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From Procrastination to Publishing: How AWS Amplify Helped Me Finally Start Blogging
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As software developers, we’re all guilty of having at least a few unfinished side projects collecting dust on our GitHub repositories. For me, blogging was one of those ideas that stayed on my to-do list for ages until AWS Amplify changed the game.
In this session, I’ll share how I used AWS Amplify to stop procrastinating and finally build a platform to share content focused on helping women and tech beginners navigate their tech journeys. We’ll explore how Amplify makes it easy to deploy frontend apps, add storage, connect to real-time data sources, and scale seamlessly. The best part? All of that without needing deep cloud expertise.
Join me as I walk through my journey from idea to execution with AWS Amplify and learn how you can do the same to bring your projects to life, breaking free from procrastination.

Key Takeaways:

  • How AWS Amplify removes barriers to launching web apps
  • Practical steps to go from an idea to a deployed project
  • Insights on content creation and sharing knowledge in tech
  • Why done is better than perfect. Just ship it!

Level: Beginner to intermediate (200)


Da Procrastinação à Publicação: Como o AWS Amplify Me Ajudou a Finalmente Começar a Blogar
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Como pessoas desenvolvedoras de software, todos nós temos projetos paralelos inacabados acumulando poeira nos nossos repositórios do GitHub. Para mim, o blog era uma dessas ideias que ficaram na minha lista de tarefas por anos, até que o AWS Amplify mudou o jogo.
Nesta sessão, vou compartilhar como usei o AWS Amplify para parar de procrastinar e finalmente criar uma plataforma para compartilhar conteúdo voltado a ajudar mulheres e iniciantes em tecnologia.
Vamos explorar como o Amplify facilita a implantação de aplicações frontend, conectar a fontes de dados em tempo real e escalar de forma simples. E o melhor? Tudo isso sem precisar de um conhecimento profundo em nuvem.
Vem comigo conhecer como foi a minha jornada da ideia à execução com o AWS Amplify e descubra como você também pode tirar seus projetos do papel, superando a procrastinação.

Pontos chaves:

  • Como o AWS Amplify remove barreiras para lançar aplicações web
  • Passos práticos para ir de uma ideia a um projeto publicado
  • Dicas sobre criação de conteúdo e compartilhamento de conhecimento em tecnologia
  • Por que “feito” é melhor que “perfeito”.

Level: Foundational to intermediate (200)


A beginner’s journey into Cloud and AWS: Why You Should Learn Cloud Computing and How to Get Started
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Why You Should Learn Cloud Computing and How to Get Started with AWS.
Cloud computing is inevitable. It’s everywhere, even if we don’t always notice it, but we should. Research shows that 94% of all companies worldwide use cloud computing at some level, and this number continues to grow. So, whether you’re looking to launch a career in cloud technology or expand your skills, you’re on the right track.
While the many paths to the Cloud could look overwhelming, they don’t have to be. If you’re in the same boat, an absolute beginner like I was when I first started to learn about Cloud Computing, this talk is for you. Let’s explore where you can begin to be part of this inevitable future and build your skills with AWS. Take a seat, fasten your seat belts, and let’s fly to the Cloud.

Level: Foundational (100)


Why Junior Devs Should Know About Cloud Computing and How to Get Started with AWS
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Once you step into the world of tech, the cloud is inevitable!
As a software developer, chances are you’ll need to deal with cloud technologies at some point in your journey.
In this session, we’ll break down the key concepts of Cloud and Cloud Computing, explore why understanding this field is essential, and discuss how to get started with AWS (or any other cloud provider). We’ll cover must-know services for junior developers, including S3 - Cloud Object Storage, AWS Lambda, and API Gateway, giving you a foundation to begin your cloud journey.
Whether you’re a recent graduate curious about your options or a junior developer eager to upskill but unsure where to start, this talk is for you! Let’s demystify the cloud together.

Level: Foundational (100)


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Empowering Women in Tech
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An inspiring and hands-on session designed to empower women in the cloud industry!
We’ll dive into practical strategies for fostering diversity, creating inclusive spaces, and closing the gender gap in tech. Together, we’ll explore ways to break barriers, amplify voices, and drive meaningful change.
Expect insights on public speaking, content creation, organizing user groups, and building strong professional networks. Whether you’re just starting or a seasoned pro, this workshop is packed with actionable takeaways to help you grow, connect, and make an impact.
Let’s learn, share, and uplift each other because the cloud needs all of us!

Level: Foundational (100)

The session can be adjusted to fit between 40 minutes and 2 hours.


Suzana Melo
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Suzana Melo
Suzana Melo is a full-stack developer and a certified AWS Cloud Practitioner who transitioned into software development in her 40s without a tech background. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications and has over 20 years of experience. As a strong advocate of diversity and inclusion, she actively works on initiatives that empower women and underrepresented groups in tech, mentors juniors and graduates, and drives tech community enablement across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Suzana is an AWS Community Builder, an AWS User Group Leader in Sweden, and a Women in Tech Sweden Social Media Specialist. She also volunteers to teach digital skills to women from immigrant and refugee backgrounds.