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Imagine trying to keep up with the evolving needs of higher education institutions while ensuring your systems are cost-effective and scalable. This was the challenge faced by our client, a company providing a suite of software solutions for educational institutions. They needed to modernize one of their core components—an Operational Data Storage (ODS) system, which essentially served as a Data Warehouse for preparing data for BI (reporting), originally built on Oracle—by migrating to PostgreSQL in AWS. The primary goal of […]

In this blog post, we will introduce our custom multi-cloud CI/CD (continuous integration and continuous delivery) pipeline, built to facilitate the deployment of applications across various cloud environments. Our solution allows seamless deployments with minimal customization, ensuring faster results and reduced costs for our clients. Whether working with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, we can deliver a consistent deployment process that simplifies development, operations, and scaling.The driving problem behind this solution is simple: our clients operate in diverse environments and […]

At ABCloudz, we are committed to delivering quality and trustworthiness in every solution we create. Recently, two of our AI-powered solutions, Natural Language Interface for Data Platform and AI Text Classification and Matching, successfully passed the rigorous AWS Foundational Technical Review (FTR). This achievement validates our technical expertise and reinforces our commitment to delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that meet AWS’s exacting standards. What is the FTR and what it takes to pass? The AWS Foundational Technical Review is a comprehensive […]

At ABCloudz, we know that a successful migration or modernization project relies on a solid foundation and a well-defined approach. Our approach is encapsulated in the 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology, which we’ve developed and refined over 20 years of practice. It has proven so effective that it was adopted by AWS to guide their cloud migration best practices.To illustrate this methodology in detail, we’ve created a series of four blog posts, each covering a critical phase of the migration […]

Welcome to the fourth and final blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. We started by defining workloads and examining their interdependencies, which set the stage for capturing the current architecture and designing the future state architecture as part of the first step of the methodology — Future State Architecture Design. Next, we focused on gathering and analyzing project artifacts to inform a detailed effort estimation and project […]

Welcome to the third blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In our first and second blog posts, we explored the critical role of defining workloads in migration projects and laid out the process of capturing the current architecture and designing the future state architecture as part of the first step of the methodology — Future State Architecture Design.This provided a solid foundation for understanding the scope and […]

Welcome to the second blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In the first blog post, we began exploring the first step of the methodology — Future State Architecture Design.We focused on the definition of a workload and outlined how categorizing system components into specific workloads provides a solid foundation for the entire project. However, workload definition is just one part of the broader Future State Architecture Design […]

Welcome to the first blog post in the overview series dedicated to our 12-step Migration and Modernization Methodology that was adopted by AWS. In any migration or modernization project, it’s crucial to start with a clear understanding of the system’s components and their relationships. This is where workload definition comes into play. Defining workloads correctly sets the stage for the entire project, making it possible to scope, assess, and plan each step with precision. Workload definition is one of the […]

Migrating Oracle databases to PostgreSQL or MySQL with AWS Schema Conversion Tool (AWS SCT) can present a range of challenges, from unsupported data types to limitations in automated code conversion and potential performance issues. AWS SCT offers powerful capabilities to automate these migrations, but it may not always deliver optimal results or handle complex Oracle constructs efficiently. In these cases, manual adjustments and optimizations are required to ensure a seamless transition to the target database. At ABCloudz, our team has […]

This blog post examines the operational expenses of the AI-powered chatbot solution introduced in our previous blog posts, Custom AI chatbot using RAG and Deployment of AI-Powered Chatbot. This solution operates on the AWS cloud while integrating OpenAI’s language model. We will discuss the financial aspects of infrastructure costs and analyze how to estimate expenses for AI resources, such as Language Model as a service. Cost Structure of a Custom AI Chatbot Solution Operating expenses for our AI chatbot solution […]

This blog post focuses on the architecture and deployment of the AI-powered Chatbot solution that we described in our earlier blog post Custom AI Chatbot Development Using RAG. This solution is built for the AWS cloud but uses OpenAI as an LLM. We’ll dive deep into the CI/CD process and AWS deployment architecture of the backend application. AWS Deployment Architecture Our solution represents a rather typical configuration of a web project deployed to AWS. Click or tap on the picture […]

We are thrilled to announce that ABCloudz has achieved the status of Amazon CloudFront Delivery Partner as of early June. This prestigious recognition by AWS underscores our deep expertise in content delivery network (CDN) services and our commitment to providing top-notch solutions that adhere to the highest industry standards. Achieving the Amazon CloudFront Delivery Partner status involved a comprehensive validation process where AWS assessed our technical capabilities and customer success stories. This certification is a testament to our proficiency in […]

This story is about our collaboration with Dusker, a renowned company dedicated to creating audio products that enhance bedtime experiences. Dusker’s Sleepbar v2.0 is a standout innovation in their product line. This advanced sleep speaker uses bone conduction technology to deliver audio directly through a pillow, making it ideal for listening to music, audiobooks, sleep sounds, and podcasts. It’s designed for comfort with no buds or wires, ensuring a peaceful sleep environment that’s particularly considerate for couples, as the audio […]

Immerse yourself in the technical intricacies of developing firmware that empowers a smart water bottle with a wide range of functionalities. This bottle’s purpose extends beyond merely tracking the user’s hydration level; it also timely reminds them to replenish their water intake. Equipped with a microcontroller and sensors, the bottle collects water consumption data and interacts with the user via a mobile application. While a detailed functional overview of this solution can be found here, this blog post will focus […]

In this blog post, we examine how a smart water bottle communicates with a mobile application using the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication protocol. The customer’s concept is designed to motivate users to maintain a healthy lifestyle by regularly consuming water and monitoring their hydration habits. A comprehensive functional overview of the entire solution is available here.   This post focuses on the technicalities of the BLE communication protocol as it facilitates interaction between the mobile app and the smart water […]