Feature Request
Allow users to generate temporary AWS credentials directly from the MAAP Console UI and easily copy them for use with external tools.
Motivation
Users need a convenient way to:
- Generate temporary AWS access credentials with appropriate permissions
- Copy the credentials directly from the browser interface
- Understand how to use these credentials for uploading data to MAAP
Proposed Solution
Add functionality to the MAAP Console that:
- Token Generation UI: Add a new section or dialog in the Console where users can generate temporary AWS access tokens
- Copy-to-Clipboard: Provide easy copy buttons for:
- Access Key ID
- Secret Access Key
- Session Token (if using temporary credentials)
- Pre-formatted credentials file (for direct use with AWS CLI)
- Usage Instructions: Display clear, user-friendly instructions on how to:
- Configure the AWS CLI with the temporary credentials
- Use the credentials with AWS S3 clients to upload data to MAAP
- Understand token expiration and renewal
Example Use Cases
- A user wants to upload a dataset to MAAP using their local machine
- They navigate to the Console, generate temporary credentials, copy them
- They follow the provided instructions to configure their AWS CLI or SDK
- They successfully upload data without needing to manage long-lived credentials
Acceptance Criteria
Related Documentation
Feature Request
Allow users to generate temporary AWS credentials directly from the MAAP Console UI and easily copy them for use with external tools.
Motivation
Users need a convenient way to:
Proposed Solution
Add functionality to the MAAP Console that:
Example Use Cases
Acceptance Criteria
Related Documentation