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awsideman Documentation

This directory contains user-focused documentation for awsideman's features and capabilities.

Documentation Index

Core Features

• Backup & Restore System - Comprehensive backup and restore for AWS Identity Center
• Enhanced Progress Reporting - Advanced progress reporting and monitoring features
• Security Implementation - Security features, encryption, and best practices
• Security Best Practices - Enterprise security guidelines and recommendations

Configuration and Reference

• Environment Variables - Configuration through environment variables
• Template Format - YAML template format specification and examples
• Template Troubleshooting - Common template issues and solutions
• Release Notes - Detailed release notes for all versions

Quick Navigation

Getting Started

1. Installation and Setup
2. Basic Configuration
3. Profile Management

Common Use Cases

1. Backup and Restore

   • Backup & Restore System
   • Getting Started Guide
   • CLI Reference

2. Template Management

   • Template Format Guide
   • Template Examples
   • Template Troubleshooting

3. Security and Compliance

   • Security Features
   • Security Best Practices
   • Environment Variables

Advanced Topics

1. Progress Reporting

   • Enhanced Progress Reporting
   • Monitoring and Analytics

2. Configuration Management

   • Environment Variables
   • Template System
   • Configuration Examples

3. Backup and Restore

   • Advanced Backup Features
   • Automation Scripts
   • Configuration Templates

Quick Reference

Backup and Restore Commands

# Create backup
awsideman backup create --type full

# List backups
awsideman backup list

# Restore from backup
awsideman restore <backup-id>

# Schedule backups
awsideman backup schedule --cron "0 2 * * *"

Template Commands

# Validate template
awsideman templates validate template.yaml

# Execute template
awsideman templates execute template.yaml

Getting Help

For detailed command reference and examples, see:

• Backup & Restore CLI Reference
• Template Format Guide
• Environment Variables Reference

Examples by Organization Size

Small Organization (< 50 accounts)

• Small Org Examples
• Recommended batch size: 10-15
• Simple filtering patterns
• Basic automation scripts

Medium Organization (50-200 accounts)

• Medium Org Examples
• Recommended batch size: 8-12
• Department and environment-based filtering
• Workflow automation

Large Enterprise (200+ accounts)

• Enterprise Examples
• Recommended batch size: 3-8
• Complex compliance and business unit filtering
• Advanced automation and CI/CD integration

Best Practices Summary

Security

• Always use --dry-run first
• Use specific filters instead of wildcards
• Implement approval workflows for production
• Regular access reviews and auditing

Performance

• Choose appropriate batch sizes
• Monitor API rate limits
• Use caching effectively
• Schedule large operations during off-peak hours

Operations

• Maintain detailed logs
• Implement error handling and retry logic
• Use automation for repetitive tasks
• Document your filtering patterns

Compliance

• Align with data classification requirements
• Implement segregation of duties
• Maintain audit trails
• Regular compliance reporting

Support and Community

Getting Help

1. Check the template troubleshooting guide
2. Review environment variables
3. Consult security best practices
4. Open an issue on GitHub

Contributing

1. Review the development setup
2. Run tests before submitting changes
3. Follow the existing code style
4. Update documentation for new features

Resources

• GitHub Repository
• Issue Tracker
• AWS Identity Center Documentation
• AWS Organizations Documentation