This blog post demonstrates how to use AWS Config proactive rules and AWS CloudFormation Hooks to evaluate the configuration of AWS resources to ensure they comply with policies before provisioning, thereby preventing the creation of non-compliant cloud resources.

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<p>The article discusses how to use AWS Config proactive rules and AWS CloudFormation Hooks to prevent the creation of non-compliant cloud resources.</p>
<p>Specifically, the article covers:</p>
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<li>Overview of the solution</li>
<li>Deployment instructions:
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<li>Creating AWS Config Rules</li>
<li>Environment setup</li>
<li>Initiating the project</li>
<li>Hook model</li>
<li>Hook handler code</li>
<li>Registering and enabling the hook</li>
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<li>Testing the hook</li>
<li>Cleanup steps</li>
<li>Conclusion</li>
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How to use AWS Config proactive rules and AWS CloudFormation Hooks to prevent creation of noncompliant cloud resources

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