Implementing AWS Step Functions with Lambda and PowerShell Activity Tasks

Learn to create a simple AWS Step Function in this 24-minute video tutorial. Explore the implementation of "Task" states using both Python-based AWS Lambda functions and AWS Tools for PowerShell SDK. Discover various state types including Wait, Pass, Parallel, and Choice states. Master key AWSPowerShell commands for implementing activity task workers in PowerShell. Gain hands-on experience using Microsoft's Visual Studio Code editor and learn about cross-platform compatibility with PowerShell Core. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates creating task states, executing state machines, and combining Lambda functions with PowerShell activity tasks to build a comprehensive AWS Step Function workflow.

Syllabus

Introduction
Step Function Tests
Create Task State
Executing State Machine
Creating Lambda Function
Creating Activity Tasks
Creating Combined Names Tasks
Creating the State Machine
Lambda Execution
PowerShell Activity Tasks
Conclusion