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Hiding Your Lambda Behind a Private API Gateway

Welcome to the Dark Side of the Gateway Deploying a Lambda behind a private API Gateway sounds like a straightforward idea — until you actually try to do it. On paper, it’s AWS’s answer to “secure serverless.” In practice, it’s like trying to assemble a flat-pack IKEA firewall while blindfolded, using…
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Operations transformation to navigate the VMware migration to AWS

IT operations are at the heart of every organization. Organizations leveraging VMware, have built and adapted to an operating model overtime that can seem daunting to migrate to the cloud. Amazon Web Services (AWS) migration impacts changes to your operations tooling, existing responsibility model, and operations processes tailored to their VMware…
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Automating Cost Optimization Governance with AWS Config

Overview A key benefit of using the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud is the ability to pay only for the services you consume. This granular control and elastic model enables you to achieve substantial savings compared to on-premise infrastructure. The practice of ensuring you are getting the most value for your investment,…
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Delegated Administrators Guide to Effective Controls in AWS Organizations

Introduction AWS Organizations provides the capability to centrally manage and govern your AWS environment. As an organization, you can delegate administration of specific AWS services integrated with AWS Organizations to authorized individuals or teams. Implementing effective controls for these delegated administrators is essential to ensuring the security, compliance, and operational efficiency…
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Embracing the Magic of Amazon Forecast: A Witty Guide for Business Owners

Greetings, business owners! In this whimsical blog post, I'll reveal the secret incantations to configure Amazon Forecast, along with a touch of wit and wisdom. So grab your wands, I mean, laptops, and let's get enchanting! Prerequisites: Unleash the Magic Before diving into the mystical configuration process, we must gather the…
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Migrating On-Premises Databases to AWS RDS: The Epic Journey to Cloud Supremacy

Attention, AWS Architects and CTOs! Buckle up for an exhilarating journey of migrating on-premises databases to the mighty realm of AWS RDS (Amazon Relational Database Service). As a seasoned AWS expert with years of experience, I'm here to guide you through this electrifying process while keeping downtime to a minimum. Get…
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AWS Lambda Unleashed – Harnessing the Power of Serverless Computing

Welcome, esteemed AWS aficionados, to an exciting journey into the realm of AWS Lambda! In this captivating adventure, we will explore the wonders of Serverless computing and unveil how Lambda can revolutionize your application development. Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the world of Lambda, using clever examples that…
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The Magic of AWS RDS and the Enchanting Realm of Database Management

Hello again, cloud enthusiasts! Today, we are going to embark on another extraordinary journey through the captivating realm of AWS RDS (Relational Database Service). As an expert in AWS, I am thrilled to guide you on this whimsical adventure, where we'll uncover the secrets and unleash the magic of RDS. So,…