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| # Typical AWS Architecture in Terraform
module "vpc" {
source = "terraform-aws-modules/vpc/aws"
name = "production-vpc"
cidr = "10.0.0.0/16"
azs = ["us-east-1a", "us-east-1b", "us-east-1c"]
private_subnets = ["10.0.1.0/24", "10.0.2.0/24", "10.0.3.0/24"]
public_subnets = ["10.0.101.0/24", "10.0.102.0/24", "10.0.103.0/24"]
enable_nat_gateway = true
single_nat_gateway = false # HA NAT
tags = {
Environment = "production"
Terraform = "true"
}
}
module "eks" {
source = "terraform-aws-modules/eks/aws"
cluster_name = "ai-platform"
cluster_version = "1.28"
vpc_id = module.vpc.vpc_id
subnet_ids = module.vpc.private_subnets
eks_managed_node_groups = {
general = {
instance_types = ["m5.large"]
min_size = 2
max_size = 10
desired_size = 3
}
ai_workloads = {
instance_types = ["g4dn.xlarge"] # GPU for AI
min_size = 0
max_size = 5
desired_size = 1
}
}
}
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AWS Architecture Patterns I Implement
| Pattern | Use Case | Services |
|---|
| Serverless API | Low-traffic, event-driven | Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB |
| Container Platform | Microservices at scale | EKS, ECR, ALB, RDS |
| Data Pipeline | ETL, analytics | S3, Glue, Athena, Redshift |
| AI/ML Platform | Model training and serving | SageMaker, EKS with GPU, S3 |
| Multi-Region HA | Global, fault-tolerant | Route 53, CloudFront, RDS Multi-AZ |
Cost Optimization Strategies
I’ve helped companies reduce AWS costs by 40-50% through:
- Right-sizing: Match instance types to actual needs
- Reserved Instances: Commit for 1-3 years for steady workloads
- Spot Instances: Use for fault-tolerant workloads
- Auto-scaling: Scale down during off-hours
- Storage Tiering: S3 lifecycle policies for cold data
- Architecture Review: Eliminate over-provisioning
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does AWS consulting cost?
AWS consulting costs $120-200 per hour for senior architects. Project costs: architecture review $5,000-15,000, infrastructure setup $25,000-75,000, full cloud migration $75,000-300,000+. AWS architecture investments typically pay for themselves through: reduced AWS bills (30-50% savings), improved reliability, and faster deployments. I’ve reduced client AWS bills by 40%+ through optimization.
How do I reduce my AWS bill?
Reduce AWS costs through: right-sizing instances (most are over-provisioned), Reserved Instances/Savings Plans (save 30-60% on compute), spot instances for appropriate workloads, S3 lifecycle policies, unused resource cleanup, and architecture optimization. I’ve helped companies save 30-50% on AWS. Start with AWS Cost Explorer to identify your biggest spending areas.
AWS vs Azure vs Google Cloud: which should I choose in 2025?
Choose AWS for: broadest service catalog, most mature platform, largest community. Choose Azure for: Microsoft ecosystem, enterprise Windows. Choose GCP for: data/ML (BigQuery, Vertex AI), Kubernetes (GKE). AWS has ~32% market share, Azure ~23%, GCP ~10%. Most of my clients use AWS; I work with all three.
How long does AWS cloud migration take?
AWS migration timeline: simple application 2-4 weeks, multi-service system 2-4 months, enterprise migration 6-18 months. Factors: application complexity, data volume, compliance requirements, and team readiness. I recommend phased migration over “big bang”, start with non-critical workloads, learn, then migrate critical systems.
Is AWS certification necessary for AWS consulting?
Not strictly necessary, but helpful. What matters more: production experience, cost optimization track record, and security knowledge. I have extensive AWS production experience across Lambda, ECS, RDS, S3, and CloudFormation. Look for consultants who’ve actually built and operated AWS infrastructure, not just passed exams.
Pillar: Cloud & DevOps Services
Experience:
Case Studies: Cannabis E-commerce Platform | IoT Agriculture Data Pipeline | Django CMS Content Automation
Related Technologies: Docker/Kubernetes, Python, PostgreSQL