Having built two different products on cloud-based platforms, Will Stevens would like to share his experiences and help you understand the differences between IAAS and PAAS. 

Agenda includes:

1. Clarify what PAAS and IAAS are in cloud computing

2. Articulate the differences and when to use either

3. Walkthrough case studies of Heroku and AWS

4. Demo two apps and compare the cloud experiences

5. Ensure you leave with knowledge of when to use either

Bio: Will Stevens has worked in the technology industry for over 15 years and is currently consulting as a Solution Architect for a Fortune 200 retailer in Columbus. Will applies his broad architecture and development experience to help corporations across several industry sectors. He also has built two cloud-based custom application products from the ground up. When not working for his client, Will enjoys learning new platforms and keeping abreast of technologies in areas of cloud, languages, frameworks and mobile.

Attention AWS experts, please contact Angelo Mandato if you are interested in talking about special topics for future AWS meetups.

Driving Directions
From Henderson Road turn onto Arlington Centre Blvd. Then turn left at the second opportunity (second opening in the median). You should see two signs for CompuSuites and Tree of Life. Once through the gate (don’t worry parking is free) turn left, then park in that parking lot. We are in Building 2 labeled CompuSuites.

Map:

Google maps locates the CompuSuites building on the wrong side of Arlington Centre Blvd. Bing Maps is correct.