Console Recorder for AWS

Records actions made in the AWS Management Console and outputs the equivalent CLI/SDK commands and CloudFormation template.

Console Recorder for AWS - Chrome Extension

The 'Console Recorder for AWS' is a unique Chrome extension that records user activities within the AWS Management Console. It presents the recorded actions as detailed CLI/SDK commands and CloudFormation templates, which users can readily employ for their own needs. Although a few actions and resources may still be unsupported, the extension is continuously updated for optimal coverage. Moreover, users are free to report any bugs for immediate attention.
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Extension stats

By: Ian Mckay
Users: 4,000+
Rating: 4.50
(12)
Version: 0.3.36 (Last updated: 2024-01-20)
Creation date: 2020-06-01
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • clipboardWrite
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • tabs
  • notifications
  • storage
  • debugger
  • *://*.aws.amazon.com/*
  • *://*.amazonaws.com/*
  • *://developer.amazon.com/*
  • See more
Size: 7.35M

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Console Recorder for AWS (v0.3.36)
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Extension summary

Use Firefox? https://addons.mozilla.org/en-GB/firefox/addon/console-recorder/

USAGE Click the orange Console Recorder for AWS icon in the top-right corner of your Chrome window. If you do not see it, you may find it by clicking the three vertical dots and checking the top row. Once the popup is presented, click the Start Recording button.

All supported actions will be recorded up until the point in which you click the icon again and select the Stop Recording button, at which point you will be presented with the dashboard for you to copy code from.

COVERAGE Not all actions and resources are supported yet, check https://github.com/iann0036/AWSConsoleRecorderGenerator/blob/master/coverage.md for an up-to-date overview of supported actions and resources. This page is automatically generated.

BUGS Given the nature of the extension, and the frequency in which the AWS team make updates, bugs will be frequent and inevitable. If you find these bugs, check the issues page (https://github.com/iann0036/AWSConsoleRecorder/issues) to see if it has already been raised and if not, feel free to raise it.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Saves a huge amount of time for users struggling with AWS code snippets.
  • Provides a decent skeleton for AWS API calls.
  • Highly praised for its implementation and overall concept.
  • Excellent support from the developer, Ian McKay.
  • Automatically generates CloudFormation templates, Python, and Terraform code.
Cons
  • Not fully functional for every API call.
  • Some reported issues with specific functionalities (e.g., DocumentDB in Terraform).
  • Compatibility issues noted with certain Chrome versions.
Most mentioned
  • The tool is amazing and a must-have for AWS professionals.
  • The extension does not always produce perfect code, but it is very helpful.
  • Ian McKay's support and responsiveness are highly appreciated.
User reviews
If you are struggling with writing the exact right boto3 or AWS CLI or JavaScript code snippets, this tool saves you a huge amount of time. Not only is it a really smart and clever idea but its implementation is awesome. It doesn't work for every single API call but it works enough to give you a decent skeleton. Great job!
by John E. Connerat, 2022-11-04

I'm sorry, but this extension is not working on Google Chrome Version 92.0.4515.159 (Official Build) (x86_64) on BigSur
by Carlos Herrera, 2021-08-19

WOW! This Extension should be mentioned on all AWS courses out there! This tool is amazing!!! Disclaimer Do not expect 100% perfect code. But this extension takes a lot of general things out of Your shoulder.
by Vladyslav Miletskyi, 2020-09-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Console Recorder for AWS requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Console Recorder for AWS has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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