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aws-solution-architect

Design AWS architectures and generate CloudFormation, CDK, and Terraform templates with cost analysis.

1|Updated May 10, 2026
Search Tags:#serverless#aws#cloudformation#infrastructure as code#architecture design#cost optimization#terraform
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npx skills add https://github.com/Tgoldi/claude-skills --skill aws-solution-architect-tgoldi
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Skill: aws-solution-architect
Source: https://github.com/Tgoldi/claude-skills/tree/main/aws-solution-architect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Tgoldi/claude-skills --skill aws-solution-architect-tgoldi

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What problem does it solve? Choosing the right AWS services, estimating costs, and writing infrastructure-as-code from scratch is time-consuming and error-prone, especially for startup teams with limited cloud experience. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Architecture Pattern Recommendation: Selects from six patterns (serverless web, event-driven microservices, three-tier, data pipeline, GraphQL backend, multi-region) based on users, budget, and compliance needs. - IaC Template Generation: Produces CloudFormation YAML, CDK TypeScript, and Terraform HCL for a serverless stack including Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and Cognito. - Cost Optimization Analysis: Scans a resource inventory for idle EC2 instances, missing S3 lifecycle policies, over-provisioned Lambda memory, and Savings Plans opportunities. - Use Case: A startup with 50k users and a $1500/month budget asks for a scalable SaaS architecture and receives a three-tier ECS Fargate design with Aurora, cost breakdown, and deployable templates. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to design a serverless MVP backend for a mobile app with 1000 users and a $100 monthly budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about aws-solution-architect

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FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a CloudFormation template for a serverless AWS app?▼

Run the serverless_stack.py script with an app name and region to produce a CloudFormation YAML template. The output includes API Gateway, Lambda, DynamoDB with pay-per-request billing, a Cognito user pool, and least-privilege IAM roles.

What AWS architecture pattern should I use for a SaaS startup?▼

For under 10k users, the serverless web pattern with Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB keeps costs near $50-500 monthly. Between 10k and 500k users, the three-tier pattern with ECS Fargate, Aurora, and ElastiCache is recommended.

How can I reduce my monthly AWS bill?▼

Run the cost_optimizer.py script with your resource inventory and current spend. It identifies idle EC2 instances, missing S3 lifecycle policies, over-provisioned Lambda memory, unattached Elastic IPs, and Savings Plans opportunities with estimated savings per item.

Does the skill support Terraform and CDK in addition to CloudFormation?▼

Yes, the stack generator outputs all three formats: CloudFormation YAML, AWS CDK in TypeScript, and Terraform HCL. Each defines the same serverless stack with DynamoDB, Cognito, Lambda, and API Gateway.

What are the limitations of the serverless AWS pattern?▼

Lambda has a 15-minute execution limit and 10GB memory cap, API Gateway has a 29-second timeout and 10MB payload limit, and DynamoDB items are capped at 400KB. Cold starts add 100-500ms latency, and the pattern creates AWS vendor lock-in.

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