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AWS Management Console

Information Technology > Cloud-based management

Description

The AWS Management Console is a web-based interface that allows users to manage and interact with Amazon Web Services (AWS). It provides a user-friendly dashboard to access and configure a wide range of AWS services, such as computing power, storage options, and networking capabilities. Users can perform tasks like launching virtual servers (EC2), managing storage buckets (S3), setting up databases (RDS), and configuring security settings (IAM). The console also offers tools for monitoring resource usage, optimizing costs, and automating infrastructure deployment. Designed for both beginners and advanced users, the AWS Management Console simplifies cloud management, making it easier to build, deploy, and scale applications in the cloud.

Stack

AWS

Expected Behaviors

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LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

At the fundamental awareness level, individuals can navigate the AWS Management Console, understand basic service categories, set up accounts, view billing information, and access documentation and support resources.

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LEVEL 2

Novice

Novices can create and manage IAM users, set up multi-factor authentication, launch EC2 instances, manage S3 buckets, and configure basic security groups, demonstrating a foundational understanding of AWS services.

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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Intermediate users are capable of creating and managing VPCs, setting up CloudWatch alarms, configuring auto-scaling groups, implementing IAM roles and policies, and using the AWS CLI for basic operations, showing a deeper operational knowledge.

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LEVEL 4

Advanced

Advanced practitioners can configure Route 53 for DNS management, manage RDS instances, implement elastic load balancing, use CloudFormation for infrastructure as code, and monitor and optimize costs with AWS Cost Explorer, indicating a high level of proficiency.

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LEVEL 5

Expert

Experts design and implement CI/CD pipelines with AWS CodePipeline, manage advanced networking with AWS Transit Gateway, implement advanced security measures with AWS WAF and Shield, optimize performance with AWS Trusted Advisor, and architect highly available and fault-tolerant systems, showcasing mastery in AWS management.

Micro Skills

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LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

Logging into the AWS Management Console
Identifying Key Sections of the Console
Using the Search Bar to Find Services
Customizing the Dashboard
Accessing Recently Visited Services
Overview of Compute Services
Overview of Storage Services
Overview of Database Services
Overview of Networking Services
Overview of Security Services
Creating an AWS Account
Setting Up Billing Alerts
Configuring Account Settings
Managing Contact Information
Setting Up Payment Methods
Accessing the Billing Dashboard
Understanding the Billing Summary
Viewing Detailed Billing Reports
Setting Up Cost Allocation Tags
Downloading Billing Data
Navigating the AWS Documentation Site
Using the AWS Knowledge Center
Accessing AWS Support Plans
Submitting a Support Ticket
Using AWS Forums and Community Resources
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LEVEL 2

Novice

Navigating to the IAM Dashboard
Creating a New IAM User
Assigning Permissions to IAM Users
Generating Access Keys for IAM Users
Managing IAM User Password Policies
Understanding MFA Concepts
Enabling MFA for the Root Account
Configuring Virtual MFA Devices
Managing MFA Devices for IAM Users
Troubleshooting Common MFA Issues
Selecting an Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Choosing an Instance Type
Configuring Instance Details
Adding Storage to Your Instance
Reviewing and Launching the Instance
Navigating to the S3 Console
Creating a New S3 Bucket
Setting Bucket Permissions
Uploading Objects to S3
Configuring Bucket Versioning
Understanding Security Group Concepts
Creating a New Security Group
Adding Inbound Rules
Adding Outbound Rules
Associating Security Groups with Instances
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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Understanding VPC Components (Subnets, Route Tables, Internet Gateways)
Creating a New VPC
Configuring Subnets within a VPC
Setting Up Route Tables and Routes
Associating Security Groups with VPC Resources
Understanding CloudWatch Metrics
Creating Custom CloudWatch Alarms
Configuring Alarm Actions (SNS Notifications, Auto Scaling)
Monitoring EC2 Instances with CloudWatch
Setting Up Billing Alarms
Understanding Auto Scaling Concepts
Creating Launch Configurations and Templates
Setting Up Auto Scaling Policies
Configuring Scaling Triggers and Conditions
Monitoring Auto Scaling Activities
Understanding IAM Role Use Cases
Creating and Managing IAM Roles
Attaching Policies to Roles
Configuring Trust Relationships
Using IAM Roles with AWS Services
Installing and Configuring AWS CLI
Understanding AWS CLI Commands and Syntax
Managing S3 Buckets and Objects via CLI
Launching and Managing EC2 Instances via CLI
Automating Tasks with AWS CLI Scripts
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LEVEL 4

Advanced

Creating Hosted Zones
Configuring DNS Records
Setting Up Health Checks
Implementing Traffic Flow Policies
Using Route 53 Resolver
Launching an RDS Instance
Configuring Security Groups for RDS
Setting Up Automated Backups
Monitoring RDS Performance
Implementing Multi-AZ Deployments
Creating an Application Load Balancer
Configuring Target Groups
Setting Up Listener Rules
Monitoring Load Balancer Metrics
Implementing Cross-Zone Load Balancing
Writing CloudFormation Templates
Deploying Stacks
Updating and Deleting Stacks
Using Change Sets
Managing Stack Outputs and Exports
Navigating the Cost Explorer Interface
Creating Cost and Usage Reports
Analyzing Cost and Usage Trends
Setting Up Budget Alerts
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LEVEL 5

Expert

Setting Up Source Repositories
Configuring Build Stages with AWS CodeBuild
Integrating Testing Frameworks
Deploying Applications with AWS CodeDeploy
Monitoring Pipeline Execution
Creating and Configuring Transit Gateways
Attaching VPCs to Transit Gateways
Configuring Route Tables for Transit Gateways
Implementing Security Controls for Transit Gateways
Monitoring and Troubleshooting Transit Gateway Connections
Setting Up AWS WAF Web ACLs
Creating and Managing WAF Rules
Configuring AWS Shield for DDoS Protection
Monitoring Security Events with AWS Security Hub
Integrating AWS WAF with CloudFront
Running AWS Trusted Advisor Checks
Interpreting Trusted Advisor Recommendations
Implementing Cost Optimization Strategies
Enhancing Security Posture Based on Recommendations
Improving Performance and Fault Tolerance
Designing Multi-AZ Architectures
Implementing Auto Scaling for High Availability
Configuring Cross-Region Replication
Using Elastic Load Balancing for Fault Tolerance
Implementing Backup and Disaster Recovery Solutions

Skill Overview

  • Expert2 years experience
  • Micro-skills124
  • Roles requiring skill0

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