Generative AI for AWS Cloud Engineers course is designed for technical professionals aiming to master the integration, deployment, and optimization of large language models (LLMs) within the AWS cloud infrastructure. It aims to bridge the gap between traditional cloud engineering and the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI.

Generative AI for AWS Cloud Engineers

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What you'll learn
Evaluate and optimize Foundation Model performance using RAG and Guardrails.
Evaluate key principles and legal risks of Responsible AI.
Implement security and privacy controls within the AWS Shared Responsibility Model.
Skills you'll gain
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February 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
Welcome to Week 1 of the Generative AI for AWS Cloud Engineers course. This week, we will explore the Amazon Bedrock, starting with a comprehensive overview and hands-on demos to understand how to leverage FMs within the AWS ecosystem. You will learn how to customize models through Fine-tuning and implement advanced architectures like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to enhance model accuracy with external data. By the end of this module, you will be able to configure Guardrails to ensure responsible AI usage, orchestrate complex tasks with Amazon Bedrock Agents, and navigate the Pricing structures to build cost-effective Generative AI solutions.
What's included
14 videos2 readings2 assignments
Welcome to Week 2. This week, we will explore the foundational principles and ethical practices required to build and deploy Responsible AI systems. We will learn how to select models using responsible criteria and navigate the complex legal risks associated with generative AI. Furthermore, we will dive into the AWS Shared Responsibility Model as it applies to AI, identifying specific AWS tools and services designed to secure AI systems and ensure robust governance. By the end of this week, you will be able to implement security and privacy considerations effectively to manage and protect your AI applications within the AWS ecosystem.
What's included
10 videos2 readings3 assignments
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