• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Discover the architecture of Alexa and the various components of Alexa along with their practical implementation.

Learning Objectives

Alexa Architecture and Components

  • identify the various capabilities of Alexa and their relevance
  • recall the technical architecture of Alexa along with the essential architectural components
  • list the essential features and scope of the Alexa Skills Kit
  • define the various approaches of building Alexa Skills in order to implement Alexa applications
  • describe the various essential skill models of Alexa
  • illustrate how we can use the Lambda service and its utilities in Alexa
  • demonstrate the steps involved in creating an Amazon Developer account for skill development
  • illustrate the essential elements and components of the Amazon Developer Console
  • list the various categories of skills along with their respective features
  • create a lambda function, configure the Alexa Skill to launch Lambda, and launch the Alexa Developer dashboard

 

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.