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Getting Started Questions
What is AstraOps?
A visual, no-code cloud design and deployment platform for AWS and Azure
Do I need coding knowledge?
No coding required! AstraOps uses visual tools for all skill levels
How do I get started?
Create account, connect cloud, import resources, and start designing
What cloud providers are supported?
Full support for AWS and Azure with 50+ components
Features & Capabilities
How does AI help with design?
AI generates architectures, suggests improvements, and answers questions
Can I import existing infrastructure?
Yes! Import and visualize your current cloud resources
What are templates?
Pre-built architectures for common use cases and best practices
How does deployment work?
One-click deployment with real-time monitoring and validation
Technical Questions
What is an IAD?
Infrastructure as Diagram - version-controlled visual architecture
How do I configure components?
Drag, click, and configure using user-friendly forms
What is drift detection?
Monitor and sync changes between design and cloud infrastructure
Can I share my designs?
Export diagrams, create templates, and share documentation
Security & Compliance
Is AstraOps secure?
Enterprise-grade security with no credential storage
How are credentials handled?
Secure authentication without storing sensitive data
What compliance standards?
Industry-standard practices with audit trails
Data protection?
Encrypted communication and secure data handling
Billing & Support
How much does it cost?
Flexible pricing with free tier and usage-based options
Is there a free trial?
Yes! Start with our free tier and scale as needed
How do I get support?
Email support, documentation, and community forums
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, cancel or modify your plan at any time
Most Popular Questions
1. What is AstraOps?
AstraOps is a visual, no-code cloud design and deployment platform that transforms how teams build and manage cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure.
Visual Design
Build infrastructure with drag-and-drop interface - no coding required
Faster Deployment
Deploy infrastructure in minutes instead of hours
AI-Powered
Generate architectures from text prompts and get intelligent suggestions
Import & Sync
Import existing infrastructure and keep it synchronized
2. Do I need coding knowledge to use AstraOps?
No coding required! AstraOps is designed for users of all technical levels.
Visual-First Approach
If you can drag and drop, you can build cloud infrastructure with AstraOps!
Perfect For:
- Developers who want speed and efficiency
- DevOps Engineers seeking better visibility and control
- Business Teams who need infrastructure understanding
- Everyone - from beginners to experts
How It Works:
- Drag components from the library
- Click to configure with user-friendly forms
- Deploy with one click
3. How do I configure cloud components?
Simple 3-step process:
1. Drag
Drag components from the library to your canvas
2. Click
Click any component to open the Properties panel
3. Configure
Use dropdowns and input fields - no code needed
What You Can Configure:
- Instance types and sizes
- Regions and availability zones
- Security groups and IAM roles
- Network settings and subnets
- Tags and metadata
All settings use user-friendly forms—no JSON, YAML, or command-line required!
4. Which cloud providers are supported?
Full Support for Major Cloud Providers:
Amazon Web Services
Complete AWS support with 20+ components including EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, Lambda, and more
Microsoft Azure
Full Azure integration with VMs, Virtual Networks, Storage, App Services, and Cosmos DB
50+ Components Available:
- Compute - EC2, VMs, containers, serverless
- Networking - VPCs, subnets, load balancers
- Storage - S3, databases, block storage
- Security - IAM, security groups, encryption
5. Can I import my existing infrastructure?
Yes! Import and visualize your current cloud infrastructure in minutes.
Connect Accounts
Link your AWS or Azure accounts securely
Import Resources
Select and import your existing cloud resources
Visual Mapping
AstraOps creates a visual diagram automatically
Edit & Extend
Modify and extend your existing infrastructure
No Starting Over
Perfect for onboarding existing infrastructure without starting from scratch!
6. How does deployment work?
One-click deployment with real-time monitoring:
Review Summary
Check configuration and cost estimates before deploying
Parallel Deployments
Deploy multiple IADs simultaneously
Real-Time Monitoring
Track progress with live status updates
Live Logs
Access detailed deployment logs and troubleshooting
7. What is an IAD (Infrastructure as Diagram)?
IAD = Infrastructure as Diagram - Your visual cloud architecture blueprint
Compute Resources
EC2, VMs, containers, serverless functions
Networking
VPCs, subnets, load balancers, security groups
Storage
S3, databases, block storage, file systems
Security
IAM roles, security groups, encryption, access control
IAD Features:
- Version Controlled - Track all changes with full history
- Reviewable - Team collaboration and approval workflows
- Deployable - One-click deployment to cloud
- Reusable - Save as templates for future use
8. How does AI help with cloud design?
AI-powered assistance for smarter cloud architecture:
Ask and Build
Describe your architecture in plain language and watch AI create it
Smart Suggestions
Get intelligent recommendations for missing components and optimizations
Error Detection
AI flags potential misconfigurations and security issues
Cost Optimization
Get intelligent cost analysis and optimization recommendations
9. Can I share my designs with others?
Yes! Multiple ways to share and collaborate on your infrastructure designs.
Export Diagrams
Download architecture diagrams in PNG, SVG, or PDF format
Create Templates
Save designs as reusable templates for your team
Auto Documentation
Generate comprehensive documentation automatically
Share Links
Share IAD links for team collaboration (when enabled)
Easy Sharing
Share your infrastructure designs and documentation with your team effortlessly!
10. Is AstraOps secure?
Absolutely! Enterprise-grade security built from the ground up.
No Credential Storage
We never store your sensitive credentials - secure authentication only
Encrypted Communication
All data encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
Audit Trails
Comprehensive logging and monitoring for compliance
Industry Standards
Follows enterprise security best practices and compliance standards
Enterprise Security
Your infrastructure credentials and data are protected with enterprise-grade security measures.
Ready to Get Started?
Start Your Journey
Ready to transform your cloud infrastructure management? Choose your next step:
Quick Start Guide
Deploy your first infrastructure in under 15 minutes
Explore Templates
Browse pre-built architecture templates
Discover AI Features
Learn about AI-powered cloud design
Design Interface
Master the visual design tools
Welcome to the future of cloud infrastructure management!