🚀 Launching Atlantic Canada's 1st AWS Cloud Club!

Welcome to the historic launch of the VERY FIRST official AWS Cloud Club at Dalhousie University in Atlantic Canada! ☁️🍁

Whether you are a Computer Science student looking to find your spot in the AI leading world, a non-tech user try to explore the tech world, or simply someone curious about the Cloud—this event is for YOU.

Join us for an electrifying afternoon of tech insights, industry networking, and exclusive perks. We are building a centralized cloud community for all tech enthusiasts across Nova Scotia and beyond!

🔥 What to Expect:

• 🌟 VIP Opening Remarks: We are incredibly honored to have Dr. Lu Yang (Cloud Computing Expert) joining us as our Chief Guest to kick off the journey.
• ☁️ Cloud 101 & AWS Intro: What is Cloud? Why does every company need it? How can you get AWS Certified?
• 🎤 Industry Spotlight (Q&A): Hear from tech professionals about their journey and ideas about AWS Cloud.
• 🤝 High-Value Networking: Meet your future co-founders, study buddies, and mentors.
• 🍕 FREE FOOD & DRINKS: You can't build the future of tech on an empty stomach!

📅 Official Agenda (AST Time):

• 2:00 - 2:15 PM - Opening and Welcome
• AWS Cloud Club Captain welcomes attendees
• Kahoot quiz to warm up and special prize for winner!
• 2:15 - 2:40 PM - Introduction to AWS Cloud Clubs
• Overview of AWS Cloud Clubs mission and goals
• Benefits/perks of joining the club
• Upcoming events and activities - AWS Cloud Club Calendar events
• Meetup.com account QR code, call for members
• 2:40 - 3:10 PM - What is Cloud Computing?
• Definition of cloud computing
• Key characteristics (on-demand, broad network access, resource pooling, etc.)
• Benefits of cloud computing (cost, scalability, reliability, etc.)
• 3:10 - 3:40 PM - Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• AWS Cloud services overview (compute, storage, database, networking, etc.)
• 3:40 - 4:00 PM - Q&A and Wrap Up
• Open Q&A session
• Call-to-action to join the club, show Meetup.com QR code to drive followers
• CSAT form completion

📍 How to Join (Hybrid Format):

• In-Person: Dalhousie University CS Building (Room TBA). Highly recommended to grab the free food and network face-to-face!
• Virtual: Joining from outside Halifax? No problem! RSVP to reveal the meeting link and join our global community online.