AWS Student Builder Group SUSL Kickoff: Connect, Learn & Build

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Kickstart Your AWS Journey! ☁️ We are excited to welcome you to the inaugural event of the AWS Student Builder Group at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka: AWS Student Builder Group SUSL Kickoff: Connect, Learn & Build This beginner-friendly online session will introduce SUSL undergraduates to cloud computing, the AWS ecosystem, learning opportunities, technology communities, and potential cloud career pathways. Whether you are completely new to AWS or have already started exploring the cloud, this session will help you identify practical next steps for your journey. GUEST SESSION Starting Your AWS Journey: Communities, Skills and Career Opportunities Guest Speaker: Mr. Udara Wijeratna Senior Vice President of Engineering and Country Head – Sri Lanka at Velaris AWS Community Builder Mr. Udara will share insights into developing practical cloud skills, engaging with technology communities, using available learning resources, and preparing for career opportunities in the cloud industry. WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER • An introduction to cloud computing and AWS • How to begin developing practical AWS skills • The value of joining technology and cloud communities • AWS learning resources and certification pathways • Cloud-related career opportunities for undergraduates EVENT DETAILS • Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM • Platform: Zoom SESSION AGENDA 7:00 PM – Welcome, core-team introduction and faculty opening remarks 7:10 PM - Opening remarks and faculty welcome 7:15 PM – Introduction to cloud computing and AWS 7:30 PM – Guest session by Mr. Udara Wijeratna 8:15 PM – Questions and answers 8:25 PM – Feedback, announcements, group photos and closing remarks 8:30 PM – Event concludes WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • Current students of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka • Students from all faculties and academic years • Students interested in cloud computing, software development, DevOps, cybersecurity, AI, data or related technologies • Complete beginners with little or no previous AWS experience No previous cloud experience or AWS certification is required. REGISTRATION This inaugural event is open to everyone interested in cloud computing both within and outside Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. No university affiliation, previous AWS experience, certification, or official AWS SBG SUSL membership is required. To register, join our Meetup group and select “Attend” on this event page. No separate registration form is required. The Zoom joining details will be made available to registered attendees through Meetup before the event. Learn. Connect. Build.