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og-aws (The Open Guide to Amazon Web Services) is a community-maintained reference that consolidates tips, best practices, and practical knowledge for effectively using AWS. Unlike official AWS documentation, which provides only formal product details, this guide integrates real-world experiences, advice, and caveats gathered from engineers who work with AWS daily. It covers core services such as EC2, S3, IAM, load balancers, and EBS, while also providing insights into optional and advanced services. The guide is designed to be concise, practical, and continuously updated, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced cloud practitioners. It addresses topics like cost management, lock-in risks, service selection, and alternatives, helping users make informed architectural decisions. As a collaborative effort, og-aws grows and evolves with community contributions, ensuring its content remains relevant in the fast-changing cloud ecosystem.
Features
- Consolidates AWS best practices, tips, and pitfalls into one living guide
- Written by and for engineers with real-world AWS experience
- Covers core infrastructure services and selected advanced AWS offerings
- Provides thoughtful commentary on costs, lock-in, and alternatives
- Uses symbols to highlight tips, gotchas, undocumented features, and caveats
- Continuously updated through community contributions and reviews
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