Now that you understand pricing models, let's explore how you can start for free and estimate costs.
AWS offers a Free Tier to help you learn and experiment without spending money. This is a great way to get hands-on experience with the platform.
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Which AWS service would you want to try first if it were free?
The AWS Free Tier includes offers that are always free, free for your first 12 months, and short-term trials.
For example, the 12-month free tier includes 750 hours per month of a small EC2 instance—enough to run a small server 24/7 for a year.
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What could you build with a free server running all month?
It is important to remember that the Free Tier has limits. If you exceed the limits, like using more than 750 EC2 hours, you are charged at standard On-Demand rates.
AWS provides tools to help you track your Free Tier usage so you can avoid unexpected charges.
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Why is monitoring your usage particularly crucial when using the Free Tier?
When you are ready to plan larger projects, the AWS Pricing Calculator becomes essential. It lets you estimate your monthly costs before you build anything.
You can input your expected usage for various services and get a detailed cost breakdown.
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How could providing a cost estimate help you get a project approved?
The Pricing Calculator also lets you compare different pricing models. You can see how much you could save with Savings Plans compared to On-Demand prices for the same workload.
This helps you make informed decisions and choose the most cost-effective approach for your needs.
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When would sharing different cost scenarios be important for a team?
