Can this skill help optimize my cloud bill?

Yes, it includes specific strategies for reducing NAT Gateway costs, optimizing Transit Gateway attachments, and minimizing cross-region data transfer fees.

Which cloud providers does this skill support?

The skill provides standardized patterns and terminology compatible with all major providers, specifically offering mapping for Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure.

When should I use Hub-and-Spoke versus VPC Peering?

The skill recommends Hub-and-Spoke for environments with 5+ VPCs requiring centralized inspection, while VPC Peering is preferred for smaller setups where low latency and cost-efficiency are the priority.

How does this skill assist with network security?

It implements 'Never Trust, Always Verify' principles through microsegmentation, security group best practices, and the strategic use of Network ACLs to minimize blast radius.

Cloud Network Architecting

Name: Cloud Network Architecting
Author: ancoleman

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Cloud Infrastructure

Designs secure, scalable cloud network architectures using proven patterns for AWS, GCP, and Azure.

About

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for planning and implementing cloud network topologies, ranging from simple single-VPC setups to complex multi-cloud and hub-and-spoke architectures. It offers deep guidance on subnet strategies, zero trust security principles, hybrid connectivity, and cost optimization, helping developers and architects build resilient infrastructure that balances performance with security requirements.

Key Features

Standardized three-tier subnet strategies and CIDR planning
Zero trust networking and microsegmentation implementation
158 GitHub stars
Cross-provider mapping for AWS, GCP, and Azure networking services
Multi-pattern VPC design frameworks (Hub-and-Spoke, Full Mesh, Hybrid)
Network observability and cost optimization strategies

Use Cases

Designing a scalable VPC topology for new multi-environment enterprise cloud deployments
Planning secure hybrid connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud workloads
Migrating from flat network structures to segmented architectures for improved compliance

About

Key Features

Standardized three-tier subnet strategies and CIDR planning
Zero trust networking and microsegmentation implementation
158 GitHub stars
Cross-provider mapping for AWS, GCP, and Azure networking services
Multi-pattern VPC design frameworks (Hub-and-Spoke, Full Mesh, Hybrid)
Network observability and cost optimization strategies

Use Cases

Designing a scalable VPC topology for new multi-environment enterprise cloud deployments
Planning secure hybrid connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud workloads
Migrating from flat network structures to segmented architectures for improved compliance