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aws-cloud-monitoring

Monitor AWS network health via CloudWatch metrics, alarms, and logs.

Updated Feb 28, 2026
Search Tags:#monitoring#logs#aws#metrics#cloudwatch#alarms
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dgethings/netclaw --skill aws-cloud-monitoring-dgethings
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: aws-cloud-monitoring
Source: https://github.com/dgethings/netclaw/tree/main/workspace/skills/aws-cloud-monitoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dgethings/netclaw --skill aws-cloud-monitoring-dgethings

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

AWS CloudWatch monitoring — metrics, alarms, log queries, VPC flow log analysis, network performance. Use when checking AWS alarms, analyzing VPC flow logs, investigating network latency, or monitoring VPN and NAT Gateway metrics.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Metrics: Query CloudWatch metrics for any AWS service (EC2, ELB, TGW, NAT GW, VPN)
  • Alarms: List and inspect CloudWatch alarms and their states
  • Logs: Run CloudWatch Logs Insights queries across any log group
  • Flow Logs: Analyze VPC and TGW flow logs for traffic patterns and dropped connections
  • Use Case: Continuously monitor AWS network health and detect performance degradation.

Quick Start

Install the MCP server, configure AWS credentials, and run a network health check to view CloudWatch metrics, alarms, and flow logs.

Frequently Asked Questions about aws-cloud-monitoring

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze VPC flow logs to identify dropped connections in my AWS network?▼

Analyze VPC flow logs to identify dropped connections by running CloudWatch Logs Insights queries across your VPC log groups. This Skill inspects traffic patterns and filters flow log records to pinpoint rejected network traffic and connectivity bottlenecks.

What AWS credentials do I need to query CloudWatch metrics and alarms?▼

Querying CloudWatch metrics and alarms requires AWS credentials configured via AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID, AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY, and AWS_REGION, or alternatively an AWS_PROFILE. These credentials integrate with the MCP server to authenticate and access your CloudWatch data.

Can I monitor NAT Gateway and VPN performance bottlenecks using CloudWatch?▼

Monitor NAT Gateway and VPN performance bottlenecks using CloudWatch by querying metrics like NAT Gateway traffic and VPN connection states. This Skill assesses these network metrics to detect performance degradation and identify infrastructure outages.

How do I check the state of CloudWatch alarms for AWS network health?▼

Check the state of CloudWatch alarms for AWS network health by listing and inspecting configured alarms. This Skill retrieves current alarm states across your AWS environment to alert you to active network anomalies and performance issues.

Does this Skill require an MCP server to access AWS CloudWatch logs?▼

Yes, accessing AWS CloudWatch logs requires MCP server integration. The Skill uses the MCP server alongside your configured AWS credentials to authenticate, query, and retrieve CloudWatch metrics, alarms, and log data.

Can I use this to investigate network latency across Transit Gateway connections?▼

Investigate network latency across Transit Gateway connections by querying CloudWatch Transit Gateway statistics and flow logs. This Skill analyzes TGW metrics to detect traffic bottlenecks and assess overall network performance.

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