Create a Lambda Function with a Custom Layer on AWS
In this lab, you’ll practice writing a Lambda function with a custom layer. When you’re finished with this lab, you’ll have deployed a Lambda function with custom layers and an API Gateway as the trigger.
Terms and conditions apply.
Challenge
Configure API Gateway as a Trigger and Test the API Endpoint
You’ll learn to create an API Gateway HTTP API endpoint and set up an integration with a Lambda function.
Challenge
Update and Deploy the Lambda Function Code to Validate the Incoming Events
You’ll learn to update and deploy a new version of the Lambda function code.
Challenge
Create and Publish AWS Lambda Layer
You’ll learn to create and publish an AWS Lambda layer.
Challenge
Configure Lambda Function Code to Use Custom Lambda Layers
You’ll learn to configure Lambda function to use Lambda layers.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Amazon API Gateway
- Basic understanding of DynamoDB