01-AWS CLI.md

Install AWS CLI

The AWS CLI allows you to interact with AWS services from the command line.

Steps:

1. Download the AWS CLI installer:

   curl "https://awscli.amazonaws.com/awscli-exe-linux-x86_64.zip" -o "awscliv2.zip"

2. Install unzip if not already installed:

   sudo apt install -y unzip

3. Unzip the installer:

   unzip awscliv2.zip

4. Run the installer:

   sudo ./aws/install

5. Verify the installation:

   aws --version

6. Configure AWS CLI:

   aws configure

   Enter the following details:

   • AWS Access Key ID

   • AWS Secret Access Key

   • Default region

   • Default output format (e.g., JSON)

Steps to Retrieve AWS Access Key ID and Secret Access Key:

1. Log in to the AWS Management Console:

   • Go to AWS Console.

2. Navigate to the IAM Dashboard:

   • Click on Services and search for IAM (Identity and Access Management).

3. Create a New IAM User:

   • Select Users from the left menu and click Add Users.

   • Provide a username and select Programmatic Access as the access type.

4. Assign Permissions:

   • Choose an existing policy (e.g., AdministratorAccess) or create a custom policy.

5. Review and Create:

   • Review the settings and click Create User.

6. Download the Credentials:

   • Save the Access Key ID and Secret Access Key securely, and copy them to paste during the aws configure setup process.