Alexa Skill Coding Class for Beginners - (new 2019)

🎓 Alexa Skill Coding Class for Beginners - (New 2019) 🎉

Learn how to edit sample code to make engaging Alexa Skills!

Description: In this project-based course, we dive into the world of Amazon's Alexa Skills. Tailored for beginners, you will learn the essentials of building, coding, and publishing an Alexa Skill for a business, school, or organization. This isn't just a theory class; you'll get your hands dirty with real code and walk away with two fully functional skills by the end. 🚀

Key Features:

• Build with the Latest SDK: We start with the most current Software Development Kit (SDK) to ensure you are using the latest tools and practices. 🛠️

  • Hands-On Projects: We don't just tell you how things work; we show you by building and publishing two skills throughout the course!

• Understand Sample Code: Learn to manipulate the sample code provided, so you can go beyond mere "data text" placement. 💡

  • Synonym Handling: Go beyond the Interaction Model and modify the code to handle synonyms effectively. 🗣️

• Multi-Language Support: Make your Alexa Skill speak the user's preferred language automatically based on their device's locale settings. 🌍

• Self-Hosted Alexa Skills: No AWS Account? No problem! Learn to create Alexa Skills with Alexa Self Hosted. 🏭

• AWS Lambda Integration: For those who prefer or will eventually use AWS, we cover building skills with AWS Lambda and its Interaction Model, including setting up S3 Object Storage Buckets. 💾

• Picture Cards: Make your Alexa Skills visually appealing with picture cards that look great on any device. 🖼️

• SSML & MP3 Files: Enhance your skill's responses using Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) and custom MP3 files for a more engaging user experience. 🎧

• Dialog in Alexa Skills: Implement dialog features in skills that typically don't support such interactions, enriching the conversation flow. 🗨️

• Testing in AWS Lambda: Learn to test your skill code within AWS Lambda to ensure it works perfectly before publication. 🔬

• Custom Slots and Intents: Master custom slots, intents, and intent handlers to make your skills smarter and more responsive. 🧐

• Code Editor Skills: We'll teach you how to effectively use a code editor for all your coding needs. 🛠️

Security & Best Practices:

• AWS Account Security: Learn how to secure your AWS account with Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) and set up billing alerts to keep track of your expenditure. 🔒

By the end of this course, you'll have a solid foundation in creating engaging Alexa Skills and will be equipped with the skills needed to publish them confidently. Whether for personal use or to expand a business or school's digital presence, these skills are highly sought after in today's market. Get ready to join the ranks of Alexa Skill developers and bring your ideas to life! 🌟

Enroll now and start your journey into the exciting world of voice-driven applications with Amazon Alexa! 📲✨