AWS Well-Architected Framework: Building Better

The Well-Architected Framework is a set of best practices for designing cloud systems. It covers five pillars: operational excellence, security, reliability, performance efficiency, and cost optimization. I use the Well-Architected Tool to review my architectures. It asks questions and highlights risks. It's not just for experts—beginners can learn a lot by understanding these principles early. It shapes how you think about building in the cloud and saves you from common mistakes.