AWS CloudFormation
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Serverspec
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | AWS CloudFormation | Serverspec |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CloudFormation models, provisions, and manages related AWS and third-party resources as infrastructure as code. | Serverspec lets users write RSpec tests to check that servers are configured correctly. |
AWS CloudFormation plans
- AWS CloudFormationFree
- CloudFormation serviceFree
- Third-party resource providersFree
Serverspec plans
- ServerspecFree
Pick AWS CloudFormation if…
It suits teams managing AWS infrastructure as code, from individual instances to complex multi-Region applications, and automating infrastructure templates in CI/CD workflows. It can also suit users who need cross-account deployments or previews of proposed stack changes.
Pick Serverspec if…
Serverspec suits teams that want to verify deployed server configuration with Ruby and RSpec tests. It can complement configuration tools such as Puppet or Ansible.