Quick Start

1. Add an Integration: Connect your cloud environment to Catio by following the Configure an Integration guide. Most organizations start with AWS, but Catio supports a variety of platforms — see Available Integrations for the full list.

2. Wait for Extraction: Once your integration is connected, Catio will begin extracting your architecture data. This typically takes 20–30 minutes. You can track progress in the process monitor at the top right of your screen.

3. Subscribe to Your Integration: While extraction runs, subscribe your workspace to the integration so its data flows into Stacks and Recommendations. Follow the Enable/Disable a Subscription guide.

In the meantime, head over to our Context page to start filling out questionnaires and uploading context documents. This business context helps Catio tailor recommendations to your specific environment.

4. Explore Your Architecture: Once extraction is complete, you can:
   • Chat with Archie: Ask Archie any questions you have about your system — things like "What services are running in us-east-1?" or "Where are my biggest cost drivers?" To explore this further, check out Who is Archie?.
   • View your Digital Twin in Stacks: See a visual representation of your live architecture and filter by service, region, or resource type.

Note: We generally recommend generating a broad research report using an LLM about your company's architecture context — things like technology strategy, compliance requirements, and infrastructure goals. Then, upload that document as a starting point for Context. This gives Catio a strong foundation to work from when generating recommendations.