Category: Public Sector
Developing a Serverless GPS Tracking and Notification Solution
by Michael Johnson
on 18 NOV 2019
in Amazon API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Developer Tools, Education, Government, Nonprofit, Open Source, Public Sector, Technical How-to
To address some challenges I encountered with my family, specifically the need to monitor a child’s location, I set out to create a serverless GPS tracking system. Traditional GPS tracking solutions often come with significant costs due to licensing digital maps from third-party providers and the need for continuous server operation. Many existing GPS systems are tied to proprietary devices, limiting user choice. My response was to construct my very own serverless GPS monitoring and alerting system. For more information on similar topics, check out this insightful blog post.
FIRST® Links K12 Students with Cloud Technologies for Robotics Competitions via AWS Educate
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 15 NOV 2019
in AWS Educate, Education, K12, Public Sector, Robotics
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has partnered with FIRST®, a global robotics community, to launch a program that offers students access to cloud-related learning materials covering topics from data storage to machine learning. The AWS Educate initiative is now available to all volunteer mentors and students aged 14 and above participating in the FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Tech Challenge.
New Collaboration with Ellucian and AWS to Expedite Cloud Transformation in Higher Education
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 15 NOV 2019
in Education, Higher Education, Public Sector
Ellucian has introduced a new collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) aimed at simplifying and accelerating the digital transformation and cloud migration process for higher education institutions. The Cloud Acceleration program is available for a limited time to all Ellucian Banner and Ellucian Colleague on-premises customers considering a move to the cloud during 2020.
Top Five Best Practices for Building .NET Applications on AWS
by Sarah Thompson
on 14 NOV 2019
in .NET, Best Practices, Developer Tools, Education, Government, Nonprofit, Open Source, Public Sector
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has extensive experience in running .NET applications and provides developers with the necessary resources to build, test, deploy, and manage their .NET applications effectively. Consider attending our on-demand webinars to gain insights on migrating and developing serverless or container-based applications on AWS. For those new to AWS, it is essential to understand the tools and resources available. For further guidance, visit this authority on the subject.
AWS and CITE Reinforce Commitment to Student Data Privacy with California AB 1584 Compliance Addendum
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 13 NOV 2019
in Compliance, EdTech, Education, Higher Education, K12, Public Sector
This month, AWS and the California IT in Education (CITE, formerly CETPA) released the new California AB 1584 Compliance Addendum. This addendum is a contractual addition available to AWS customers in California who must confirm adherence to California Assembly Bill 1584 (AB 1584) as stipulated in California Education Code Section 49073.1.
AWS Educate Partners with Chegg to Facilitate Transition from Learning to Employment
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 12 NOV 2019
in AWS Educate, EdTech, Education, Public Sector
Chegg, a prominent educational software company, has teamed up with AWS Educate to launch a new initiative that expedites the transition from learning to earning for students. Through this collaboration, Chegg students can take skill assessments that identify potential gaps and connect them with suitable AWS Educate cloud curricula, enhancing their preparedness for in-demand cloud computing careers. This partnership extends AWS Educate resources to Chegg’s growing student membership of over 14 million.
Inspiring Future Cloud Professionals During the Hour of Code
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 12 NOV 2019
in AWS Educate, Education, K12, Public Sector
The Hour of Code is approaching! Amazon Future Engineer, AWS, and AWS Educate are coming together to encourage children worldwide to explore computer science through Code.org’s Hour of Code – all powered by AWS. This event will take place during Computer Science Education Week, from December 9 to 15.
In Recognition of Veterans Day: Workforce Development Resources and Job Opportunities at AWS for Veterans
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 11 NOV 2019
in Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
In 2016, Amazon publicly committed to hiring and training military veterans and their spouses. As part of that commitment, we pledged to employ 25,000 military veterans and spouses (many of whom will join us at AWS) by 2021. Currently, Amazon employs over 21,000 veterans and military spouses in various full- and part-time positions across the U.S. Learn more about the programs, training, and resources available for veterans and their families.
What You Need to Know (Part 2): The Public Sector Guide to Everything Else at re:Invent 2019
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 08 NOV 2019
in AWS re:Invent, Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector, We Power Tech
With re:Invent 2019 fast approaching, now is the time to finalize your schedule of technical sessions, chalk talks, and breakout sessions. While re:Invent is a large conference, the strength of the public sector community creates a more personal atmosphere. Be sure to take time to connect with colleagues, peers, and leaders in the public sector to share experiences and insights.
What You Need to Know (Part 1): The Public Sector Guide to re:Invent 2019
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 07 NOV 2019
in AWS re:Invent, Education, Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector
As we gear up for re:Invent 2019, it is crucial to stay informed about the sessions and opportunities available. This guide will help you navigate the conference and make the most of your experience.
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