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Getting started with AWS
Learn the fundamentals and start building on Amazon Web Services
Explore our tutorials
Get to know the AWS Cloud
Onboarding to AWS
If you're a beginner looking for a starting point to learn AWSwe recommend that you complete the following six onboarding tasks. These tasks will help you learn how to launch and configure several different AWS services across a broad range of categories.
Decision guides
AWS decision guides provide an overview of our services with guidance to help you choose the services that fit your use case. Decision guides are now available for a range of service categories including machine learninganalyticscontainersstoragenetworking servicesand more.
Learn the essentials
Taking the first steps as you start building on the cloud can seem overwhelming. Adjusting to a cloud-native approach can take timeespecially if you are accustomed to the traditional on-premises way of provisioning hardware and building applications. Gaining familiarity with core concepts of cloud computing and the AWS Cloud will help give you confidence as you begin your cloud journey. In the following sectionswe answer common questions about cloud computing and explore best practices for building on AWS.
AWS re:Invent 2025
Every re:Invent marks a milestone of innovation. Join us in Las Vegas as cloud pioneers gather from across the globe for the latest AWS innovationspeer-to-peer learningexpert-led discussionsand invaluable networking opportunities.
How do I set up my account?
Learn how to create your AWS account and configure your development workspace. We'll guide you through the essential steps to get your environment readyso you can start working with AWS resources and services.
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