Aws Services Cheat Sheet

Compute Services

● EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud): Virtual servers in the cloud, offering

scalable compute capacity.
● EC2 Auto Scaling: Automatically adjusts the number of EC2 instances
based on traffic.
● Lambda: Serverless compute service that runs code in response to events
without provisioning servers.
● Elastic Beanstalk: PaaS for deploying and managing applications in various
programming languages.
● Lightsail: Simplified virtual servers for simpler web applications.
● Elastic Container Service (ECS): Managed service for running Docker
containers.
● Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS): Managed Kubernetes service for
container orchestration.
● AWS Fargate: Serverless compute engine for containers.
● AWS Batch: Managed batch processing service for running large-scale
parallel and high-performance computing workloads.

Storage Services

● S3 (Simple Storage Service): Object storage with high durability and

scalability.
● EBS (Elastic Block Store): Block storage for EC2 instances.
● EFS (Elastic File System): Scalable file storage for Linux-based workloads.
● Glacier: Low-cost archival storage for long-term data.
● S3 Glacier Deep Archive: Extremely low-cost archival storage with
retrieval times in hours.
● Storage Gateway: Hybrid cloud storage service that integrates on-premises
environments with cloud storage.
● FSx for Windows File Server: Managed Windows file system.
 ● FSx for Lustre: Managed file system for compute-intensive workloads.
● S3 Transfer Acceleration: Speeds up file uploads to S3.

Database Services

● RDS (Relational Database Service): Managed relational databases

(MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Oracle, SQL Server).
● Aurora: High-performance managed relational database compatible with
MySQL and PostgreSQL.
● DynamoDB: Fully managed NoSQL database for key-value and document
data.
● Redshift: Data warehousing service for big data analytics.
● ElastiCache: In-memory caching service (supports Redis and Memcached).
● DocumentDB: Managed NoSQL document database service, compatible
with MongoDB.
● Neptune: Managed graph database service.
● Timestream: Managed time-series database for IoT and operational data.
● Qldb (Quantum Ledger Database): Immutable ledger database.
● Aurora Serverless: On-demand, auto-scaling version of Aurora.

Networking Services

● VPC (Virtual Private Cloud): Isolated cloud network for resources.

● Route 53: DNS and domain registration service.
● CloudFront: Content Delivery Network (CDN) for fast content delivery.
● Elastic Load Balancer (ELB): Distributes incoming application traffic
across multiple targets (e.g., EC2 instances).
● Direct Connect: Dedicated network connection between on-premises data
centers and AWS.
● Transit Gateway: Centralized hub to connect VPCs and on-premises
networks.
● VPC Peering: Connects two VPCs directly.
 ● PrivateLink: Securely access services over AWS's private network.
● Global Accelerator: Improves application availability and performance for
global users.

Security & Identity Services

● IAM (Identity and Access Management): Manage user access and

permissions to AWS resources.
● AWS Shield: DDoS protection service.
● AWS WAF (Web Application Firewall): Protects web applications from
common web exploits.
● KMS (Key Management Service): Manages encryption keys for securing
data.
● Cognito: User authentication and identity management for apps.
● GuardDuty: Threat detection service that continuously monitors for
malicious activity.
● Inspector: Security assessment service to find vulnerabilities in EC2
instances.
● Macie: Machine learning-powered data security service for discovering
sensitive data in S3.
● Secrets Manager: Securely stores and manages sensitive information like
database credentials.

Developer Tools

● CodeCommit: Git-based version control service.

● CodePipeline: Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)
service.
● CodeBuild: Build and test code in the cloud.
● CodeDeploy: Automates application deployment to EC2 instances and
Lambda.
● Cloud9: Cloud-based IDE for writing, running, and debugging code.
 ● X-Ray: Helps analyze and debug distributed applications.
● AWS SAM (Serverless Application Model): Framework for building
serverless applications.

Management & Governance Services

● CloudWatch: Monitoring and observability service for AWS resources.

● CloudTrail: Tracks user activity and API usage across AWS infrastructure.
● AWS Config: Monitors and records AWS resource configurations.
● AWS Organizations: Manage multiple AWS accounts and apply policies
across accounts.
● AWS Control Tower: Set up and govern a secure, multi-account AWS
environment.
● Service Catalog: Create and manage catalogs of approved IT services for
AWS resources.
● AWS Systems Manager: Unified interface for managing AWS resources
and automating tasks.
● AWS Trusted Advisor: Provides recommendations to optimize your AWS
environment.

Machine Learning Services

● SageMaker: Build, train, and deploy machine learning models.

● Rekognition: Image and video analysis using machine learning.
● Comprehend: Natural language processing (NLP) service for analyzing
text.
● Lex: Build conversational interfaces (chatbots) using voice and text.
● Polly: Text-to-speech service.
● Translate: Language translation service.
● Transcribe: Speech-to-text service.
● Forecast: Time-series forecasting for demand planning and resource
optimization.
 ● Personalize: Create personalized recommendations for users.

Analytics Services

● Athena: Query data in S3 using standard SQL.

● EMR (Elastic MapReduce): Big data processing using Hadoop and Spark.
● Glue: Managed ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) service for preparing data
for analytics.
● Kinesis: Real-time data streaming and analytics.
● QuickSight: Business intelligence service for data visualization.
● Data Pipeline: Orchestrates data workflows for processing and moving data.
● Kinesis Data Firehose: Real-time data delivery service to S3, Redshift, or
Elasticsearch.
● Kinesis Video Streams: Real-time video stream processing.
● Lake Formation: Simplifies the process of setting up and managing data
lakes.

Migration & Transfer Services

● DMS (Database Migration Service): Migrate databases to AWS.

● Server Migration Service (SMS): Migrate virtual machines to AWS.
● Application Discovery Service: Helps plan migration by discovering
on-premises applications.
● Snowball: Physical device for transferring large amounts of data to AWS.
● DataSync: Transfer large data between on-premises storage and AWS.

Cost Management Services

● AWS Budgets: Set custom cost and usage budgets.

● Cost Explorer: Visualize and analyze AWS costs and usage.
● Pricing Calculator: Estimate AWS service costs based on usage.
 ● Cost Anomaly Detection: Detect unusual spending patterns.
● AWS Cost and Usage Report: Detailed CSV report of your AWS usage and
costs.

Hybrid Cloud Services

● VMware Cloud on AWS: Run VMware workloads on AWS infrastructure.

● Outposts: Fully managed AWS infrastructure for on-premises environments.
● AWS Snowcone: Portable edge computing device for data collection and
transfer.

Other Key Services

● SQS (Simple Queue Service): Managed message queuing service.

● SNS (Simple Notification Service): Publish/subscribe messaging service.
● CloudFormation: Infrastructure as code service for automating resource
provisioning.
● Elastic Transcoder: A fully managed media transcoding service by AWS
that converts video and audio files into formats compatible with various
devices.
● AWS Well-Architected Tool: Helps review workloads against AWS best
practices.

AWS Exam Prep Tips

To help you prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam, here are some
tips that can increase your chances of success:

1. Understand the Exam Objectives

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam tests your understanding of AWS
Cloud concepts, services, pricing, and architecture. Key areas include:
 ● Cloud Concepts: Understand cloud computing, its benefits, and deployment
models (Public, Private, Hybrid).
● AWS Core Services: Know the main AWS services for compute, storage,
databases, networking, security, and machine learning.
● AWS Pricing and Billing: Learn about AWS pricing models, the Free Tier,
and AWS Cost Management tools.
● Cloud Security: Understand security best practices, AWS shared
responsibility model, IAM, and encryption.
● AWS Global Infrastructure: Learn about AWS regions, availability zones,
edge locations, and the global network.

2. Use the AWS Free Tier for Hands-on Practice

One of the best ways to prepare is by getting hands-on experience with AWS
services. The AWS Free Tier offers free access to a range of AWS services with
usage limits. This will allow you to explore services like EC2, S3, Lambda, and
more without incurring charges. Key services to explore:

● EC2: Launch and manage virtual servers.

● S3: Create and manage storage buckets.
● IAM: Set up users, groups, and roles to understand access control.
● CloudWatch: Set up basic monitoring for your AWS resources.
● Lambda: Write serverless functions and trigger them with events.

3. Focus on Key AWS Services

While the exam covers a broad range of services, it’s essential to focus on the most
commonly tested services:

● Compute: EC2, Lambda, Elastic Beanstalk

● Storage: S3, EBS, Glacier, EFS
● Databases: RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora
● Networking: VPC, Route 53, CloudFront, ELB
 ● Security: IAM, KMS, Shield, WAF
● Cost Management: AWS Pricing Calculator, AWS Budgets, Cost Explorer

4. Understand AWS Pricing and Billing

A significant portion of the exam covers AWS pricing and billing. Focus on the
following:

● AWS Pricing Models: On-Demand, Reserved, and Spot Instances for EC2.
● Free Tier: What services are available in the Free Tier and their usage
limits.
● Cost Management Tools: AWS Pricing Calculator, AWS Budgets, and
AWS Cost Explorer.
● Support Plans: Understand the different support plans (Basic, Developer,
Business, Enterprise) and their offerings.

5. Master the AWS Shared Responsibility Model

The AWS Shared Responsibility Model is a critical concept. It defines the division
of security responsibilities between AWS and the customer:

● AWS Responsibility: Security of the cloud (physical security, infrastructure,

etc.).
● Customer Responsibility: Security in the cloud (data encryption, access
control, etc.).

6. Review the AWS Well-Architected Framework

The Well-Architected Framework is a set of best practices for building secure,

high-performing, resilient, and efficient infrastructure for applications. It consists
of 5 pillars:
 ● Operational Excellence: Focus on monitoring, automation, and improving
processes.
● Security: Protect data and control access using encryption, identity
management, and secure infrastructure.
● Reliability: Ensure your system can recover from failures and scale with
strategies like multi-AZ and disaster recovery.
● Performance Efficiency: Use the right resources for your needs and scale as
required.
● Cost Optimization: Manage costs by optimizing resource usage and
selecting the right pricing options.

7. Take Practice Exams

Practice exams are an excellent way to gauge your knowledge and get a feel for the
types of questions you will encounter on the actual exam. AWS offers a practice
exam for the Cloud Practitioner certification, which mimics the format and
difficulty of the real exam.

8. Manage Your Time During the Exam

The AWS Cloud Practitioner exam consists of 65 questions, and you have 90
minutes to complete it. Here are some time management tips:

● Read each question carefully: Understand the question and eliminate

obvious wrong answers.
● Pace yourself: Don’t spend too much time on any one question. If unsure,
mark it and move on, then come back to it later.
● Use the process of elimination: Eliminate clearly incorrect options and
make an educated guess.

9. Stay Updated with AWS Announcements

AWS regularly launches new services and updates existing ones. Stay updated with
the latest announcements to ensure you are aware of any new features or services
that may be covered in the exam.

10. Relax and Stay Confident

On the day of the exam, ensure you’re well-rested and confident. Trust your
preparation and knowledge. Don’t rush through the exam, and take your time to
review your answers before submitting.

Breakdown of the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam Domains

Domain Weig Number of
ht Questions

Cloud Concepts 26% 17 questions

Security and 25% 16 questions

Compliance

Technology 33% 21 questions

Billing and Pricing 16% 11 questions

Key Focus Areas for Each Domain:

● Cloud Concepts: Understand basic cloud terms and AWS value.

● Security and Compliance: Focus on security models, IAM, and
compliance.
● Technology: Focus on AWS services, architecture best practices, and the
AWS Well-Architected Framework.
● Billing and Pricing: Learn AWS pricing models and cost management
tools.
With a solid understanding of AWS services, hands-on experience, and practice
exams, you’ll be well on your way to passing the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
exam. Good luck!