Hands-on LabModule 04

Lab: Module 04: IAM - Users, Groups & Policies

AWS Skill Builder Lab — These labs run in a sandboxed AWS environment provided by Skill Builder. No charges to your personal account. Requires an active Skill Builder subscription.

Skill Builder Lab: Writing IAM Policies

Lab Name: Writing IAM Policies Duration: 60 minutes Level: Intermediate

What You Will Practice

  • Writing custom IAM policies using JSON policy syntax
  • Understanding policy elements: Effect, Action, Resource, and Condition
  • Testing policies with the IAM Policy Simulator
  • Applying resource-level permissions to restrict access to specific resources
  • Debugging policy evaluation logic when access is denied

How to Access

  1. Log in to AWS Skill Builder
  2. Search for "Writing IAM Policies" in the lab catalog
  3. Click "Start Lab" to launch the sandboxed environment
  4. Follow the lab instructions provided in the Skill Builder interface

Why Skill Builder?

  • Pre-configured AWS environment (no setup required)
  • No charges to your personal account
  • Automatic cleanup when lab session ends
  • Guided instructions within the platform

After Completing

Return here and mark this lab as complete. The concepts practiced in this Skill Builder lab directly correspond to the hands-on skills tested in the Phase exam.

Alternative Labs

If the recommended lab is unavailable, search Skill Builder for these related topics:

  • IAM Policy Simulator
  • Creating Custom IAM Policies
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