Glossary
- ACID
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A set of principles (atomicity, consistency, isolation, and durability) that relational databases adhere to. They ensure data integrity during transactions.
- Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
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A logically isolated section of the AWS Cloud where users can launch AWS resources in a virtual network that they define and control.
- Application Load Balancer (ALB)
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A type of Elastic Load Balancer used for advanced HTTP/HTTPS routing.
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
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A broad field focused on building machines and systems that can perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, and decision making.
- Auto Scaling group (ASG)
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A collection of EC2 instances that are treated as a logical grouping for automatic scaling and management.
- Availability Zone (AZ)
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A geographically distinct and isolated location within an AWS Region, designed to be independent of other AZs to provide fault tolerance and high availability.
- AWS Amplify
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A set of tools, libraries, and UI components that accelerate full-stack web and mobile app development, including features like authentication, storage, and real-time data sync.
- AWS AppSync
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A service that aggregates data from various sources under a single GraphQL endpoint, supporting real-time updates, caching, and offline sync.
- AWS Artifact
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A centralized repository that provides instant access to AWS compliance reports, such as SOC, PCI DSS, and ISO certifications, and legal agreements like HIPAA Business ...
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