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Chris 0:00
Right? Let's jump into it. Today. We're gonna take a deep dive into AWS Trusted Advisor. Okay, you know, kind of like that super smart consultant, yeah? Whispering optimization and tips in your ear while you're, you know, building out your cloud infrastructure. And I know you're a mid level cloud engineer, so you're trying to level up your game, yeah, and Trusted Advisor is a great place to start. It's

Kelly 0:22
true. A lot of folks think of it as just a cost saving tool, but it's so much more than that, right? Imagine this. You're scrambling to meet a deadline, spinning up EC2 instances and configuring security groups left and right. Oh, yeah, it's easy to miss a step or two. Yeah, for sure, Trusted Advisor acts as that second set of eyes, constantly scanning for potential issues, whether it's security performance or even a simple misconfiguration that's costing you money.

Chris 0:50
That makes sense, but how would you define AWS Trusted Advisor for someone who's never heard of

Kelly 0:56
it? At its core, Trusted Advisor is an automated service that analyzes your AWS environment and gives you recommendations based on best practices. Gotcha, it's like having a team of AWS experts constantly reviewing your setup, okay, pointing out things you might have overlooked, yeah, and suggesting ways to optimize. So

Chris 1:16
it's like a constant code review, exactly, but for your entire AWS infrastructure,

Kelly 1:21
exactly, yeah. And the best part is, it's not just about theoretical best practices. Trusted Advisor is all about real world impact.

Chris 1:29
Can you give me a real world example, absolutely, where a Trusted Advisor could save the

Kelly 1:33
day? Let's say you're working on a new project and you're setting up an S3 bucket to store sensitive data. Okay, you think you've configured everything correctly, but Trusted Advisor might flag that the bucket is publicly accessible. Oh, wow, that's a huge security risk. That's a big deal, and Trusted Advisor catches it before any damage is done. So in

Chris 1:52
that case, Trusted Advisor could prevent a major data breach

Kelly 1:55
precisely. Or, let's say you're managing a bunch of EC2 instances for different applications, Trusted Advisor could identify instances that are consistently under utilized, recommend right sizing them or even shutting them down completely, so saving you a lot of money, saving you a significant amount of money on those monthly bills. Okay, so we've

Chris 2:17
established that Trusted Advisor can help with security and cost optimization. Yes. What other areas does it cover? It

Kelly 2:24
covers cost optimization as we discussed security, performance, fault tolerance and service limits. So five

Chris 2:31
Main Categories, five key categories, yes, pretty comprehensive. It really

Kelly 2:35
is a holistic view of your cloud infrastructure.

Chris 2:38
Okay, so let's dive into the features offered in each of these categories. Sure.

Kelly 2:42
Within each category, Trusted Advisor runs hundreds of checks. Okay, some of these checks are basic and available to all AWS users, while others are more advanced and require a higher support plan. For example, a basic check might flag a security group that's open to the world. Oh, wow. While a more advanced check might analyze your VPC flow logs to detect unusual network traffic patterns. So

Chris 3:05
there's a tiered system in terms of the analysis that you get back. Yes, exactly. That makes sense. But regardless of your support plan, what are the core benefits of using Trusted Advisor?

Kelly 3:17
The biggest benefit is that it provides proactive recommendations, okay? Instead of waiting for a problem to occur, Trusted Advisor constantly scans your environment and alerts you to potential issues before they escalate. That's great. It's like having a dedicated team of AWS experts continuously looking over your shoulder, yeah, without the hefty consulting fees, right?

Chris 3:37
Especially for teams that are stretched thin or don't have, like, a dedicated security or optimization expert on staff? Absolutely,

Kelly 3:43
yeah. And as we've already touched upon, the potential cost savings alone, yeah, can be a major justification, yeah, for sure, optimizing your resource utilization and taking advantage of cost saving features like reserved instances can make a significant impact on your bottom line.

Chris 3:59
All right, so Trusted Advisor sounds like a must have tool for any cloud engineer, yeah, but are there any limitations? Of course,

Kelly 4:07
no. Tool is perfect, right? It's important to remember that Trusted Advisor is not a replacement for a thorough Architectural Review, okay, experienced cloud engineers, so

Chris 4:18
not a substitute for human expertise in judgment,

Kelly 4:21
exactly. Okay, some of the recommendations might require deeper analysis to determine if they truly apply to your use case. Yeah, that makes sense. It's important to understand the context behind each recommendation and not blindly implement them. So

Chris 4:35
use the recommendations as a starting point for a deeper dive, not as like a set of rigid rules

Kelly 4:41
exactly, and as I mentioned earlier, access to the full range of checks and features is tied to your AWS support plan. Right? Users with the basic support plan might not have visibility into all the recommendations, so

Chris 4:54
that's something to keep in mind for anyone who's just getting started, exactly, it might be worth considering a higher support. Plan right to get access to those more advanced features,

Kelly 5:03
exactly. Okay, cool.

Chris 5:04
Let's talk about how Trusted Advisor fits into the broader AWS ecosystem.

Kelly 5:10
One of its strengths is its seamless integration with other AWS services.

Chris 5:15
Okay, how does it connect with other services I'm probably already using? Well, for

Kelly 5:19
example, Trusted Advisor integrates directly with AWS support. Okay, this means that if you need further assistance with a particular recommendation, you can easily contact AWS support, yeah, directly from the Trusted Advisor dashboard. So streamlined access to support. Yeah, no. Need to jump through hoops or open multiple tabs. That can be a lifesaver when you're facing a complex issue, indeed. Okay, and Trusted Advisor is also integrated into the AWS Management Console, okay, so you can access it alongside all your other AWS tools.

Chris 5:50
It's all about convenience and ease of use. Exactly You don't have to learn a whole new interface or jump between different platforms. Exactly, this

Kelly 5:57
tight integration makes it easy to review recommendations, track your progress and even set up custom notifications

Chris 6:03
so you can really make it your own. Okay, this all sounds incredibly useful. Yeah, I know our listeners are very interested in AWS exam preparation. Yes, and Trusted Advisor seems like something that could easily pop up on the exam. You're

Kelly 6:16
absolutely right. What

Chris 6:17
are your thoughts on that trusted

Kelly 6:18
advisor is frequently featured in exam questions, okay, testing your understanding of its core functionality and how it's used. So how to apply the knowledge Exactly. It's not just about memorizing definitions. It's about knowing how to apply this knowledge in real world situations. Okay,

Chris 6:35
so let's shift gears into exam prep mode. Okay, can you give me an example of a question that might appear on the exam absolutely about Trusted Advisor.

Kelly 6:44
A common question might ask you to explain the core functionality of AWS Trusted Advisor. Okay, a solid answer would describe how Trusted Advisor analyzes your AWS environment provides best practice recommendations across those five key categories we discussed earlier, yeah, and highlights potential issues related to cost, security, performance, fault tolerance and service quotas, so

Chris 7:06
demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of its capabilities exactly, not just a one sentence definition,

Kelly 7:11
exactly another question might present you with a specific scenario, okay, like receiving a Trusted Advisor notification about an underutilized EC2 instance,

Chris 7:21
yeah, that sounds like a pretty common situation, yeah, that any cloud engineer might face exactly in their day to day work. Yeah. How would you approach answering that kind of question on the exam?

Kelly 7:32
The key is to showcase your problem solving skills, okay, and your ability to apply Trusted Advisor insights. Gotcha, you'd want to outline the steps you take to address the notification this might involve verifying the utilization metrics

Chris 7:44
right. Don't just jump to conclusions. Make sure you're actually looking at the data exactly.

Kelly 7:48
Then you discuss potential solutions such as downsizing the instance type, leveraging cost optimization strategies like reserved instances or savings plans, or even terminating the instance if it's no longer needed. So having a range of options exactly, and a crucial point to emphasize in your answer is the importance of understanding your specific use case and business requirements before blindly implementing any recommendations,

Chris 8:17
right? So using the recommendations as guidance, not a rigid set of rules exactly.

Kelly 8:21
Okay. Now here's another question that often trips up exam takers, okay, how does Trusted Advisor differentiate between AWS accounts with various support plans? Yeah,

Chris 8:33
we touched upon this earlier when we were discussing the different levels of checks available.

Kelly 8:38
Right? A clear and concise answer would explain that certain checks and features, particularly those related to more advanced topics, are only accessible to accounts with higher tier support plans. Gotcha emphasize this disparity as it's a potential exam question trick Okay, designed to test your attention to detail.

Chris 8:56
So knowing the nuances of different support plans exactly and

Kelly 8:59
their impact on Trusted Advisor functionality is crucial for easing the exam. It's

Chris 9:04
about understanding the whole ecosystem exactly the exam

Kelly 9:07
often includes questions specifically designed to assess your understanding of these finer points. Okay,

Chris 9:13
this has been incredibly insightful. Yeah, I feel much more confident, okay, about both using Trusted Advisor in real world scenarios, yeah, and tackling those exam questions,

Kelly 9:25
I'm glad to hear that, but we're just getting started. Okay, there's so much more to uncover about Trusted Advisor. Okay? And in the next part of our deep dive, we'll really roll up our sleeves and get into some more in depth scenarios and exam style questions. Feels

Chris 9:39
good. I'm ready to take my Trusted Advisor knowledge to the next level. Great.

Kelly 9:43
All right, let's jump back into exam prep mode. Okay. Picture this. You're staring at an exam question about security best practices in AWS, and it mentions Trusted Advisor. Okay. How would you approach that? Okay, so.

Chris 9:59
That's a good one. Well, we already talked about how a Trusted Advisor can flag security vulnerabilities like those wide open security groups, exactly that makes your resources a hacker's dream.

Kelly 10:10
That's a solid start. You could also mention how Trusted Advisor checks for exposed access keys, which are basically like leaving your AWS house key is under the welcome mat. Oh, yeah, anyone could use those keys to wreak havoc. Ouch. Yeah, that's scary in your account, yeah? And it also checks for multi factor authentication being enabled on root accounts. MFA, yeah, that's like having a double lock on your front door, right? MFA is absolutely essential for securing your AWS environment and Trusted Advisor make sure you haven't forgotten this crucial security feature. It's

Chris 10:47
like having a super organized security checklist that you can't misplace Exactly,

Kelly 10:51
yeah? So a strong answer would highlight how a Trusted Advisor acts as a tireless security guard, right, constantly watching for potential threats, yeah, and reminding you to follow best practices. Okay, cool. You could even mention how Trusted Advisor can spot potential data exposure risks like S3 buckets that are accidentally configured to be publicly accessible. Oh, yeah,

Chris 11:12
data breaches are like the worst case scenario for a company, exactly. So having Trusted Advisor as that extra safeguard, yes, could really be the difference between a minor hiccup and a major crisis. Now

Kelly 11:22
let's shift gears and talk about cost optimization. Okay, how would you explain Trusted Advisors role in helping companies save money on their AWS bills? Well, we

Chris 11:32
already touched on some examples, like finding underutilized EC2 instances, right? That are just racking up charges while not doing much.

Kelly 11:40
You could expand on that by discussing how Trusted Advisor digs into your instance usage patterns, okay, and recommends right sizing them, okay, basically choosing a smaller, more cost effective instance type that still meets your needs, gotcha, or it might suggest switching to reserved instances or savings plans

Chris 11:59
right buying in bulk to get a discount, exactly like buying in bulk and

Unknown Speaker 12:02
getting a discount. Okay,

Chris 12:04
but what about storage costs? I know those can really add up in AWS, especially with S3 buckets. You're absolutely

Kelly 12:08
right. S3 storage costs can be sneaky, but Trusted Advisor can help you stay on top of those too. It can pinpoint buckets with data that isn't accessed very often, and recommend moving that data to lower cost storage tiers like S3 Glacier or S3 Glacier deep archive. So

Chris 12:28
aligning your storage choices with your actual usage patterns exactly make sure you're not paying a premium for storage you don't need precisely.

Kelly 12:34
And don't forget those EBS volume snapshots. Oh, yeah, Trusted Advisor can help you clean up those old snapshots that are no longer necessary. Okay, freeing up space and reducing your storage footprint. So

Chris 12:45
it's like decluttering your digital closets, exactly. Cool. So Trusted Advisor is a real multi tasker. When it comes to cost optimization, it really

Kelly 12:53
is okay. Now let's try a more challenging scenario. Okay, imagine an exam question asks you to troubleshoot a performance issue, okay, in your AWS environment using Trusted Advisor, okay, that one

Chris 13:05
requires some extra brain power. Well, I'd start by mentioning how Trusted Advisor can help identify those pesky performance bottlenecks, overloaded databases or instances that are running out of resources.

Kelly 13:18
You could then delve into specific checks within Trusted Advisor, okay, such as those that analyze database query performance, okay, or Spot Instances with consistently high CPU utilization, okay.

Chris 13:31
What about network performance? Absolutely? Could Trusted Advisor help diagnose those issues as well? It

Kelly 13:37
can alert you to potential network connectivity problems, okay, like misconfigured security groups or routing tables, okay, that could be causing your application to slow to a crawl. So

Chris 13:49
Trusted Advisor isn't just looking at individual resources in isolation, right? It's looking at how all those resources are interacting exactly and impacting the overall performance of the

Kelly 13:58
application Exactly, okay? So a strong answer would demonstrate your ability to use Trusted Advisors insights to pinpoint those performance bottlenecks and then suggest potential solutions. This really

Chris 14:11
drives home the point that knowing your way around Trusted Advisor isn't just about passing an exam. It's about being a more effective yes and proactive cloud engineer.

Kelly 14:20
Precisely, it's about taking that exam knowledge and applying it to real world situations, making you a more valuable asset to your team and your company. Okay? It's about turning that theoretical knowledge into practical skills.

Chris 14:34
Now let's say an exam question throws you a curve ball, okay, and presents a situation where your application suddenly needs to scale to handle a huge spoke in traffic, okay, how would you leverage Trusted Advisor in that kind of situation? That's

Kelly 14:48
an excellent question, and it touches on the critical concept of scalability, yeah, the ability of your system to grow and handle increased demand, right? While Trusted Advisor doesn't directly scale your app. Application, okay, it can certainly help you prepare for those crucial moments. Oh, so remember how Trusted Advisor keeps tabs on service limits? Yeah, it can sound the alarm if you're approaching the limits for a particular service, okay, such as the number of EC2 instances you can launch in a specific region.

Chris 15:17
Right? Hitting those limits could be a major roadblock when you need to scale quickly,

Kelly 15:21
exactly, a Trusted Advisor gives you a heads up, yeah, allowing you to proactively request limit increases from AWS, okay, or adjust your architecture to avoid hitting those

Chris 15:31
limits. So it's like having a scout out ahead, yes, warning you about those potential obstacles exactly, so you can plan your route accordingly precisely.

Kelly 15:38
Now let's dive into a topic that's often a bit more challenging for folks to grasp, fault tolerance, okay? Fault

Chris 15:45
tolerance that's all about designing systems that can gracefully handle yes hiccups and keep operating Yes, even when something goes wrong exactly,

Kelly 15:53
and Trusted Advisor can be incredibly helpful in identifying potential weak points, okay, in your architecture that could compromise fault tolerance.

Chris 16:03
Can you give me some specific examples? For instance,

Kelly 16:07
Trusted Advisor can check if you've properly configured multi-AZ deployments for critical services like RDS databases or elastic load balancers. This means you're not putting all your eggs in one basket, right? If one availability zone goes down, your system can seamlessly fail over to another one. So

Chris 16:25
it's all about redundancy and having backup plans in place exactly. Trusted

Kelly 16:29
Advisor can also sound the alarm about potential issues with your backup and disaster recovery strategies. Okay, it's like having a disaster preparedness kit ready to go.

Chris 16:39
So Trusted Advisor is like that super organized and proactive friend, yes, who's always reminding you to back up your data exactly and have a plan B. That's

Kelly 16:49
a great way to put it. It's about ensuring your systems are built on a solid foundation, right, that can weather those inevitable storms that come along. This

Chris 16:58
really makes me think that Trusted Advisor isn't just about ticking boxes exactly on a best practices checklist. It's

Kelly 17:04
about understanding the underlying principles, right, of good cloud architecture, okay, and using the tool to guide you towaRDS those principles. Okay, we've

Chris 17:14
covered a lot of ground so far. Yes, we have, but before we move on, I think it's important to address some common misconceptions, okay, about Trusted Advisor, yeah. What are some things that people often get wrong about this service? That's

Kelly 17:26
a great point. One common misconception is that Trusted Advisor is only about optimizing costs, yeah, but we know it's much more than that, while cost optimization is a major benefit, yeah, remember, it's only one piece of the puzzle. So it's

Chris 17:40
more than just a cost cutting tool. It's a holistic cloud optimization tool. Exactly,

Kelly 17:44
people often overlook its value in enhancing security, boosting performance and building those resilient and fault tolerant systems. Okay, so

Chris 17:53
that myth is busted. Yes. What other misconceptions do people tend to fall into? Another

Kelly 17:58
misconception is that Trusted Advisor is a one time fix it tool. Some users think they can just run it once, address the recommendations and then call it a day, but that's not really how it works. Absolutely not. The cloud environment is constantly evolving, right? And new potential issues or optimization opportunities can crop up at any time. So

Chris 18:18
it's like tending a garden. You can't just plant the seeds and walk away exactly. You have to keep weeding, watering and nurturing it exactly to make sure it thrives

Kelly 18:27
precisely. So it's about integrating Trusted Advisor into your regular cloud management routines, right, and using it for ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement, yeah. Another common misconception is that Trusted Advisor is some sort of magic wand, okay, that will automatically solve all your cloud challenges. But we know it's not a magic bullet. It's a powerful tool, for sure, but it's not a replacement, right? For a well architected cloud environment and the expertise of skilled cloud engineers,

Chris 18:58
you're still the one at the helm making those critical choices. Now here's another

Kelly 19:01
one that often comes up, okay, some users believe that they don't need Trusted Advisor, okay, if they already have an IR level AWS support plan,

Chris 19:09
right? But even with a dedicated support team, you still need that proactive monitoring, exactly those continuous insights, exactly that Trusted Advisor provides,

Kelly 19:19
and remember, higher support plans actually complement Trusted Advisor. Oh, okay, giving you access to even more specialized checks and features. So

Chris 19:28
it's like having a personal trainer and a cutting edge fitness tracker, exactly they work together to help you achieve your goals,

Kelly 19:34
and your dedicated support team won't be constantly monitoring every single aspect of your AWS environment, 24/7 right? Trusted Advisor acts as your around the clock watch dog, okay, alerting you to things that might otherwise slip through the cracks. So

Chris 19:49
it's about leveraging both human expertise and automated tools exactly to create a truly robust cloud infrastructure. Now

Kelly 19:57
let's debunk another myth. Okay, the. Idea that Trusted Advisor is only relevant for those massive, complex cloud deployments,

Chris 20:05
but even small businesses or individual developers can benefit from Trusted Advisor precisely, especially when it comes to security and cost optimization,

Kelly 20:13
exactly. And those mistakes can be just as costly for small business, yeah, as they are for a large enterprise, right? Trusted advisor helps level the playing field, giving all AWS users access to those valuable recommendations, okay, regardless of the size or complexity of their cloud environment,

Chris 20:30
it's like having a financial advisor exactly can help you manage your money, exactly, whether you're a seasoned investor, yes, or just starting out, exactly, everyone can benefit from sound financial guidance.

Kelly 20:41
That's a great way to put it. Now let's tackle another common misconception, okay, the belief that Trusted Advisor is too complex for beginners to use, right?

Chris 20:50
But AWS has done a good job making it user friendly, exactly even for those just starting their cloud journey.

Kelly 20:57
Even if you're a relative newcomer to AWS, you can easily navigate the Trusted Advisor dashboard, okay, review the recommendations and understand the basic concepts. It's like starting with the Beginners Guide before diving into the advanced techniques. So

Chris 21:11
you can start with the basics and gradually explore those more advanced features as your cloud expertise grows

Kelly 21:17
precisely and AWS provides a wealth of documentation and tutorials to help users of all skill levels get the most out of Trusted Advisor. Okay, it's a journey of continuous learning and discovery.

Chris 21:31
Okay, I think we've effectively debunked quite a few myths about Trusted Advisors. We have any other common misconceptions we should address? Let's talk about the

Kelly 21:41
belief that Trusted Advisor is only valuable during the initial setup, okay, of your AWS environment, but that's not true, is it? Absolutely not. Trusted advisors value extends throughout the entire life cycle of your cloud deployment, right? As your needs change, your workloads grow, and AWS releases new services or features, Trusted Advisor remains relevant, helping you adapt and optimize your environment every step of

Chris 22:07
the way. So it's a tool that evolves alongside your cloud journey precisely.

Kelly 22:11
Now let's tackle another misconception, okay, the idea that all Trusted Advisor recommendations should be implemented without question. But that's not always the best approach. Is it exactly? It's crucial to understand the context behind each recommendation and determine if it truly aligns with your specific business requirements. Yeah, you have to use your own judgment sometimes exactly, blindly implementing every recommendation without considering the bigger picture could actually lead to unintended consequences. So

Chris 22:39
using Trusted Advisor as a Trusted Advisor exactly, not as a dictator,

Kelly 22:43
precisely. Now, here's another misconception that often comes up, okay, some users think Trusted Advisor is only for those pursuing AWS certifications. Okay, while it's a valuable exam preparation resource, yeah, its benefits extend far beyond just passing a test.

Chris 23:01
It's about applying that knowledge to real world scenarios exactly, and becoming a more effective cloud engineer.

Kelly 23:07
So don't just study Trusted Advisor for the exam. Embrace it as a valuable tool in your cloud engineering arsenal.

Chris 23:14
This deep dive has been incredibly insightful. I'm glad. It's like peeling back the layers of an onion revealing more complexity and nuance. It's

Kelly 23:22
a service that offers tremendous value for cloud engineers at all levels. It's about empowering yourself with the knowledge and tools to build better cloud solutions.

Chris 23:32
All right, let's move on to the final part of our deep dive, okay, where we'll wrap up this exploration of Trusted Advisor. Sounds good and leave you with some final thoughts and tips great for your cloud journey. Okay, so we've spent some time unpacking AWS Trusted Advisor, yeah, and I feel like I've learned a ton, yeah, but before we wrap up, I'd love to hear some practical takeaways, okay, and maybe some insider tips from you sure, what are some actionable steps our listeners can take to really get the most out of Trusted Advisor.

Kelly 24:04
That's a great question. Yeah, I'm happy to share some of my favorite tips. Okay, cool. First and foremost, make Trusted Advisor a regular part of your cloud management routine. Okay, it's like brushing your teeth, right? You don't just do it once and call it a day, right? Consistency is key. Exactly. Schedule those regular check ins with Trusted Advisor, okay, maybe once a month or even weekly. Okay, depending on the pace of changes in your environment. Gotcha,

Chris 24:28
it's a chance to catch any new recommendations right and track your progress in addressing those existing ones. So

Kelly 24:34
building that habit of continuous improvement Exactly.

Chris 24:38
Now, here's a tip that often gets overlooked. Okay, don't be afraid to customize Trusted Advisor, okay, to fit your specific needs and preferences. Gotcha, it's a flexible tool, and you can tweak those notification settings, create custom checks, or even integrate it with other monitoring and management tools you

Kelly 24:57
might be using, yeah, making it work for you. Yeah, absolutely not. The other way around.

Chris 25:02
Another tip I always share is to take advantage of Trusted Advisors reporting capabilities. Okay, you can generate those detailed reports on your AWS environment's health, okay, security, posture and cost optimization opportunities.

Kelly 25:15
So those reports can help tell a story exactly, not just a bunch of numbers, exactly how those numbers are impacting the business, exactly

Chris 25:23
they paint a clearer picture of where things stand. Okay, cool. Now let's talk about a powerful feature

Kelly 25:29
that often flies under the radar. Okay, the Trusted Advisor API. The API, this allows you to progRAMmatically access all that juicy Trusted Advisor data and integrate it into your own custom applications or workflows. Okay, what kind of possibilities does that open up? The sky's the limit. Really. You could automate tasks, create custom dashboaRDS tailored to your specific needs, yeah, or even build your own intelligent alerting systems so it gives you way more control it does precisely. Now let's shift gears a bit and talk about the human element. As cloud engineers, we often need to communicate these technical insights from Trusted Advisor to our team members or clients who might not be as familiar with the technical details.

Chris 26:13
It's about bridging that communication gap exactly and making sure everyone understands the value that Trusted Advisor brings to the table,

Kelly 26:20
focus on the business impact of those recommendations, instead of just saying, Hey, you have an underutilized EC2 instance, right explain how right sizing that instance could save the company X amount of dollars per month.

Chris 26:33
So fRAMing those technical details in a way that resonates with business objectives, precisely financial considerations, and

Kelly 26:41
don't underestimate the power of analogies or visuals, yeah, for sure, to make those technical concepts more relatable and understandable.

Chris 26:48
It's really all about better communication and collaboration within a team.

Kelly 26:52
Absolutely, it's about fostering a culture of cloud awareness and continuous improvement throughout your organization. Now

Chris 27:00
let's touch on sustainability, which is becoming increasingly important these days. Yeah. How does Trusted Advisor fit into the bigger picture of building environmentally friendly cloud solutions? That's

Kelly 27:10
an excellent question, and it's something I'm passionate about. One of Trusted Advisors core functions is optimizing resource utilization, which directly contributes to reducing your Cloud's environmental footprint, right?

Chris 27:23
So if you're only using the resources that you actually need, you're consuming less energy exactly, which translates to lower carbon emissions

Kelly 27:30
exactly by identifying and addressing those inefficiencies. Okay? You're not only saving money for your company, Yeah, but you're also doing your part to create a more sustainable future. So

Chris 27:41
Trusted Advisor isn't just about technical best practices. It's also about aligning your cloud strategy with those broader sustainability goals precisely.

Kelly 27:50
Okay, as we wrap up our deep dive into AWS Trusted Advisor, okay, I want to leave our listeners with this thought, okay, Trusted Advisor is a powerful tool, yeah, but it's just one tool in your ever expanding cloud toolbox, right? Always be learning exactly. Stay curious. Experiment with new services and technologies, and never underestimate the power of community and collaboration, right? The Cloud world is constantly evolving, and the best way to stay ahead of the curve is to embrace that journey of continuous learning and

Chris 28:23
never stop diving deep, exactly those fascinating corners of the cloud

Kelly 28:28
until next time, keep learning, keep building and keep innovating in the cloud.

Chris 28:32
That wraps up our Trusted Advisor Deep Dive. Okay, we hope you found this exploration insightful and actionable. Yes, until next time, happy. Cloud computing. You.