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🌟 Day 42: IAM Programmatic Access and AWS CLI 🌟

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Hello, cloud adventurers! Today, we're diving into the exciting world of AWS programmatic access and the handy AWS CLI 🚀 ☁. Don't worry; it's simpler than it sounds! 😄

IAM Programmatic Access 🤖

To work with your AWS account using a terminal or system, you'll need two special keys: AWS Access keys and AWS Secret Access keys. These keys serve as your digital identity, allowing you to interact with AWS services securely.

🎬 Watch this video for a detailed walkthrough on IAM programmatic access.

AWS CLI: Your Cloud Superpower 💪

Meet the AWS Command Line Interface (AWS CLI)! It's like a Swiss Army knife for managing your AWS services. With this single tool, you can control a whole bunch of AWS services right from your command line, and even automate tasks with scripts.

The AWS CLI v2 comes with some fantastic new features, including better installers, new configuration options (like AWS IAM Identity Center, the successor to AWS SSO), and some interactive goodness.

Task-01: Get Your AWS Access Keys 🔑

First things first, let's grab your AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID and AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY. These are like your keys to the AWS kingdom. You can get them from the AWS Console. Keep them super-secret! 🤫

Task-02: Set Up and Install AWS CLI 🛠️

Now, it's time to get the AWS CLI up and running. Here's how:

  1. Install AWS CLI: Depending on your system, you might need to use different commands to install it. But don't worry, AWS has your back with installation guides for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

  2. Configure Your Account: Once you've installed AWS CLI, use the aws configure command to set up your account credentials. It will prompt you to enter your AWS Access keys and some other info.

Voilà! You're all set to unleash the power of AWS CLI and start managing your cloud resources with ease. 🎉

Remember, with great power comes great responsibility. Be cautious when using programmatic access and AWS CLI, and always keep your credentials safe. 🙌

That's it for today, cloud enthusiasts! Happy coding in the AWS cloud, and stay tuned for more AWS adventures! 🚀☁🌟

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