How to Build an Online Resume on AWS: Complete Project Guide
By Braincuber Team
Published on March 19, 2026
Building your online resume on AWS is the perfect project to demonstrate your cloud computing skills while creating a professional portfolio. This comprehensive guide will walk you through hosting a secure website using S3, Route 53, CloudFront, and Certificate Manager.
What You'll Learn:
- Create a professional resume using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Configure S3 bucket for static website hosting with public access
- Set up custom domain using Route 53 DNS management
- Obtain and configure free TLS/SSL certificate with AWS Certificate Manager
- Create CloudFront distribution for secure content delivery
- Implement HTTPS security and optimize performance
- Understand AWS service integration and cost management
- Build a portfolio project that demonstrates cloud expertise
Project Overview and Prerequisites
This project combines multiple AWS services to create a secure, professional online resume that showcases both your web development and cloud computing skills. It's an ideal portfolio project for demonstrating practical AWS knowledge to potential employers.
Understanding the Architecture
Learn how S3, Route 53, CloudFront, and Certificate Manager work together to create a secure, fast website.
Cost Analysis
Understand the costs involved: S3 (free tier), Route 53 ($10+ domain + $0.50/month), ACM (free), CloudFront (free tier).
Required Prerequisites
Set up AWS account with appropriate permissions, basic AWS experience, and budget alerts for cost management.
Project Benefits
Create a portfolio project demonstrating AWS skills, secure web hosting, and professional online presence.
Creating Your Resume Code
Before diving into AWS services, you'll need to create the actual resume content using standard web technologies. This is your opportunity to showcase both your professional information and web development skills.
HTML Structure
Create semantic HTML with sections for contact info, experience, education, skills, and achievements.
CSS Styling
Design a professional, responsive layout with modern CSS techniques and personal branding.
JavaScript Interactivity
Add dynamic features like contact forms, skill animations, or interactive elements to enhance user experience.
Asset Management
Organize images, icons, and other assets for optimal loading and professional presentation.
Setting Up S3 for Static Website Hosting
Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service) will serve as the foundation for your website hosting. You'll configure a bucket specifically for static website hosting and set up the necessary permissions for public access.
Create S3 Bucket
Navigate to S3 console, create a new bucket with unique name, and configure basic settings.
Enable Static Website Hosting
Configure bucket properties for static website hosting, set index document, and enable hosting.
Configure Bucket Policy
Create and apply bucket policy to allow public read access for website visitors.
Upload Website Files
Upload your HTML, CSS, JavaScript files and assets to the S3 bucket for hosting.
Setting Up Custom Domain with Route 53
Route 53 provides DNS management services that allow you to register domain names and configure routing to your AWS resources. You'll set up a custom domain that points to your S3-hosted website.
Register Domain or Use Existing
Either register a new domain through Route 53 or use an existing domain from another provider.
Create Hosted Zone
Set up a hosted zone in Route 53 to manage DNS records for your domain.
Configure Name Servers
Update your domain's name servers to point to Route 53 for DNS management.
Create A Record
Create an A record with alias to point your domain to the S3 website endpoint.
Setting Up SSL Certificate with Certificate Manager
AWS Certificate Manager (ACM) provides free TLS/SSL certificates that ensure secure HTTPS connections. This step is crucial for building trust with visitors and meeting modern web security standards.
Switch to US East Region
Important: Switch to us-east-1 (N. Virginia) region as CloudFront requires certificates from this region.
Request Public Certificate
Request a public certificate for your domain name through the Certificate Manager console.
Validate Domain Ownership
Create DNS validation records in Route 53 to prove domain ownership and complete certificate issuance.
Certificate Status
Monitor certificate validation status until it shows "Issued" and ready for use with CloudFront.
Creating CloudFront Distribution
CloudFront is Amazon's Content Delivery Network (CDN) that will serve as the frontend for your website, enabling HTTPS security and improved performance through edge location caching.
Create Distribution
Navigate to CloudFront console and create a new distribution pointing to your S3 bucket.
Configure Origin Domain
Select S3 website endpoint as origin domain, not the bucket endpoint, for proper functionality.
Configure SSL and HTTPS
Set alternate domain name, select custom SSL certificate, and redirect HTTP to HTTPS.
Set Default Root Object
Configure index.html as default root object and create distribution for deployment.
Final Configuration and Testing
The final steps involve updating your Route 53 configuration to point to CloudFront instead of directly to S3, then testing the complete setup to ensure everything works correctly with HTTPS security.
Update Route 53 A Record
Edit the A record in Route 53 to point to CloudFront distribution instead of S3 bucket.
Wait for Distribution Deployment
Allow several minutes for CloudFront distribution to fully deploy and become active.
Test HTTPS Security
Verify the padlock icon appears and HTTPS connection works properly on your custom domain.
Final Verification
Test all website functionality, mobile responsiveness, and performance across different browsers.
Portfolio Project
Create impressive portfolio project demonstrating AWS skills, web development, and secure hosting practices
Secure & Professional
Deploy professional online resume with HTTPS security, custom domain, and optimized performance
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this AWS resume project cost?
Within AWS Free Tier: S3 (free), Route 53 domain ($10+), hosted zone ($0.50/month), ACM (free), CloudFront (free). Total cost is typically $10-15 for the first year plus $0.50/month for the hosted zone.
Can I use a domain from another provider?
Yes! You can use a domain from any provider. You'll need to create a hosted zone in Route 53 and update your domain's name servers to point to Route 53 for DNS management.
Why do I need CloudFront if S3 can host websites?
S3 buckets cannot use SSL certificates directly. CloudFront acts as a CDN that allows you to apply the SSL certificate from Certificate Manager and provides additional security and performance benefits.
How long does it take to set up this project?
The setup typically takes 1-2 hours for the initial configuration, plus 15-30 minutes for CloudFront distribution deployment and DNS propagation time for your custom domain.
What happens if I want to delete everything later?
You can delete all resources: disable CloudFront distribution, delete Route 53 records, remove certificate from ACM, empty and delete S3 bucket. This stops all ongoing charges except for domain registration fees.
Build Your Professional AWS Resume Today
Create an impressive online resume that demonstrates your AWS expertise and web development skills with this comprehensive step-by-step project guide.