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AWS Blog·22d ago·5 min readAWS Weekly Roundup: AWS Builder Center at 1 year, Network Scanning in Security Hub, Loom for AWS, and more (July 13, 2026)
TL;DR
AWS Builder Center celebrated its first anniversary, showcasing significant growth and community engagement. Key features include Sandbox Environments, allowing users to experiment without personal accounts.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can utilize Sandbox Environments to experiment with AWS services without incurring costs or needing personal accounts.
Key Takeaways
- Explore Sandbox Environments for hands-on AWS experience.
- Contribute to the community by writing articles or submitting wishes.
- Leverage the Builders’ Library for resources and workshops.
- Track your progress with the badge system to enhance engagement.
Full Summary
Launched on July 9, 2025, AWS Builder Center has evolved into a comprehensive platform for developers, featuring tools like community profiles, workshops, and a Builders’ Library. The recent introduction of Sandbox Environments allows users to access a pre-provisioned AWS account for 8 hours to complete workshop exercises without needing a personal account or credit card.
In its first year, the platform saw 5,548 authors contribute 6,448 articles, generating over 10.4 million page views. The community has actively engaged, submitting 565 wishes, with 10 implemented and 20 more planned.
Notable articles include 'Building an AWS Study Buddy' and 'Migrating an EOL Linux Server to AWS', both achieving high view counts. This growth indicates a thriving community focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing.