amazon-ecs-cli ☆
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Description:
CLI for Amazon ECS to manage clusters and tasks for development
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.21.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @awscloud  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Devops
Tags: aws ecs docker containers cli devops
Install: brew install amazon-ecs-cli
About:
The Amazon ECS CLI is a command-line tool that allows developers to create, configure, and manage Amazon ECS clusters and task definitions directly from their local environment. It simplifies the process of running tasks and services, enabling a local development workflow that mirrors production setups. This tool is essential for streamlining container orchestration management without leaving the terminal.
Key Features:
  • Create and manage ECS clusters and task definitions locally
  • Run tasks and services with simplified commands
  • Support for Docker Compose files for easy local configuration
  • Integrates seamlessly with AWS IAM for secure access control
Use Cases:
  • Developing and testing containerized applications locally before deploying to AWS ECS
  • Automating ECS cluster setup and task execution in CI/CD pipelines
  • Managing existing ECS resources directly from a developer's workstation
Alternatives:
  • AWS CLI – The AWS CLI is a broad tool for all AWS services, while the ECS CLI offers specialized commands optimized for ECS workflows and Docker Compose integration.
  • kubectl – kubectl is used for Kubernetes, whereas the ECS CLI is specifically designed for Amazon's Elastic Container Service.
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