Auckland Events & Meetups

Building the next generation of AWS professionals and promoting excellence in the development of AWS solutions

AWS Office AKL

PWC Tower Level 13, Commercial Bay, 15 Customs Street West,  Auckland

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM NZST
Every 1st Thursday of the month

Meetup Link

Auckland October 2024 Meetup

AWS Lambda Best Practices

Hello everyone!
Please join us on Thursday the 3rd of October from 5.30pm.

Topic:

AWS Lambda Best Practices

Join us for an insightful session on the Latest AWS Lambda Best Practices! Discover how recent advancements like Lambda SnapStart for Java, Function URLs for easy HTTPS access, and Graviton2 processors are revolutionizing serverless computing. We’ll cover tips on optimizing performance, reducing cold starts with Provisioned Concurrency, and integrating Lambda with EFS for large datasets.

*IMPORTANT*
Due to security protocols at AWS’ office, you must complete this FORM at least 24 hours prior to the start of the event. It is compulsory to complete this form for all attendees to gain access into the venue. You will need to provide photo ID to building security upon arrival.

Our speaker this month:

Ravi Patel
Software Engineer and passionate technology explorer with 9+ years of experience in strategic problem solving and product development.
I build robust Web Applications and Mobile Applications with specialization in range of Web technologies like C#, ASP.Net MVC, .Net Core, Web API, Web Service, R Language, SQL Server, MongoDB, Javascript, Angular, React, Next.js, Vue.js, Node.js and also Mobile technologies like React-Native, Ionic, Flutter.

Venue Location:
AWS Auckland Office (Level 13, Commercial Bay, 15 Customs Street West, Auckland)

Doors open at 5pm
o 5:30 pm – Start Networking
o 6:00 pm – Discusson
o 7:00 pm – Networking
o 7:30 pm – Finish

 

RSVP via the Meetup link

 

"Spaces" PWC Tower

Level 17, 15 Customs Street West · Auckland

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Thursday, September 26, 2024

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM NZST

Meetup Link

Auckland AWS Tools and Programming September 2024 Meetup

Where to Start as a Developer new to AWS

 

Hello, our amazing AWS Tools & Programming friends!

The Auckland AWS Tools & Programming meetup is happening on Thursday, 26 September, and we have something new and exciting planned for you this time! 🎉

In the first part of the evening, Barbora Klusackova, our co-organiser and Junior Software Developer @ Volition, will share her insights on “Where to Start as a Developer New to AWS”.

In the second part of the night, we will introduce the first-ever AWS Tools & Programming Challenge!!! This challenge is designed to help you gain hands-on experience, learn new skills, and connect with the community. If you’re curious to know more about how to participate, join us, and we’ll provide all the important details.

Come along for a night filled with learning, fun, pizza, and drinks! 🍕🍕

This event is made possible by Mantel Group and AWS.

Event Details:
When: 5:00 PM, 26 September
Where: “Spaces”, Level 17, PwC Tower, 15 Customs Street West, Auckland

Agenda:

  • 5:00 PM: Welcome & Networking
  • 5:30 PM: Food & Beverages
  • 6:00 PM: Talk: “Where to Start as a Developer New to AWS” / Barbora Klusackova, (Junior Software Developer at Volition) + The first AWS Tools & Programming challenge introduction!
  • 6:40 PM: Q&A and Announcements, Networking

“Where to Start as a Developer New to AWS”:
In this talk, Barbora will share her tips and tricks on where to begin with AWS if you’re new to it.

Note: If you’re a senior developer and you are considering attending, please join us! We value your insights, ideas, and opinions as well.

We look forward to seeing you there!
Auckland AWS Tools and Programming team

How to find us:
Entry to the PwC building by the main entrance at Customs Street.
Go up by the escalators until the end. You will land at the Spectra cafe and PWC reception on the right. Take the lift to level 17

 

RSVP via the Meetup link

 

Deloitte AKL Office

Level 20, 1 Queen Street,  Auckland

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Monday, July 15, 2024

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM NZST

Meetup Link

Auckland AWS Cloud Club July 2024 Meetup

GenAI Use Cases for Telcos & AWS Cloud/Consulting career advice panel

Kia ora, dear students

We’re thrilled to announce the 3rd event from AWS Cloud Club for our students in the Auckland community! Whether you’re a seasoned cloud practitioner or new to the field, we welcome you all to join us for an evening of connection with fellow AWS enthusiasts, insightful talks, and, of course, delicious pizza and drinks.

This event will have 2 parts, part 1 will be GenAI Use Cases for Telcos delivered by Sam Kommunuri and part 2 will be a career discussion panel in AWS Cloud and Consulting delivered by industry professionals from Deloitte, AWS, and Mantel Group.

Thanks to Deloitte Engineering for sponsoring this event.

PLEASE BRING YOUR ID

Event Details:
Date and Time: July 15, 2024, at 5:30 pm
Location: Deloitte Auckland Office (Level 20, 1 Queen Street, Auckland)
How to Find Us: 1 Queen Street at Deloitte Center. Go onto the 1st floor and direct to the 20th floor.

Agenda:
17:30 – 18:00: Networking
18:00 – 18:05: Introductions
18:05 – 18:25: Part 1 -> GenAI Use Cases for Telcos – Sam Kommunuri
18:25 – 18:30: Q&A
18:30 – 18:35: Break
18:35 – 19:15: Part 2 -> Career Discussion Panel: AWS Cloud & Consulting
19:15 – 19: 30: Q&A
19:31: Finish

Our Amazing Speakers:

Career Discussion Panel:
Interviewer:
Kobe Xu: Senior Consultant, Cloud Solution Architect @ Deloitte Engineering

Speakers:
Heenal Patel: Consultant, Cloud Engineer @ Deloitte Engineering
Justin Wood: AWS Practice Lead, Director @ Deloitte Engineering
Geethika Guruge: Solution Architect, Lead Consultant @ Mantel Group
Sam Kommunuri: Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect @ AWS

GenAI Use Cases for Telcos:
“I am Sam Kommunuri, a Senior Solution Architect at AWS, where my primary responsibility is to provide strategic architectural guidance to AWS’ enterprise customers. My mission is to empower them to unlock the full potential of AWS services, enabling them to realize their visionary goals.
With a tapestry of experience spanning over two decades in the dynamic realm of IT, my specialization encompasses architecture strategy, cloud platforms, and the end-to-end design and delivery of large-scale applications.
At the core of my professional journey lies an enduring commitment to customer-centricity. Placing the customer at the heart of every decision has remained my unwavering passion and top priority.
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share insights and experiences with the distinguished cohort at the July AWS Cloud Club. You can connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samkommunuri

Shout-Out:
HUGE thanks to our sponsors, Deloitte Engineering for the Amazing Venue, Pizza, and Drinks. Thanks to AWS User Group, for their support.

Discover more about them and other AWS clubs in Auckland:
Deloitte Cloud Engineering: https://www.deloitte.com/mu/en/services/consulting/services/cloud-engineering.html
AWS User Group: https://awsug.nz/
AWS Tools and Programming Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/auckland-aws-tools-meetup/
Auckland AWS Community Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/aws_nz/

Code of Conduct
AWS Cloud Club at Auckland is committed to providing a friendly and welcoming space for everyone who attends our meetup events, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices. Any form of harassment, racism, misogyny, or xenophobia is unacceptable. Participants violating these rules will be invited to leave the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you all!
Feel free to join us on our New Slack channel: https://join.slack.com/t/awsusergroup-nz/shared_invite/zt-2dl84adxe-ECk4zxv8Vcm2b_wcVsScJg
PLEASE NOTE!!!
By RSVP this event, you will automatically be considered that you understand this is a student lead meet up group for students and have read and agree on the code of conduct https://aws.amazon.com/codeofconduct/

RSVP via the Meetup link

 

Special thanks to our Sponsors!