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Creating and Updating Stacks in AWS - Day 45

As we reach Day 45 of our #100DaysOfAWS journey, it's time to roll up our sleeves and get hands-on. Today, we're going to discuss on creating and updating stacks in AWS. Picture this as crafting your own digital infrastructure, where you have the tools to shape, modify, and optimize your resources effortlessly. So, let's get started on this crafting adventure!


Stacks: Building Blocks of AWS Infrastructure

Before we dive into the 'how,' let's briefly understand what stacks are. In AWS, a stack is a collection of resources that you can manage as a single unit. It's like having a box of Lego pieces; each piece (resource) fits together to build something greater, and you can modify the entire structure without handling individual blocks.


Creating a Stack: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Navigate to AWS CloudFormation: Think of AWS CloudFormation as your crafting table. It's where you'll design and manage your stacks. Find it in the AWS Management Console.

  2. Choose "Create Stack": Click on the magical "Create Stack" button. This is where you start selecting the type of infrastructure you want to create.

  3. Select a Template: Templates are your crafting blueprints. Choose a template that aligns with your project—whether it's a website, a database, or a combination of resources.

  4. Specify Stack Details: Give your stack a name and provide any additional details required. It's like adding a title to your craft project.

  5. Configure Stack Options: Customize your stack by adjusting settings like tags, permissions, and more. This is where you add personal touches to your creation.

  6. Review and Create: Take a final look at your settings, ensure everything is as you want it, and hit the "Create" button. Your stack is now in the crafting process.


Updating a Stack: Tweaking Your Digital Masterpiece

Crafting is an evolving process, and your digital infrastructure should be no different. Let's say you want to add a new feature or tweak an existing resource. Here's how you update your stack:

  1. Navigate to AWS CloudFormation: Return to your crafting table, aka AWS CloudFormation.

  2. Select the Stack to Update: Find the stack you want to modify and select it.

  3. Choose "Update Stack": Click on the "Update Stack" button, signaling that you're ready to make adjustments.

  4. Specify Changes: This is where you decide what modifications to make. Add new resources, change configurations, or remove elements—it's like fine-tuning your craft project.

  5. Review and Confirm: Just as in the creation phase, review your changes, make sure everything aligns with your vision, and confirm the update. Your digital masterpiece is now enhanced.


Understanding how to create and update stacks matters because it empowers you to shape your AWS infrastructure with precision. It's like having a crafting toolset that allows you to build, modify, and optimize your digital projects without starting from scratch.


As we wrap up Day 45, you've not only explored the concept of stacks but also learned how to create and update them in AWS. It's like having your own workshop in the cloud, where crafting your digital dreams is not just possible but also remarkably straightforward.


Stay tuned for more hands-on adventures as we continue our #100DaysOfAWS series.


And that's a wrap for this post.


Thank you for reading!


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