Placement Empowerment Program
Cloud Computing and DevOps Centre
Use Cloud CLI Tools Install the CLI for your cloud provider (e.g.,
AWS CLI). Use it to list resources, upload files to
storage, and manage VMs.
Name: Bhavyaa.V Department: IT
Introduction and Overview
Cloud CLI tools, such as AWS CLI, allow users to interact with cloud services
directly from the terminal, enabling automation and efficient resource
management. This task involves installing the AWS CLI, configuring it with AWS
credentials, and using it to perform basic operations like listing resources,
uploading files to S3, and managing EC2 instances. CLI tools offer a faster and
scriptable alternative to the AWS Management Console, improving productivity.
By completing this task, you 'll gain hands-on experience in cloud automation and
resource control using command-line commands.
Objective
The goal of this project is to:
1. Learn Cloud CLI Basics – Install and configure AWS CLI to interact with
cloud resources using command-line commands.
2. Manage Cloud Resources – Use AWS CLI to list cloud resources, upload
files to S3, and manage EC2 instances efficiently.
3. Enhance Automation Skills – Gain hands-on experience in automating
cloud tasks, improving efficiency over manual AWS Management Console
operations.
Importance of Cloud CLI
Hands-on Learning & Efficiency – Cloud CLI provides direct interaction
with cloud services, enabling faster and more efficient management compared to
the web console.
Automation & Scripting – It allows users to automate repetitive tasks, such
as resource provisioning and deployments, improving productivity.
Remote Cloud Management – With CLI tools, users can manage cloud
resources from any terminal, making it ideal for DevOps, remote administration,
and large-scale cloud operations.
Step-by-Step Overview
Step1:
Search for "AWS CLI Installer for Windows" on Google and click the first link to
access the official website.
Step 2:
Click on the "Install/Update" option located on the left-hand side of the Apache
Lounge website. Select the link regarding your OS, Install by using the link
provided else use the msiexec command
Step 3:
Once installed, verify the installation by opening Command Prompt (cmd) or
PowerShell and running aws --version
It should return something like
aws-cli/2.x.x Python/3.x.x Windows/x86_64
Step 4:
Before using AWS CLI, you need to configure it with your AWS credentials.
Open Command Prompt and type aws configure
It will ask for:
AWS Access Key ID → Get it from AWS IAM > Security Credentials
AWS Secret Access Key → Get it from AWS IAM > Security Credentials
Default region name → Example: us-east-1 (Find yours in AWS Console)
Default output format → Keep it as json or press Enter for default
Step 5:
To see all storage buckets, Type aws s3 ls in cmd
To check running EC2 instances aws ec2 describe-instances in cmd
Step 6:
Create an S3 Bucket by typing aws s3 mb s3://your-unique-bucket-name
in cmd
Upload a file to S3 Bucket by typing aws s3 cp yourfile.txt s3://your-
unique-bucket-name/ in cmd
Step 7:
To Start an EC2 Instance, Type aws ec2 start-instances --instance-ids
<INSTANCE_ID> in cmd
Replace <INSTANCE_ID> with your actual instance ID
Expected Outcome
By completing this POC, you will:
1. Successful Installation & Configuration – AWS CLI will be installed
and configured with the correct credentials, allowing seamless
interaction with AWS services.
2. Ability to List Cloud Resources – You will be able to list AWS
resources such as S3 buckets, EC2 instances, and IAM users using CLI
commands.
3. File Management in S3 – You will gain hands-on experience in
uploading, downloading, and managing files in Amazon S3 using the
CLI.
4. EC2 Instance Control – You will learn how to start, stop, and reboot
EC2 instances from the command line, improving your cloud
management skills.
5. Improved Automation Skills – By using CLI instead of the AWS
Console, you will develop automation capabilities essential for DevOps
and cloud computing.
