AWS CloudFormation Best Practices

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Mastering AWS CloudFormation: Best Practices for Efficiency and Control

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Modular Templates:

Break down complex stacks into smaller, reusable templates.

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Parameterization:

Use parameters for dynamic stack customization.

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Resource Tagging:

Apply meaningful tags for resource identification.

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Documentation:

Maintain detailed documentation within templates.

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Continuous Integration:

Implement CI/CD for template changes.

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Stack Policies:

Use stack policies for controlled updates.

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Drift Detection:

Regularly detect and remediate drift in stacks.

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YAML over JSON:

Prefer YAML for improved readability.

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Resource Organization:

Organize resources logically in templates.

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Testing Stacks:

Thoroughly test stacks before deployment.