AWS CDK Training Overview
The AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) is an open-source framework for defining cloud infrastructure using popular programming languages like TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Java, C#, and Go. This course introduces participants to the core concepts of CDK and teaches them to model, deploy, and manage cloud resources effectively. Participants learn to leverage CDK to create reusable infrastructure code and embrace modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. This class uses the Python programming language.
Location and Pricing
Accelebrate offers instructor-led enterprise training for groups of 3 or more online or at your site. Most Accelebrate classes can be flexibly scheduled for your group, including delivery in half-day segments across a week or set of weeks. To receive a customized proposal and price quote for private corporate training on-site or online, please contact us.
In addition, some courses are available as live, instructor-led training from one of our partners.
Objectives
- Understand the foundational principles of AWS CDK and its purpose
- Define and deploy AWS infrastructure using CDK
- Understand CDK constructs, stacks, and app structures
- Troubleshoot common CDK deployment issues
Prerequisites
All participants must have a fundamental knowledge of AWS Cloud and Python.
Outline
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Introduction to CDK
- What is the AWS CDK?
- Supported programming languages and prerequisites
- Key components: constructs, stacks, and apps
CDK Basics
- Bootstrapping a CDK project
- Defining a basic stack
- Synthesizing CloudFormation templates with cdk synth
- Deploying stacks with cdk deploy
Working with Constructs
- L1 (low-level): CloudFormation resources
- L2 (high-level): Simplified resources
- L3 (patterns): Complex, reusable patterns
Reusability and Best Practices
- Organizing constructs into reusable patterns
- Using context variables and environment configuration
- Understanding CDK Pipelines for CI/CD integration
Advanced Topics and Troubleshooting
- Exploring the CDK Toolkit (cdk diff, cdk destroy)
- Debugging deployment issues
- Understanding CDK dependencies and resource relationships
- Introducing CDK Aspects for cross-cutting concerns
Conclusion
Training Materials
All CDK training attendees receive comprehensive courseware.
Software Requirements
Attendees will not need to install any software on their computers for this class. The class will be conducted in a remote environment that Accelebrate will provide; students will only need a local computer with a web browser and a stable Internet connection. Any recent version of Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome will work well.
