Cloud architecture frameworks from major cloud service providers

In this section, we will explore and review the cloud architecture frameworks prescribed for major CSPs. These frameworks are the result of years of cloud experience, are constantly updated, and reflect the best practices and guidelines to help organizations build a secure, resilient, and efficient cloud infrastructure. It also serves as a blueprint for enterprise architects and development and operations teams to align with industry best practices and adapt accordingly. Regardless of whether the enterprise strategy is to fully deploy on a single cloud, adopt a hybrid cloud approach, or a multi-cloud strategy, it will be prudent for enterprise architects to tailor a cloud strategy that remains compliant to open standards, mitigates vendor lock-ins, evaluates trade-offs, and ensures portability.

Since these frameworks can generally be found online and are maintained and constantly kept up-to-date by the respective cloud...