From fundamentals and design patterns to the latest techniques such as generative AI, machine learning and cloud native architecture, gain all you need to be a pro Solutions Architect crafting secure and reliable AWS architecture.

Endorsements

"Hits all the key areas" - Rajesh Sheth, VP, Elastic Block Store, AWS

"Offers the knowledge you need to succeed in the evolving landscape of tech architecture" - Luis Lopez Soria, Senior Specialist Solutions Architect, Google

"A valuable resource for enterprise strategists looking to build resilient applications" - Cher Simon, Principal Solutions Architect, AWS

Book Description

Master the art of solution architecture and excel as a Solutions Architect with the Solutions Architect's Handbook. Authored by seasoned AWS technology leaders Saurabh Shrivastav and Neelanjali Srivastav, this book goes beyond traditional certification guides, offering in-depth insights and advanced techniques to meet the specific needs and challenges of solutions architects today.

This edition introduces exciting new features that keep you at the forefront of this evolving field. Large language models, generative AI, and innovations in deep learning are cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of technology. Topics such as cloud-native architecture, data engineering architecture, cloud optimization, mainframe modernization, and building cost-efficient and secure architectures remain important in today's landscape. This book provides coverage of these emerging and key technologies and walks you through solution architecture design from key principles, providing you with the knowledge you need to succeed as a Solutions Architect. It will also level up your soft skills, providing career-accelerating techniques to help you get ahead.

Unlock the potential of cutting-edge technologies, gain practical insights from real-world scenarios, and enhance your solution architecture skills with the Solutions Architect's Handbook.

What you will learn

• Explore various roles of a solutions architect in the enterprise
• Apply design principles for high-performance, cost-effective solutions
• Choose the best strategies to secure your architectures and boost availability
• Develop a DevOps and CloudOps mindset for collaboration, operational efficiency, and streamlined production
• Apply machine learning, data engineering, LLMs, and generative AI for improved security and performance
• Modernize legacy systems into cloud-native architectures with proven real-world strategies
• Master key solutions architect soft skills

Who this book is for

This book is for software developers, system engineers, DevOps engineers, architects, and team leaders who already work in the IT industry and aspire to become solutions architect professionals. Solutions architects who want to expand their skillset or get a better understanding of new technologies will also learn valuable new skills. To get started, you'll need a good understanding of the real-world software development process and some awareness of cloud technology.

Table of Contents

1. Solutions Architecture in an Organization
2. Principles of Solution Architecture Design
3. Cloud Migration and Cloud Architecture Design
4. Solution Architecture Design Patterns
5. Cloud-Native Architecture Design Patterns
6. Performance Considerations
7. Security Considerations
8. Architectural Reliability Considerations
9. Operational Excellence Considerations
10. Cost Considerations
11. DevOps and Solution Architecture Framework
12. Data Engineering for Solution Architecture
13. Machine Learning Architecture

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Review

“This essential read provides strategic insights for architecting robust and sustainable cloud-based systems. With practical guidance and clear explanations, this is a valuable resource for enterprise strategists looking to build resilient applications while navigating complexities with emerging technologies.”

Cher Simon, Principal Solutions Architect - Data & AI at AWS

“I often see people looking to upgrade their skills or change their career paths to become solutions architects [...] For new or existing solutions architects looking to keep their skills sharp in the cloud era, this book hits all the key areas.”

Rajesh Sheth ,VP, Elastic Block Store, AWS

“Solutions Architect's Handbook is the go-to guide for understanding various functions in the age of cloud computing [...] I have never seen a more holistic approach to sharing best practices and patterns.”

Rohan Karmarkar, GM, Solutions Architecture, AWS

“I highly recommend you read this book and keep it as a handy reference [...] In it, you will find very important nuggets of knowledge that will help you be a successful solutions architect, and open up a new world of infinite possibilities!”

Kamal Arora, Director, Solutions Architecture, AWS

“In this book, you can find different architectural approaches for multiple workloads, from 3-tier software architectures to microservices, and from IoT to data analytics. Every page is dense with recommended practices and suggestions for structuring your projects, offering the essential patterns for each application. It’s a great starting point for every architect out there who is looking for a technical guide for designing applications on the cloud.”

Luca Mezzalira, Principal Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Author of Building Micro-Frontends

About the Author

Saurabh Shrivastava is a technology leader, author, inventor, and public speaker with over 18 years of experience in the IT industry. He currently works at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Global Solutions Architect Leader and enables global consulting partners and enterprise customers on their journey to the cloud. Saurabh led the AWS global technical partnerships, set his team's vision and execution model, and nurtured multiple new strategic initiatives. Saurabh has authored various blogs and whitepapers across a diverse range of technologies, such as big data, IoT, machine learning, and cloud computing. He is passionate about the latest innovations and their impact on our society and daily life. He holds a patent in the area of cloud platform automation. Before AWS, Saurabh worked as an enterprise solution architect, software architect, and software engineering manager in Fortune 50 enterprises, start-ups, and global product and consulting organizations.

Neelanjali Srivastav is a technology leader, product manager, agile coach, and cloud practitioner with over 16 years of experience in the software industry. She currently works at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Senior Product Manager and enables global customers on their data journey to the cloud. Neelanjali evangelizes and enables AWS customer and partners in AWS database, analytics, and machine learning services. She sets the product vision and cultivates new products in incubation. Before AWS, Neelanjali led teams of software engineers, solutions architects, and systems analysts to modernize IT systems and develop innovative software solutions for large enterprises. Neelanjali has held multiple roles in the IT services industry and R&D, focusing on enterprise application management, cloud service management, and orchestration.