In this project, you will learn how to build an AWS Lambda function with Rust using Cargo Lambda. We will create a simple "Marco Polo" Lambda that responds with "Polo" when it receives "Marco" in the request.
Building Rust AWS Lambda Microservices with Cargo Lambda
Building Rust AWS Lambda Microservices with Cargo Lambda
Instructor: Noah Gift
Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
How to create a new Cargo Lambda Project
Writing a basic Lambda handler function in Rust
Building, deploying and invoking your Lambda function locally and on AWS
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About this Guided Project
Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Initialize a new Cargo Lambda project
Implement the Lambda handler logic
Add logging and tracing
Test the function locally
Deploy the Lambda to AWS
Invoke the Lambda on AWS
Recommended experience
Basic linux and programming experience.
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Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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