Command Line Interface

  • A unified tool to manage AWS services via command-line commands.

  • Supports scripting and automation of AWS tasks and workflows.

  • Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.

  • Allows interaction with nearly all AWS services through commands.

  • Supports multiple AWS profiles to manage access to different accounts.

  • Enables configuration of default region and output format.

  • Integrates with AWS IAM for secure credential management.

  • Supports AWS Single Sign-On (SSO) for authentication.

  • Provides commands for resource creation, update, deletion, and querying.

  • Supports JSON, text, and table output formats for command results.

  • Enables parameter overrides and filters for precise data retrieval.

  • Supports pagination for handling large result sets.

  • Frequently updated with new AWS service features and commands.

  • Can be combined with other tools like AWS SDKs and CloudFormation.

  • Essential for DevOps, automation, and CI/CD pipelines involving AWS.

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