AWS Tutorial AWS Solutions Architect and SysOps Administrator - Getting Started with AWS Lambda - Lab

This video tutorial explains how to create and configure an AWS Lambda function. It covers accessing the AWS Management Console, creating a Lambda function with a sample requirement, and setting up an S3 bucket as a trigger. The tutorial also demonstrates how to monitor and log Lambda executions using CloudWatch. The video concludes with a summary of the steps involved in setting up AWS Lambda functions.

What is the primary benefit of using AWS Lambda?

• It allows running code without managing servers.

• It provides unlimited storage for data.

• It guarantees 100% uptime for applications.

• It offers free cloud computing resources.

What is the initial step to create a Lambda function in AWS?

• Write the code from scratch.

• Select a blueprint.

• Configure the IAM role.

• Click on 'Create function' in the Lambda dashboard.

Which AWS service acts as a trigger for the Lambda function in the given scenario?

• Amazon RDS

• Amazon EC2

• Amazon S3

• Amazon DynamoDB

What is the purpose of an IAM role in the context of AWS Lambda?

• To provide permissions for accessing AWS resources.

• To store data securely.

• To create virtual machines.

• To monitor application performance.

How can you test the execution of a Lambda function?

• By writing a test script in Java.

• By using AWS CLI tools.

• By using AWS CodePipeline.

• By deploying it on a local server.

What information can be obtained from CloudWatch metrics for a Lambda function?

• The number of times the function was executed.

• The total storage used by the function.

• The number of users accessing the function.

• The cost of running the function.

What does the pay-as-you-go model in AWS Lambda imply?

• You pay only for storage used.

• You pay a fixed monthly fee.

• You pay for the duration and resources used during execution.

• You pay based on the number of users.