Explore the integration of GraphQL with cloud technologies in this 20-minute conference talk from GraphQL Galaxy 2020. Learn how to build highly scalable cloud-based GraphQL back ends that connect to multiple databases, serverless functions, machine learning services, and microservices using TypeScript, AppSync, and AWS CDK. Discover how to implement subscriptions, security, caching, and authentication to create APIs capable of handling millions of simultaneous client connections for real-time applications at scale. Gain insights into becoming a cloud engineer by leveraging your existing GraphQL skills and understand how this combination can lead to increased job opportunities and career growth in cloud computing.