What is AWS CodeArtifact?
AWS CodeArtifact is a managed artifact repository service for software packages. The service stores and distributes npm, Maven, PyPI, NuGet, and other package formats securely in your AWS environment. CodeArtifact can proxy public repositories as upstream sources and automatically cache packages.
Key Features
- Support for npm, Maven, pip, NuGet, RubyGems, Swift
- Upstream repositories for public package registries
- IAM-based access control
- Cross-account sharing via resource policies
- Automatic caching of public packages
Common Use Cases
Private Package Registry: Host internal libraries and packages in a secure, managed repository. Developers use standard tools like npm install or pip install with CodeArtifact as registry.
Dependency Caching: CodeArtifact caches packages from public repositories. Builds are faster and independent of external registry outages. At the same time, you have control over approved dependencies.
Multi-Account Package Sharing: Share packages securely between AWS accounts. Central teams publish libraries that other teams use as dependencies.
Benefits
- No server management for artifact repositories
- Unified solution for all package formats
- IAM integration for fine-grained access control
- Automatic vulnerability scans via Amazon Inspector
Integration with innFactory
As an AWS Reseller, innFactory supports you with AWS CodeArtifact: repository architecture, CI/CD integration, dependency management strategies, and migration from Nexus or Artifactory.
Typical Use Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What does AWS CodeArtifact cost?
Storage costs $0.05 per GB/month. Requests cost $0.05 per 10,000 requests. Data transfer within the same region is free.
Which package formats does CodeArtifact support?
CodeArtifact supports npm (JavaScript), Maven/Gradle (Java), pip (Python), NuGet (.NET), RubyGems (Ruby), and Swift Package Manager. Generic packages are also supported.
Can CodeArtifact proxy public repositories?
Yes, CodeArtifact can configure npmjs.com, Maven Central, PyPI, and other public repositories as upstream sources and automatically cache packages.
How does CodeArtifact integrate with CI/CD?
CodeArtifact generates temporary auth tokens for pip, npm, Maven, and other tools. Integration with CodeBuild, CodePipeline, and other CI/CD systems is seamless.