Running gradle build will trigger the download of the SDK components into your local cache. Method 3: Manual Download (JAR Files)

you need to keep your application "lean."

If you are working in an environment without internet access or build tools, you can download the JAR files manually. Navigate to the Maven Central Repository . Search for software.amazon.awssdk . Select the module you need (e.g., s3 , auth , or regions ). Click the link to grab the .jar file.

Mastering Your Setup: How to Download and Install the AWS SDK for Java