Set up AWS Auto Scaling Group with launch template and scaling policies.
Tools & Technologies
AWSAuto ScalingEC2High Availability
Objective
Create Auto Scaling Group with dynamic scaling based on CloudWatch metrics.
Requirements
- Create launch template
- Create Auto Scaling Group
- Configure scaling policies
- Set up CloudWatch alarms
- Test scaling
Tips
Use target tracking for simplicity. Set appropriate cooldown periods. Use multiple AZs for HA. Monitor scaling activities. Use lifecycle hooks for custom actions.
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Intermediate(Challenging)
40 min
Est. Time
5
Requirements
4
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Cloud Platforms
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You should be comfortable with basic AWS concepts and have worked through beginner-level tasks before attempting this one.
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