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How to use this path

Pick AWS or GCP as your primary lens (concepts transfer). Prefer a free tier/sandbox account. Never create public buckets with real data for fun.

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Sandbox access

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Confirm login to a non-prod account/project. Note region/project id.

Pro tip: Set a billing alarm on day one if you have account powers.

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Chapter learning outcomes
  • Provider pick
  • Sandbox
  • Cost awareness

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