AWS re:Invent 2024: The future of cloud computing (and where AWS fits in it)

AWS re:Invent, one the premier events in the cloud industry, serves as a platform for Amazon Web Services (AWS) to introduce new services, capabilities, and enhancements to its extensive portfolio. The 2024 events kicks off on Monday, December 2, with a live event in Las Vegas and a virtual event as well.

As one of the leading hyperscalers, AWS claims to continuously push the boundaries of cloud features and scalability. Expect announcements that impact cloud computing’s role in your businesses. And also watch for signs that the cloud giant may be changing direction or losing ground to competitors like Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.

AWS re:Invent also strives to provides insights into the latest trends and innovations within the cloud industry — topics such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, serverless computing, and IoT — which is designed to allow attendees to gain an understanding of emerging technologies and their potential applications.

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