EVENT TITLE: Exploring AWS cloud

DATE: 10-07-2025

TIME: 9.00 am to 12.00 pm

VENUE: Online

EVENT CONVENER: Dr. N. Vijayalakshmi, Convenor, Data Science

EVENT CO-CONVENER: Dr. S. Saradha, Associate Professor, Data Science, Dr. S.Karthiga, Assistant Professor, Data Science Dr. V. Sowmya, Assistant Professor, Data Science

NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: 120

RESOURCE PERSON DETAILS :

Mr. Afzal Bijli

CEO – Webxo360 Technology Solutions

Assistant Professor, MEASI Institute of Information Technology

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:

The webinar titled “Exploring AWS Cloud” was organized to provide students with foundational and practical knowledge about Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the leading cloud platforms.

  • The session began with a warm welcome by S. Saradha, Associate Professor, Data Science.
  • N. Vijayalakshmi, Program Coordinator, Data Science, delivered the felicitation address, emphasizing the relevance of cloud skills in today’s job market.
  • Afzal Bijli delivered a detailed session covering the basics of AWS architecture, services such as EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and AWS CLI, along with use cases from real-time applications.
  • The interactive session included live demonstrations, discussion of career pathways in cloud computing, and certification guidance.
  • A vibrant Q&A session followed, where students clarified doubts and engaged in meaningful discussion about cloud scalability, security, and DevOps integration.
  • The session concluded with a vote of thanks by V. Sowmya, Assistant Professor, Data Science.

Key Takeaways:

  • Introduction to AWS Global Infrastructure and Cloud Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Hands-on exposure to services like EC2, S3, IAM, and Lambda
  • Understanding cloud deployment models and billing structure
  • Importance of AWS certifications for career development
  • Security and compliance in cloud environments

OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAM: (Based of SDG)

SDG 4 (Quality Education):

This session contributed to skill development in cloud computing and improved technological literacy among students, supporting digital learning and technical capacity-building.

SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth):

The session helped students align their learning with industry demands, promoting employability in emerging fields like cloud computing and DevOps.

SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure):

Through cloud education, the session fostered innovation and technological adaptability, which are critical to sustainable industrial growth.

  • Enhanced student awareness and hands-on knowledge of AWS Cloud
  • Motivated students to pursue AWS certifications (Cloud Practitioner, Solutions Architect, )
  • Fostered critical thinking on real-time cloud deployments and IT infrastructure planning
  • Established industry-academia linkage for future cloud-based workshops and collaborations