AWS She Builds Tech Skills

Master the use of generative AI-powered software agents for creating and analyzing architecture diagrams and technical documentation. Learn to work with various diagram formats, from images to diagram-as-code representations. Explore chat-based workflows that leverage Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers for enhanced capabilities. Practice integrating custom context rules, example diagrams, and en...

Join hosts MJ Zulueta and Tamara Gagliardi as they explore AI-DLC with guest Titi Ogundeji, who reveals how this transformative approach positions AI as a central collaborator throughout the entire software development lifecycle. Discover how AI-DLC differs from traditional SDLC methodologies and learn practical implementation strategies that can get your team started in just one day.

Join AWS experts Jane Ridge, Brittany Wolfrom, and Fathima Kamal as they explore Amazon Nova Act—AWS's breakthrough service for building reliable AI agents that automate browser-based workflows at enterprise scale. Through live demonstrations and practical use cases, discover how this AI-powered browser automation adapts to changing web interfaces and learn deployment strategies for QA testing, da...

Join AWS She Builds Tech Skills hosts, Brittany Wolfrom and Jane Ridge for an exclusive deep-dive into generative AI innovation with Parmida Atighehchian and Smita Bailur, expert builders and advisors from the AWS GenAI Innovation Center. Discover how leading organizations are successfully implementing AI solutions across industries and learn practical strategies you can apply today. Our guests br...

Explore how you can leverage Kiro and Q CLI to elevates the quality of what you are building in a more efficient way. On this episode we will walk through a real-world example showing how Kiro's unique design → requirements → tasks workflow can be implemented. You will learn how Kiro breaks down complex specs into manageable, precise tasks while maintaining a holistic view of the project. The Q CL...

Discover the cutting-edge world of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and how they're revolutionizing AI code assistants! Join the AWS PACE team as they share their incredible journey from internal hackathon project to releasing 30+ open source MCP servers that are transforming how developers interact with AI assistants like Amazon Q Developer. What You'll Learn: 🔧 Model Context Protocol Fundam...

Join us for a technical deep dive with Piyali Kamra, Senior Solutions Architect at AWS, as we dive into the powerful world of agentic AI using Strands Agents — a modern, flexible framework that enables developers to orchestrate intelligent workflows faster than ever. In this session, we'll introduce what Strands Agents are and how they operate within the broader agentic AI ecosystem. You'll learn...

Join us for a technical deep dive with Clare Liguori, Senior Principal Engineer at AWS, as she shares insights from her decade-long journey building critical infrastructure at AWS. Learn how Amazon approaches CI/CD at scale, and discover Strands Agents, an innovative open-source SDK that's revolutionizing how developers build AI agents. Clare reveals how Strands emerged from internal AWS teams' ne...

Transform your development process with Amazon Q Developer! In this episode of AWS She Builds Tech Skills, join hosts Tamara Gagliardi and Kandyce Bohannon as we demonstrate how to evolve a basic library management system into a user-friendly application using design-driven development principles. Watch as Amazon Q Developer intelligently adapts to project requirements, maintains consistent patter...

Listen Brittany Wolfrom MBA, PMP and Kandyce Bohannon ... We're going to dive deep into Amazon Q Developer's advanced capabilities! I'll be demonstrating how AI has evolved from basic code completion to intelligent, context-aware development partnership. What you'll see live: 🎯 Context-Aware Intelligence - Watch Q understand existing codebases and follow project-specific patterns 🚀 Full-Stack Ge...

Ever wondered how to begin your journey into cloud computing? Join Deepika Prabhakar and Brittany Wolfrom MBA, PMP for an inspiring session where we'll explore three powerful pathways to launch your AWS career. Our expert panel of AWS leaders will guide you through hands-on learning at the Skills Center, self-paced AWS Educate resources, and the comprehensive AWS Cloud Institute program. Plus, get...

Join Tamara Gagliardi and Jane Ridge for an exclusive pre-reInforce 2025 SheBuilds Innovation Spotlight, where four exceptional women builders will showcase their groundbreaking AWS projects that will be featured at the 2025 AWS reInforce conference Builder Fair. These women builders share insights into their creative processes, the challenges they overcame, and how they're using cloud innovation,...

Join Kandyce Bohannon and Ife Adeoye for an inspiring conversation with Jessica Giordano , Associate Director of Alliances at Vertical Relevance , as she shares her remarkable journey from a non-technical background to becoming a cloud technology leader. Discover how Jessica navigated her path in the AWS ecosystem through hands-on learning, from Cloud Practitioner certification to exploring CloudF...

Join Jiwon Yeom and Jigna Gandhi for our upcoming session with Jess J. , Head of Customer Operations at MoneyLion! Discover how Jess and her team are transforming customer experience — from harnessing the power of AI and building 24/7 support models to navigating the fine balance between innovation and regulation.

Join Pragya Purohit and Kandyce Bohannon for an inspiring episode with Medha Aiyah , AWS Solutions Architect and recent Golden Jacket recipient. Medha shares her journey to achieving this prestigious recognition and her passion for nurturing the next generation of tech innovators. As the founder of WEHack, she's bridging the gap between academia and industry through hackathons. Discover how Medha...

Want to ace the AWS AI Practitioner exam? Join our AWS community builders as they break down complex concepts, share insider study tips, and reveal the best resources for exam prep. Get ready for practical insights, real-world examples, and the confidence you need to crush your certification goals!

Join Jane Ridge and Kandyce Bohannon as we delve into Amazon Q Developer, showcasing how AI-assisted development can benefit developers at all skill levels. Being a new hire as a Specialist Solutions Architect on the Q Developer team, I will demonstrate key features I've recently learned about like rules.md and context windows, while Jane brings her AWS Solutions Architect perspective on how Q Dev...

Join Shilpa Bondale, Kandyce Bohannon and Jigna for our upcoming session with Cat Allday , VP of Product Management at AppFolio, as she takes us through her groundbreaking journey of implementing AI solutions in property management. In this session, Cat will: ✨ Share her experience building AI-powered products 📊 Dive into concrete metrics of success and the tangible impact AI has had 🔮 Offer a...

🎉 Excited to share that we are kicking off a new monthly series with AWS She Builds! 🎉 Each month, we’ll spotlight the latest in technology and industry trends, with insights tailored for builders, leaders, and curious minds alike. From innovations in cloud computing to stories of women shaping the tech landscape — there’s something here for everyone! For our first episode, Join Piyali Kamra and...

Ashley Hunt and Abhijeet Patil discuss how Choice Hotels modernized its logging platform to improve scalability, operational efficiency, and proactive problem-solving using open-source solutions. Ashley shares her inspiring 16-year journey from the contact center to leading cloud transformation as a Senior Product Manager. We will also highlight "Mastery," Choice Hotels' annual innovation summit,...

Join Jigna Gandhi and Kandyce Bohannon for an in-depth technical discussion with Sierra Futterman , Full-Stack Software Engineer at Hudl , as she reveals how a hackathon project became a game-changing solution in sports performance analysis. Sierra takes us through the technical journey for integrating Amazon Bedrock into Hudl’s platform, showcasing how GenAI is revolutionizing the way teams analy...

Join Deepika Prabhakar a and Kandyce Bohannon for an episode of AWS She Builds Tech Skills! This episode will be an inspiring and practical session with AWS Hero Namrata Shah , where she'll share her journey from a developer to becoming a distinguished AWS Hero and Global Head of Engineering at Nuveen. This unique session combines personal insights, career guidance, and hands-on technical demonstr...

Join Fathima Kamal and Kandyce Bohannon for an insightful conversation with Debbie Beliveau , Engineering Director and Platform Capability Owner at Hudl , a leading sports performance analysis platform. Discover how Hudl's engineering teams tackle the unique challenges of delivering video analytics to elite athletes and coaches, serving Division 1 and professional sports teams worldwide. Debbie sh...

Join us for an electrifying kickoff celebrating Women's History Month as we launch our most ambitious year yet! In the spirit of "Inspire Inclusion," we're unveiling groundbreaking initiatives that will transform your tech journey. Get ready for an action-packed hour featuring: - Game-changing program announcements - Exclusive mentorship opportunities - Inspiring success stories Whether you're a c...

In this session, our guest Pratima Singh who is a Senior ANZ Security Specialist Solutions Architect goes through the core concept of modern observability. You'll learn the differences between SLI, SLO, SLA and the golden signals to look out for.