Free AWS Learning Resources
A comprehensive guide to free AWS learning resources, organized by skill level.
Tip: Always check the official AWS website for the latest free offerings, as new resources are regularly added.
Beginner Level
Resources that require no payment to access.
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AWS Skill Builder – Free digital courses, learning plans, and exam prep.
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AWS Educate – Free access to AWS content, hands-on labs, and career pathways for students and educators.
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AWS re:Post – A free community-driven knowledge sharing platform where AWS experts answer your questions.
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AWS Documentation & Whitepapers – Official docs, architecture guidance, and well-architected whitepapers, all free.
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AWS Free Tier – Hands-on practice with many AWS services at no cost for 12 months (plus always-free and trial offers).
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YouTube Channels – AWS Official, re:Invent session recordings, and AWS Events playlist.
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FreeCodeCamp / Andrew Brown – Full-length AWS certification courses on YouTube (e.g., Exam Readiness, Cloud Practitioner, Solutions Architect).
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Digital Badges – AWS Knowledge Badges; most are free and can be earned through short assessments.
YouTube Channels (Quick Links)
| Channel | Content |
|---|---|
| AWS Official | Product launches, tutorials, re:Invent keynotes |
| AWS Events | Conference session recordings |
| FreeCodeCamp | Andrew Brown's AWS courses |
| ExamPro | Certification prep content |
Intermediate Level
Resources that are free to use but typically require an active AWS account.
Warning: Some workshops and labs may incur small costs if you exceed the Free Tier limits. Always clean up resources after use.
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AWS Workshops – Curated workshop guides at https://workshops.aws/. Step-by-step, topic-specific, and free.
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AWS Builder Center Sandbox – Official free temporary AWS environment. No account or credit card required. Sessions up to 8 hours with automatic cleanup.
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AWS Builder Labs – Free, guided labs within AWS Skill Builder that provide temporary AWS accounts.
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AWS Immersion Days – Free, instructor-led virtual events where you follow along with live labs. Check the AWS Events page for schedules.
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Well-Architected Labs – Hands-on labs aligned with the AWS Well-Architected Framework pillars.
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Cloud Resume Challenge – Build a serverless resume website while learning core AWS services.
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Andrew Brown's AWS Project Bootcamp – A free, project-based bootcamp covering real-world AWS scenarios (available on YouTube and GitHub).
Tip: Consider using the AWS Builder Center Sandbox for risk-free practice without needing your own AWS account. It is ideal for certification preparation and workshop-based learning. See the Builder Center Sandbox guide for details.
Tip: The AWS Free Tier is limited — it provides 12 months of free usage for select services, plus some always-free offers. Always monitor your billing dashboard to avoid unexpected charges when experimenting beyond Free Tier limits.