AWS Browser tools and extensions to enhance your experience

If you're just getting started with AWS (Amazon Web Services), navigating the Cloud Console can be a bit daunting at first. With its endless count of services and intricate configurations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Luckily, there are several handy browser tools and extensions that can simplify your AWS experience and make the learning curve less steep. In this article, we'll explore AWS tools and extensions, including additional options to enhance your AWS experience:

S3 Browser

1. Description: S3 Browser makes it easier to manage your Amazon S3 buckets and objects. It provides a simple interface for browsing, uploading, and downloading files directly from your browser.
2. Features:
   • Browse S3 buckets
   • Upload and download files
   • Simple and intuitive UI
3. Link: S3 Browser

AWS Extend Switch Roles

1. Description: This extension is indispensable for users managing multiple AWS accounts and IAM roles. It simplifies the process of switching roles by allowing you to define a configuration file that lists all the roles you frequently switch to. The extension then provides a dropdown menu within the AWS Console to quickly switch between these roles.
2. Features:
   • Easy role switching via a dropdown menu
   • Customizable configuration file
   • Support for different color schemes to distinguish between roles
3. Link: AWS Extend Switch Roles

AWS Console Recorder

1. Description: AWS Console Recorder is a developer tool that records actions taken in the AWS Management Console and converts them into AWS CLI commands, AWS CloudFormation templates, or Terraform configurations. This is incredibly useful for automating repeatable tasks or for creating infrastructure as code.
2. Features:
   • Records AWS Console actions
   • Generates CLI commands and infrastructure code
   • Supports CloudFormation and Terraform
3. Link: AWS Console Recorder

ConsoleMe

1. Description: ConsoleMe is an open-source tool designed to streamline AWS access management. It provides a web interface for requesting and assuming roles, viewing permissions, and integrates with AWS SSO to manage access more effectively.
2. Link: ConsoleMe

JSON Formatter

1. Description: JSON Formatter enhances the readability of JSON data. This is particularly useful when dealing with AWS API responses, IAM policies, or other JSON-based configurations. It automatically formats JSON into a readable and indented structure.
2. Features:
   • Automatic JSON formatting
   • Collapsible tree view
   • Syntax highlighting
3. Link: JSON Formatter

AWS Icons for Architecture Diagrams

1. Description: This extension provides a comprehensive set of AWS icons for use in architecture diagrams. These icons can be used in tools like Lucidchart, draw.io, or any diagramming tool that supports image import.
2. Features:
   • Collection of AWS service icons
   • High-resolution images
   • Supports various diagramming tools
3. Link: AWS Icons for Architecture Diagrams

AWS Pricing Calculator

1. Description: The AWS Pricing Calculator, gives you quick access to the AWS Pricing Calculator, helping you estimate the costs of AWS services based on your usage patterns and needs.
2. Features:
   • Estimate AWS costs
   • Access pricing calculators
   • Compare different pricing options
3. Link: AWS Pricing Calculator

awsicons.dev

1. Description: This open source website gives your easy assess to all available aws services icons.
2. Features:
   • Tag-based search
   • Search for only new icons using ‘new’: https://awsicons.dev/?query=new
   • Click-to-copy to the clipboard as SVG or JSX

Conclusion

These tools and extensions can greatly improve your productivity and efficiency when working with the AWS.