In aws lambda, how can i add python libraries?

Question

Normally, I would just import packages directly on the Lambda code editor. But what should I do or how can I add the python libraries which I use locally? Help pls...

Answer 1

This solution is provided by AWS themselves. Please follow these steps to add python or any libraries you want to add.

Upload deployment package to your Lambda function

1. Open the AWS Lambda console.

2. Choose Functions on the navigation pane, and then open your function.

3. In the Function code section, expand the Code entry type drop-down list, and then choose to Upload a ZIP file.

4. Choose Upload, and then select your .zip file.

5. Choose Save.

6. Choose Test.

For more context on the same, check this out - https://aws.amazon.com/premiumsupport/knowledge-center/build-python-lambda-deployment-package/

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