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Published inApr 2024

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Stefano Tempesta

Michael John Peña

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Solution architecture and hosting infrastructure

Building a decentralized marketplace on AWS involves several key aspects and software components that collectively contribute to the creation of a robust, scalable, and secure platform. The following figure depicts the key aspects of a decentralized app built on a public cloud service provider:

Figure 13.1 – Key aspects of a decentralized cloud-native app

We put decentralization at the core to provide the central architectural design decision to distribute control and management across a blockchain network, rather than having it centralized. Around the decentralized nature of the solution, the cloud service provider adds the following capabilities:

Scalability: Utilizing AWS’s cloud infrastructure allows the marketplace to scale resources up or down as needed
Security: Using blockchain for transaction validation and AWS services for secure cloud operations
Transparency: All...

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Stefano Tempesta

Stefano Tempesta is a technologist working at the crossroads of Web2 and Web3 to make the internet a more accessible, meaningful, and inclusive space. Stefano is an ambassador of the use of AI and blockchain technology for good purposes. A former advisor to the Department of Industry and Science, Australia, on the National Blockchain Roadmap, he is cofounder of Aetlas, a decentralized climate action and sustainability network with a mission to source verified carbon units for liquidity and carbon asset monetization. A passionate traveler, a poor musician, and an avid learner of new technologies and (programming) languages, Stefano holds three citizenships and speaks fluent English, Italian, and terrible Ukrainian.
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Michael John Peña

Michael John Peña, an engineer and Microsoft MVP, excels in tech innovation and leadership. As a data partner at Playtime Solutions, he spearheads projects utilizing Azure, big data, and AI, enhancing data-driven decision-making. With roles ranging from CTO to software engineer, MJ's expertise covers web/app development, cloud computing, blockchain, and IoT. His commitment to lifelong learning and sharing knowledge—underscored by his work with start-ups and as a technical advisor—drives industry advancements in finance, construction, and more. MJ values inclusivity and actively fosters diverse, collaborative environments.
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