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Case Studies and Best Practices Flashcards

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Q: Why are case studies important in understanding AWS services?

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A: They highlight real-world examples of how organizations use AWS to solve problems, optimize performance, and reduce costs.

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Q: How does Netflix use AWS?

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A: Netflix leverages AWS for scalable video streaming, data analytics, and content delivery using services like S3, EC2, and DynamoDB.

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Q: How does Airbnb benefit from AWS?

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A: Airbnb uses AWS for global scalability, data analytics, and DevOps automation with services like RDS, Elastic Load Balancer (ELB), and CloudFront.

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Q: How does NASA JPL use AWS?

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A: NASA JPL uses AWS to process and store images from Mars rovers, leveraging S3, EC2 Spot Instances, and CloudFront.

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Q: What is FINRA’s use case on AWS?

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A: FINRA uses AWS to process billions of financial records daily, relying on services like Redshift, EMR, and S3 for big data analytics.

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Q: How does Capital One leverage AWS?

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A: Capital One uses AWS for application modernization, machine learning, and regulatory compliance using services like Lambda, SageMaker, and KMS.

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Q: What are the general AWS best practices for any workload?

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A: Follow the AWS Well-Architected Framework, implement security best practices, and use monitoring and cost management tools.

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Q: What are the five pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework?

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  • Operational Excellence
  • Security
  • Reliability
  • Performance Efficiency
  • Cost Optimisation
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Q: What are best practices for operational excellence in AWS?

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A: Automate operations, use infrastructure as code (IaC), and conduct regular reviews of systems and processes.

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Q: What are the key security best practices in AWS?

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A: Implement IAM roles, enable encryption, use security groups, monitor with CloudTrail, and conduct regular audits.

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Q: What are reliability best practices in AWS?

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A: Design for failure, replicate across AZs/Regions, use backups, and implement automated recovery mechanisms.

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Q: How can performance efficiency be achieved on AWS?

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A: Use scalable architectures, optimize network performance, and select the appropriate AWS services for workloads.

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Q: What are best practices for cost optimization in AWS?

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A: Use Reserved or Spot Instances, implement lifecycle policies, and monitor costs with AWS Budgets and Cost Explorer.

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Q: What are the best practices for disaster recovery in AWS?

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A: Define RTO and RPO, replicate data across regions, and test disaster recovery plans regularly.

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Q: How did Intuit leverage AWS for machine learning?

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A: Intuit uses SageMaker for training models to predict financial fraud and improve customer experiences.

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Q: How did iRobot use AWS serverless services?

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A: iRobot uses AWS Lambda, IoT Core, and DynamoDB to manage and process data from connected home devices.

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Q: How does Zalando benefit from AWS?

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A: Zalando uses AWS for scalability, event-driven architectures, and cost-efficient analytics with services like Kinesis and Redshift.

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Q: What are the best practices for IoT on AWS?

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A: Use AWS IoT Core for secure device communication, implement IoT Device Defender for security, and process data with Kinesis or Lambda.

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Q: How does Philips HealthSuite use AWS?

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A: Philips uses AWS for processing and securely storing healthcare data, leveraging S3, EC2, and KMS for HIPAA compliance.

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Q: How does Lyft use AWS for real-time analytics?

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A: Lyft uses Kinesis and DynamoDB to process and analyze ride data in real time, optimizing routes and customer experiences.

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Q: What are the best practices for startups using AWS?

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A: Start small with scalable architectures, use managed services like RDS and Lambda, and monitor costs closely.

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Q: How does AWS support financial services?

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A: AWS offers secure, compliant solutions like Fargate for processing, SageMaker for analytics, and RDS for transactional workloads.

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Q: What are the best practices for deploying global applications?

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A: Use multi-region deployments, Amazon CloudFront for content delivery, and Route 53 for DNS failover.

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Q: How does Disney+ use AWS for content delivery?

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A: Disney+ leverages CloudFront and S3 for scalable, low-latency global video streaming.

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Q: What are the best practices for hybrid cloud setups?

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A: Use AWS Outposts for seamless integration, Direct Connect for low-latency connections, and centralized management with Systems Manager.

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Q: What are the best practices for compliance in AWS?

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A: Use AWS Artifact for compliance reports, enable CloudTrail for auditing, and implement encryption with KMS.

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Q: How does Blackboard use AWS?

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A: Blackboard uses AWS to scale its learning management system globally, leveraging services like EC2 and RDS.

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Q: What are the best practices for backup and archival in AWS?

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A: Use AWS Backup, S3 lifecycle policies, and Glacier for long-term data storage.

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Q: What are the best practices for DevOps in AWS?

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A: Automate CI/CD pipelines with CodePipeline, use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with CloudFormation, and monitor with CloudWatch.

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Q: How does the UK Ministry of Justice use AWS?

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A: The UK Ministry of Justice uses AWS to host and scale digital services, ensuring compliance and cost-efficiency.

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Q: How did Time Inc. save costs with AWS?

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A: Time Inc. migrated to AWS and optimized workloads using Spot Instances, achieving 60% cost savings.

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Q: How does AWS support sustainability efforts?

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A: AWS offers energy-efficient infrastructure, supports carbon-neutral regions, and encourages efficient resource use.

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Q: What are the best practices for large-scale migrations to AWS?

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A: Use AWS Migration Hub, break the migration into phases, and test workloads post-migration.

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Q: How does Monzo use AWS for open banking?

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A: Monzo uses AWS for secure data storage, scalable API hosting, and real-time transaction processing.

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Q: How does Shell use AWS?

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A: Shell uses AWS for data analytics in oil exploration, leveraging Redshift and SageMaker.

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Q: What tools are best for managing costs in AWS?

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A: AWS Budgets, Cost Explorer, and Trusted Advisor.

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Q: What are the best practices for building SaaS applications on AWS?

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A: Use multi-tenancy with isolated data stores, leverage serverless services like Lambda, and monitor tenant usage.

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Q: How does Slack use AWS for real-time messaging?

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A: Slack leverages EC2, S3, and DynamoDB for scalable messaging and file storage.

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Q: What are best practices for advanced analytics on AWS?

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A: Use Redshift for data warehousing, Kinesis for streaming data, and QuickSight for visualization.

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Q: What is the key takeaway from AWS case studies?

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A: AWS enables scalability, cost efficiency, and innovation across industries, with tailored solutions for diverse workloads.

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