Question

How would one run aws lambda locally (java) for testing?

I was able to find some information for the node, but not for java.

Answer 1

Take a look at these links for a better understanding of how to use Java in Lambda:

http://docs.aws.amazon.com/lambda/latest/dg/java-programming-model-req-resp.html 

and

http://docs.aws.amazon.com/lambda/latest/dg/java-gs.html

Also, check out this Docker AMI:

https://github.com/lambci/docker-lambda