Serverless JavaScript Projects 1.1: The Course Overview

Jonathan, a programmer with a background in software engineering, introduces a course on building serverless web applications using AWS Lambda and Functions as a Service (FaaS). The course is designed for developers who want to create applications without relying on servers. It covers serverless architecture, web app building, and advanced JavaScript skills. The course assumes knowledge of JavaScript programming and web development but does not require prior experience with serverless computing or AWS Lambda.

What is the main focus of the course introduced by Jonathan?

• Building mobile applications

• Developing serverless web applications

• Learning data science

• Understanding cloud storage

What is AWS Lambda primarily used for?

• Storing large datasets

• Running functions only when needed

• Managing databases

• Designing user interfaces

What does FaaS stand for?

• Functions as a Service

• Files as a Service

• Framework as a Service

• Features as a Service

Which skills are assumed to be known by the course participants?

• JavaScript programming and web development

• Database management and SQL

• Mobile app development

• Machine learning algorithms

Who is the ideal audience for this course?

• Network engineers focusing on security

• Graphic designers wanting to learn coding

• Data analysts looking to improve their skills

• JavaScript developers interested in serverless applications