AWS news with an attitude. Last Week in AWS (by Corey Quinn) filters through the constant noise of Amazon's cloud updates to tell you what actually matters, with a healthy dose of humor.
About Last Week in AWS
Last Week in AWS is the 'anti-marketing' newsletter for cloud pros. Instead of just repeating AWS press releases, Corey Quinn adds biting commentary on whether a new service is actually useful, overpriced, or just poorly named. It's the most entertaining way to stay current on the world's largest cloud provider.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Honest Critique. It is one of the few technical resources that isn't afraid to mock the platforms it covers, providing a much-needed 'reality check' for engineers.
Who Should Subscribe?
Engineers and managers who live in the AWS ecosystem and want to know which updates are worth their time and which are just noise.
Content Format
A weekly email with short, witty summaries of every AWS announcement, plus a 'Tool of the Week'.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely funny and entertaining to read
- Great at flagging important billing and security changes
- Short and high-signal
Cons
- The humor style may not be for everyone
- Hyper-focused on AWS; less value if you are on Azure/GCP
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it affiliated with Amazon?
No, it is strictly independent (and often critical of Amazon), which is why it's so valuable.
How often is Last Week in AWS published?
Last Week in AWS is published weekly.
Who writes Last Week in AWS?
Last Week in AWS is written by Corey Quinn. Corey Quinn is the Chief Cloud Economist at The Duckbill Group.
About the Author: Corey Quinn
Corey Quinn
Corey Quinn is the Chief Cloud Economist at The Duckbill Group. He is famous for his critical and humorous take on AWS and his expertise in reducing massive cloud bills.
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