Overview

This project involved deploying WordPress applications dynamically on AWS using ECS (Elastic Container Service), Fargate, and other AWS services. The solution focuses on creating custom domains for new users dynamically and managing the entire lifecycle of the application using CloudFormation templates and Lambda functions for automation.

Architecture and Deployment

• VPC Configuration: Set up a secure and scalable network environment using a VPC with public subnets and appropriate routing configurations for high availability.
• RDS Setup: Configured an Amazon RDS instance with enhanced security measures using AWS Secrets Manager for managing database credentials.
• ECS with EFS: Deployed WordPress using ECS with EFS for persistent storage, ensuring scalable and manageable infrastructure.
• Docker Image Management: Automated the creation and management of Docker images using ECR and CodeBuild, with best practices for tagging and version control.
• Lambda Functions: Used Lambda functions for deployment automation, handling ECS task definitions, ALB target groups, and listener configurations efficiently.

Key Challenges and Solutions

One of the main challenges was managing dynamic domain creation and integration with existing AWS infrastructure. By leveraging CloudFormation and Lambda, the process was automated, reducing manual overhead and potential errors. Security was also a priority, with HTTPS support and tight access controls implemented across all services.

Recommendations and Enhancements

• Implement HTTPS support for secure communications.
• Enhance auto-scaling capabilities for better resource management during varying loads.
• Integrate AWS Secrets Manager fully for managing sensitive information securely.
• Consider using private subnets for the RDS instance to enhance security further.