Learn AWS-CDK with Real Code Examples

Use lazy evaluation for resource properties

Minimize unnecessary constructs

Break large stacks into multiple smaller stacks

Leverage environment-specific context

Avoid hardcoding account/region values

Follow least privilege IAM policies

Use KMS for sensitive data

Secure secrets using AWS Secrets Manager

Audit deployed resources regularly

Avoid embedding sensitive info in code

CloudFormation stack events

CloudWatch metrics for deployed resources

CDK diff reports

Resource drift detection

Deployment logs and auditing

Follow language-specific coding standards

Document constructs and stacks

Use reusable modules for repeated patterns

Unit test constructs and assertions

Keep environment-specific config separate