Benchmark: Cost Explorer Checks
Thrifty Cost Explorer Benchmark
Thrifty developers actively monitor their cloud usage and cost data. This benchmark highlights service charges that have changed drastically over the last two full months of cost data.
Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| cost_explorer_service_cost_max_cost_units | The maximum difference in cost units allowed for service costs between the current and previous month. | 10 cost units |
Usage
Install the mod:
mkdir dashboardscd dashboardspowerpipe mod initpowerpipe mod install github.com/turbot/steampipe-mod-aws-thriftyStart the Powerpipe server:
steampipe service startpowerpipe serverOpen http://localhost:9033 in your browser and select Cost Explorer Checks.
Run this benchmark in your terminal:
powerpipe benchmark run aws_thrifty.benchmark.cost_explorerSnapshot and share results via Turbot Pipes:
powerpipe benchmark run aws_thrifty.benchmark.cost_explorer --share