AWS Deployment Services: Elastic Beanstalk and App Runner Guide

Deploying applications to the cloud can feel overwhelming with the sheer number of hosting options available. Choosing the right path is critical for balancing control, ease of use, and cost. This course provides a clear, conceptual foundation and practical guidance on two of the most popular AWS deployment services: Elastic Beanstalk and App Runner. You will learn how to transition from local code to a fully operational, auto-scaling cloud application. Through structured text lessons, you will explore the core architecture of both services, understand when to use each, and learn how to manage application lifecycles effectively. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational differences between platform-as-a-service and container-native deployment models - Configure and deploy web applications using Elastic Beanstalk environments - Set up containerized microservices and web APIs using App Runner - Implement auto-scaling policies to handle traffic spikes efficiently and cost-effectively - Monitor application health, view logs, and troubleshoot common deployment errors - Apply security best practices, including basic IAM roles and environment variable management We begin with essential cloud deployment terminology and fundamental concepts before diving into the specific mechanics of each service. You will then progress through step-by-step configuration workflows, comparison frameworks, and real-world deployment scenarios. This course is designed for beginner developers, system administrators, and cloud enthusiasts who want to deploy applications on AWS without getting lost in manual infrastructure setup. No prior AWS deployment experience is required. Start reading today to simplify your cloud deployment workflow.