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Introduction¶ Amazon has revolutionized the way developers approach software development with its cutting-edge tools and services. One such tool is the Amazon Q Developer, a powerful solution designed specifically for developers looking to streamline their process and enhance productivity. Today, we delve into the exciting news that Amazon Q Developer introduces a new, simplified setup …

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Amazon CloudWatch has always been a powerhouse for monitoring and managing applications running on AWS, and now, it has taken another revolutionary step. With the introduction of lock contention diagnostics for Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL, understanding and resolving locking issues has never been more straightforward. This feature, which is exclusive to Advanced mode in CloudWatch Database …

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Amazon Elastic File System (Amazon EFS) now supports up to 10,000 access points per EFS file system, a transformative enhancement for developers and enterprises alike. With a strict focus on scalability and resource management, this 10x increase enables users to manage application-specific access to shared datasets more efficiently. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve …

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Amazon RDS for SQL Server supports a new minor version as of January 2025, and it’s essential to understand the key features, advantages, and implications of this update. With the release of SQL Server 2022 CU17 (version 16.0.4175.1), users can expect improved performance and enhanced security fixes. This guide provides an in-depth exploration of the …

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Introduction¶ Today, organizations are increasingly moving towards zero trust security models. AWS Verified Access has taken a significant step in this direction by announcing the general availability of its support for secure access to resources over non-HTTP(S) protocols. This feature facilitates VPN-less access to essential corporate applications and resources, allowing companies to securely manage their …

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The recent announcement that AWS Toolkit for Visual Studio Code now supports Amazon DocumentDB (with MongoDB compatibility) opens up new frontiers for developers working with cloud-native applications. This integration significantly enhances the workflow, allowing you to manage and interact with Amazon DocumentDB resources directly from one of the most popular coding environments—VS Code. In this …

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Amazon Keyspaces (for Apache Cassandra), a scalable and fully managed database service that is Cassandra-compatible, is now available in the Africa (Cape Town) Region. This development marks a significant milestone for businesses operating in Africa, allowing them to take advantage of the same robust capabilities offered by AWS’s scalable and serverless architecture. In this comprehensive …

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In an era where cyber threats loom large, ensuring data security is paramount for businesses operating in the cloud. Amazon GuardDuty Malware Protection for S3 is a solution tailored to scan newly uploaded objects for malware, and recently, significant price adjustments have made it even more attractive. As of February 1, 2025, Amazon has lowered …

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In the fast-paced world of web applications, providing real-time data and communications is essential for delivering compelling user experiences. One of the most notable advancements in achieving this efficiency is through AWS AppSync, which allows developers to create serverless WebSocket APIs that can seamlessly broadcast real-time data to millions of subscribers. With the recent release …

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Amazon Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka (MSK) has taken another step to enhance its offerings by expanding support for Express brokers into ten more AWS regions. The latest expansion means that users can now leverage the high-performance capabilities of Amazon MSK Express brokers in regions including Asia Pacific (Mumbai), Europe (Paris), South America (Sao Paulo), …

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