Student AI Bootcamp – Sponsored by AWS

Build Your AI Skills with AWS

The Student AI Bootcamp: sponsored by AWS, is a four-part live webinar series by Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to help students explore the world of Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing through practical, expert-led sessions.

From Generative AI and AI-powered assistants to intelligent agents that can use tools, discover how these technologies work and how you can start building with them using AWS.

Learn from AWS experts, explore live demos, put your knowledge to the test, and stand a chance to win exciting rewards!

AWS Setup Guide:

Complete the following steps before participating in the bootcamp.

Step 1: Create Your AWS Builder ID

Your AWS Builder ID is a free personal sign-in credential. You'll need it to obtain your Builder ID alias, which is required for registration.

How to create your account

• Visit AWS Builder Center and click Sign in.
• Enter your email address and click Next.
• Enter your name and proceed.
• Enter the verification code sent to your email. Check your spam folder if you don't receive it.
• Set a password and complete the CAPTCHA, if prompted.
• Create your AWS Builder ID. On your first sign-in, you'll be prompted to choose an alias.

Already have an AWS Builder ID?

If you've previously created an AWS Builder ID, you can sign in with your existing credentials. You don't need to create another account.

Where can you find your alias?

• Sign in to Builder Center, click your name in the top navigation, and select Manage Profile.
• Your profile link will look like this: builder.aws.com/community/@youralias

Step 2: Verify Your Student Status

Student verification helps confirm your current enrolment in higher education. Follow the steps on AWS Builder Center to verify your student status, and as you earn badges, you'll unlock up to $579 of rewards in Builder Center.

Note that you may be asked to upload additional documentation, especially if you don't have a school email address.

How to verify your status

- Sign in to AWS Builder Center. - Open Edit Profile → Student Details. - Click Start Verification. - Follow the instructions on SheerID and provide your institution name and enrolment details. - Upload supporting documents if requested.

How long does verification take?

• Most cases: A few minutes.
• Additional documentation required: Usually 24–48 hours for responses.

Having trouble with verification?

If your verification is rejected, try again with a clearer document or updated proof of enrolment. For further assistance, visit SheerID Student Support.

Get Started with AWS Builder Center:

AWS Builder Center community is for developers of all levels to learn what's new, build hands-on, and connect with the community.

Whether you're writing your just getting started learning cloud or building advanced applications, Builder Center offers resources and opportunities to help you grow your skills.

Here's what you can explore:

• Learn and build: Explore topics such as Generative AI, agentic AI, and serverless computing.
• Get hands-on: Participate in workshops and hackathons, and experiment with free sandbox environments.
• Connect with the community: Engage with fellow builders through events, Spaces, User Groups, and Student Builder Groups.
• Learn from experts: Discover insights from AWS Heroes and AWS Community Builders.
• Share your ideas: Use the Wishlist to suggest or vote on product improvements and share feedback with AWS product teams.

What You'll Learn:

Explore four exciting topics across the bootcamp's live webinar series:

Session 1: Unlocking the Power of Generative AI

Explore how Generative AI is transforming application development and discover how to build solutions powered by AI.

Session 2: Spec-Driven Development with Kiro

Learn how to turn ideas into structured specifications and build applications with AI-assisted development.

Session 3: Building RAG-Based AI Assistants

Understand how Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) helps AI assistants deliver responses grounded in relevant information.

Session 4: Building AI Agents with Strands Agents and MCP

Explore how to build AI agents that can use tools, interact with external systems, and perform tasks.

Joining links will be shared with registered participants before each session.

Test Your Knowledge. Win Exciting Rewards!

Every webinar concludes with a short quiz based on the session. Put your learning to the test and compete for exciting rewards!

Rewards and Prizes:

• Ranks 1–3: Participants securing ranks 1–3 will receive Apple AirPods along with a Premium AWS SWAG Kit.
• Ranks 4–10: Participants securing ranks 4–10 will receive a Premium AWS SWAG Kit.
• Ranks 11–100: Participants securing ranks 11–100 will receive an AWS SWAG Kit.
• Weekly Winners: 25 participants will be selected as winners for each quiz, and each will receive an Amazon Gift Card.
• Top Referrers - Top referrers who drive the highest number of registrations will receive an exclusive AWS Swag Kit.

Attend the sessions, stay engaged, and give each quiz your best shot!

Note: Rewards are subject to the applicable quiz scoring and selection criteria.

Your AI journey starts here. Learn, build, compete, and win with AWS!