A Field Guide to Finding Zombie Infrastructure in AWS
Three playbooks for identifying zombie cloud resources - abandoned databases, forgotten prototypes, and unowned compute - using AWS CLI, SQL, and Insights.
Joe Karlsson •
Three playbooks for identifying zombie cloud resources - abandoned databases, forgotten prototypes, and unowned compute - using AWS CLI, SQL, and Insights.
Joe Karlsson •
One year into DORA enforcement, 46% of institutions still struggle with asset registers. Learn what worked, common pitfalls, and how to prepare for stricter 2026 enforcement.
Joe Karlsson •
Cloud CMDB best practices for multi-account environments - automated discovery, tiered sync strategies, SQL-based querying, and historical data retention for compliance.
Joe Karlsson •
Traditional CMDBs miss most ephemeral resources because containers live just minutes. Modern cloud CMDBs use tiered sync strategies (15-30 min for critical, hourly for important, daily for baseline). Compare approaches, costs, and learn why ephemeral infrastructure killed traditional discovery.
Joe Karlsson •
What is AWS Cloud Asset Inventory? Learn why it's essential for security and cost optimization, and compare AWS Config, Systems Manager, and CloudQuery.
Joe Karlsson •
Compare CloudQuery vs Steampipe, AWS Config, and other cloud asset inventory tools. Technical analysis for platform engineers choosing multi-cloud solutions.
Joe Karlsson •
A fresh asset inventory is the foundation of successful developer portals. Learn how organizations achieve 224% ROI, reduce onboarding by 67%, and save millions through inventory-driven Backstage implementations with real case studies from Spotify, Toyota, and financial services.
Joe Karlsson •
Cloud tagging adds key-value metadata to resources for cost allocation, management, and security. Learn best practices, use cases, and strategies for 2026.
Cyril Allard •
Find out how CloudQuery can help you get clarity from a chaotic cloud environment with a personalized conversation and demo.
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