Name: AWS User Group - RECAP from Cloud Experience
Start: 2024-10-29T18:30:00Z
End: 2024-10-29T21:30:00Z
Location: Rocha do Conde de Óbidos

The AWS UG team is thrilled to invite you to a session with two excellent speakers.

This time we will do something never done! We will do a Recap of the biggest AWS Event in Portugal - [AWS CLOUD EXPERIENCE 2024](https://aws.amazon.com/pt/events/cloud-days/portugal/agenda/)

We will discuss the latest and hot news for the Market, trends, AWS Community growth and all the things that you found interesting.

Come and bring all your thoughts on what you have learned at the event!

**👉 Here's a sneak peek of the agenda:**

* **18:30:** Check-in and Networking - come early as we have a special surprise for the early birds ☺️
* **19:00:** First Talk (Lightning Talk)
* **19:20:** Second Talk
* **19:50: - 20:20 :** AWS Cloud Experience Recap
* **20:00 - 21:30:** Networking, Snacks, and Drinks 🍻🍕

**First Talk**
**Language: English**
**Title**: *"AWS Cost Optimization: ECS"*
**Abstract**: This talk explores AWS cost optimization strategies, focusing on Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS). It covers effective cost management techniques such as resource scaling, proper monitoring setups, and AWS Cost Explorer. Participants will gain insights into reducing operational costs in ECS through real-world examples and best practices.

**Duration**: 15/20 minutes (Lightning Talk)
**Speech Level:** Intermediate
**Speaker**: Adi Sason
**Bio:** Adi Sason is a seasoned DevOps Engineer currently working at Cloudbit in Portugal.
She brings nearly a decade of experience in the IT industry, with deep expertise in DevOps observability. As a consultant, she specializes in enhancing cloud architectures and operational efficiency for diverse clients. Her work centers on deploying automation and cloud solutions to optimize performance and reduce costs.
Beyond her technical work, Adi has shown commitment to education and mentorship through her role as a Python Course Mentor at "she codes;" in Israel, where she helped nurture the next generation of developers. Her experience spans from hands-on NOC operations at eToro to sophisticated DevOps implementations at JFrog, showcasing her evolution in the field.
Starting her tech journey in Mamram, where she served as a System Manager, Adi has consistently taken on increasing infrastructure management and automation responsibilities. Her expertise in Helm Charts, Prometheus, and cloud technologies, combined with her experience in both startup and enterprise environments, makes her a valuable professional in the DevOps space.
**LinkedIn**: [Adi Sason](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adi-sason-070311140/)

**Second Talk**
**Language:** English
**Title**: *"Taming the Tech Dinosaur: Overcoming Challenges in Migrating Legacy Servers to AWS"*

**Abstract**: Many organizations still rely on legacy servers that, while dependable, have become outdated and difficult to maintain. In this session, we will explore the journey of migrating these 'tech dinosaurs' to the cloud using AWS Application Migration Service. We’ll delve into the challenges of modernizing legacy systems, such as compatibility issues, data integrity, and operational continuity. I'll share real-world experience, lessons learned, and best practices for a smooth migration, ensuring your transition from the old to the new is as seamless as possible. Join me as we navigate the complexities of taming this technology “Dinos” and bringing it into the future, one server at a time.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Speech Level:** Intermediate
**Speaker**: André Vidigal
**Bio:** 30 minutes
**LinkedIn**: [André Vidigal](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-vidigal-146a19169/), [Blog](https://vidicorner.com/)

**Are you interested in being a speaker?** Please get in touch with us

**[Slack](https://tinyurl.com/join-aws-pt-user-group-slack)**
**[LinkedIn]( https://www.linkedin.com/company/aws-user-group-lisbon/)**

It would be super cool to see you there! 👋

Fabrício Monteiro

AWS User Group Lisbon

Global AWS User Group Community

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