This beginner-friendly talk introduces microservices architecture, starting from monoliths and explaining how modern backend systems are built and run on AWS. You’ll learn core microservices concepts and explore serverless and container-based models using AWS Lambda and Amazon ECS, while seeing how Kiro can help you along the way.

Target audience: Students, early-career backend developers, and engineers new to microservices and distributed systems.
Session format: Conceptual, architecture-focused talk introducing microservices fundamentals, with simple visuals and light demos to illustrate how modern backend systems are commonly built and run on AWS.
Duration: available as a 45-minute or 30-minute session.
Level: Beginner. No prior experience with microservices or AWS required.