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Visual Design of UI & Backends with AWS Amplify Studio

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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll dive deep into building full-stack applications using AWS Amplify Studio and its powerful ecosystem. You will learn to design and implement both the front-end UI and back-end functionalities of a React application. By the end of this course, you will have hands-on experience setting up and customizing AWS Amplify Studio for rapid development, managing app data, and configuring authentication and authorization mechanisms. You'll also master the integration of Amplify Studio components with React, making the development process smooth and efficient. Throughout the course, you will begin by understanding the essentials of Amplify, including its Studio and CLI tools, followed by learning how to set up a React app and create dynamic user interfaces. You'll work with the full-stack Petstore app to explore key concepts such as data binding, form creation, component properties, and event handling. As you progress, you will implement advanced features like authentication, file storage, content management, and deployment using AWS Amplify Hosting. This course is ideal for developers and those interested in learning how to build scalable applications on AWS. It is suitable for anyone familiar with JavaScript and React. It will be especially valuable for individuals aiming to build sophisticated, data-driven web applications using AWS services.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
    • In this module, we will introduce the course, outlining its objectives, structure, and learning goals. You will also get to know the instructor's background and the prerequisites needed to fully engage with the material.
  • Amplify Studio and Amplify CLI - Introduction
    • In this module, we will delve into Amplify Studio and Amplify CLI, exploring their roles in modern development workflows. You will also learn about their features, benefits, and pricing to assess their value for your projects.
  • Development Environment Setup
    • In this module, we will guide you through setting up a robust development environment, from selecting tools to configuring Amplify CLI, ensuring a smooth start to your journey with AWS Amplify Studio.
  • The Launch Sandbox for Amplify Studio
    • In this module, we will work within Amplify Studio's sandbox environment, where you'll learn to create, query, update, and delete a simple Todo application. This foundational project will familiarize you with the Studio's core capabilities.
  • AWS Amplify Studio - Build a Fullstack React App
    • In this module, we will build a complete Fullstack Petstore app, integrating UI design from Figma with React components and Amplify Studio. You'll learn to bind data models, set up version control, and manage dynamic data.
  • UI Component Properties & Event Handlers
    • In this module, we will dive into UI component customization, learning to modify properties and add event handlers. You’ll gain hands-on experience in enhancing components like the PetProfile and implementing actions.
  • The Navbar and Footer - Hands-On
    • In this module, we will work on designing and customizing the Navbar and Footer for your app. You will learn to manage props, extend generated code, and integrate visual elements like logos and interactive features.
  • Add Pet Form
    • In this module, we will create and style the Add Pet form, focusing on interactivity and functionality. You’ll learn to bind fields to data, save entries, and enhance user experience with dynamic show/hide features.
  • Pet Details
    • In this module, we will focus on creating the Pet Details component, displaying rich information about pets in a visually structured format. You'll also learn to implement navigation features like a close button for improved usability.
  • Update Pet
    • In this module, we will guide you through updating pet details, from designing the interface to implementing the functionality to modify and save data, ensuring your app supports dynamic updates.
  • Authentication with AWS Amplify Studio
    • In this module, we will integrate authentication into your application, including adding sign-out functionality and user profile elements. You’ll also enhance personalization with user-specific data in the UI.
  • Authorization in AWS Amplify Studio
    • In this module, we will implement robust authorization mechanisms, exploring different rule types and configurations. You'll learn to secure app resources and manage access control effectively.
  • Storage with AWS Amplify Studio
    • In this module, we will explore file storage in AWS Amplify Studio, from setup to file management, helping you handle application resources efficiently.
  • AWS Amplify Studio Content Management
    • In this module, we will explore content management within Amplify Studio, showcasing its tools and workflows to help you efficiently organize and control app content.
  • Amplify Hosting - Hosting our App
    • In this module, we will walk you through the steps to host your application using Amplify Hosting, ensuring your app is deployed and accessible to users.
  • Clean up
    • In this module, we will cover best practices for cleaning up your project, removing unnecessary resources, and ensuring your development environment is optimized for future work.
  • Next Steps
    • In this module, we will discuss how to further your learning journey, providing resources and suggestions for applying the knowledge gained in this course to real-world projects.

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