Celebrating Milestones: Reflecting on My Debut Tech Talk at the AWS Community

The path to success is rarely a solitary one. Along our journey, we often encounter mentors who guide, inspire, and uplift us. I recently had the privilege of presenting my debut speaker tech talk at Genese Academy under the AWS User Group Nepal, and this momentous achievement would not have been possible without the constant and limitless support and motivation of my manager and AWS Hero, Bhuvaneswari Subramani or as I call her Bhuvana. In this blog post, I would like to share the inspiring story of how Bhuvana helped me overcome my fears, nurtured my potential, and empowered me to step onto the stage with confidence and deliver my first tech talk for the AWS Community.

A few months ago, I vividly recall the moment when Bhuvana visited our Ahmedabad Office. We engaged in a conversation about the AWS Community and her remarkable journey. It had always been my desire to contribute to the AWS Community and become an active member. During our discussion, Bhuvana provided me with the motivation to start writing blogs and preparing presentations, assuring me that she would help me find an opportunity to present within the community.

Embracing Bhuvana's guidance, I began crafting and publishing blogs on dev.to. One fateful day, during one of our calls, Bhuvana excitedly shared with me, "Om, I have received an invitation to present at a University in Nepal under the AWS User Group Nepal, and you will be presenting alongside me." Upon hearing those words, I couldn't contain my excitement, and I found myself dancing with sheer joy.

The collaboration between the AWS User Group Nepal and AWS User Group India blossomed into an absolutely AWSome talk. I was filled with excitement as I witnessed this remarkable cross-country collaboration unfold.

We embarked on the journey of preparing the slide deck, carefully curating content that would captivate and educate our audience.

Finally, on the 8th of June, 2023, the day arrived - it marked a significant milestone for me, as I delivered my first-ever debut tech talk. The mix of nerves and exhilaration was palpable, but I was determined to share my knowledge and passion with the audience.

The talk became a memorable experience, showcasing the power of collaboration and knowledge exchange between the AWS User Group Nepal and AWS User Group India. It was a testament to the vibrant and supportive tech community that we belong to.

During our session on "Serverless Computing with AWS Lambda," Bhuvana and I delved into a wide range of topics, exploring the evolution of serverless computing, demystifying the concept of servers, understanding what serverless truly means, and highlighting the numerous advantages of adopting a serverless approach.

We also delved into the comprehensive suite of services offered by the AWS Serverless Platform. Through an engaging demo, we showcased the power of services such as Amazon S3, Amazon API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon EventBridge, and many other noteworthy components.

Together, we aimed to provide a holistic view of serverless computing, empowering our audience to leverage these cutting-edge technologies to build scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient applications.

This journey has ignited a fire within me, fueling a deep passion to continue making meaningful contributions, expanding my knowledge, and inspiring others in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of technology. The experience of delivering my first tech talk has opened doors to new possibilities and opportunities for growth.