform applications using AWS Amplify.
• The agenda includes:
  • Brief history of AWS Amplify
  • Introduction to Amplify Gen 2
  • Extending Amplify features using AWS CDK

Brief History of AWS Amplify

• Amplify was first released in 2017 as a JavaScript library to help integrate with AWS services.
• In 2018, Amplify CLI was launched, allowing developers to generate cloud infrastructure locally.
• Amplify Hosting was also launched in 2018, providing a way to host frontend applications in the cloud.
• In 2020, Amplify Studio was introduced as a visual companion to the CLI.
• In 2021, Amplify Studio was further enhanced with data management and other features.
• In 2022, Amplify Studio received a UI building tool, allowing developers to go from Figma designs to code.

Amplify Gen 2

• Amplify Gen 2 was released with a focus on improving the existing Amplify offerings.
• Key features:
  • Ability to use TypeScript for backend infrastructure definition
  • Git-based full-stack CI/CD
  • File-based project structure
  • Sandboxes for isolated development environments
  • Tight integration with AWS CDK

Extending Amplify with AWS CDK

• Amplify Gen 2 is built on top of AWS CDK, allowing developers to extend its functionality.
• Amplify Gen 2 provides direct support for various AWS services, such as:
  • Databases (DynamoDB, Amazon RDS)
  • APIs (AWS AppSync)
  • Serverless (AWS Lambda)
  • AI/ML (Amazon Personalize)
  • Authentication (Amazon Cognito)
  • Storage (Amazon S3)
  • Real-time communication (AWS AppSync)

Live Coding Demo

• The presenters demonstrate building a travel planning application using Amplify Gen 2.
• They show how to:
  • Set up authentication with customized email and user attributes
  • Define data models and relationships
  • Implement pre-sign-up triggers using AWS Lambda
  • Utilize Amplify sandboxes for development environments
  • Integrate AI/ML capabilities using Amazon Comprehend
  • Implement storage functionality with Amazon S3
• They also showcase how to extend Amplify's functionality using AWS CDK, demonstrating the integration of Amazon Pinpoint for in-app messaging.

Conclusion

• The presenters thank the audience for their patience and provide information about the open-source project that will be available on GitHub.
• They encourage the audience to explore the Amplify documentation and provide any questions they may have.