AWS Deep Learning AMI vs. Deep Learning Containers

If you’re diving into machine learning on AWS, you’ve probably come across AWS Deep Learning AMIs (DLAMI) and AWS Deep Learning Containers (DLC). Both are pre-built environments designed to save you the headache of installing TensorFlow, PyTorch, MXNet, or other ML frameworks from scratch. But they serve different use cases. This guide will help you understand what each option is, how they differ, and when to use them.