Hybrid Cloud Networking

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version: 4.1.0-fractal
name: hybrid-cloud-networking
description: Configure secure, high-performance connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud platforms using VPN and dedicated connections. Use when building hybrid cloud architectures, connecting data centers to cloud, or implementing secure cross-premises networking.
---

# Hybrid Cloud Networking

Configure secure, high-performance connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments using VPN, Direct Connect, and ExpressRoute.

## Do not use this skill when

- The task is unrelated to hybrid cloud networking
- You need a different domain or tool outside this scope

## Instructions

- Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
- Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
- Provide actionable steps and verification.
- If detailed examples are required, open `resources/implementation-playbook.md`.

## Purpose

Establish secure, reliable network connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).

## Use this skill when

- Connect on-premises to cloud
- Extend datacenter to cloud
- Implement hybrid active-active setups
- Meet compliance requirements
- Migrate to cloud gradually

## Connection Options

## 🧠 Knowledge Modules (Fractal Skills)

### 1. [AWS Connectivity](./sub-skills/aws-connectivity.md)
### 2. [Azure Connectivity](./sub-skills/azure-connectivity.md)
### 3. [GCP Connectivity](./sub-skills/gcp-connectivity.md)
### 4. [Pattern 1: Hub-and-Spoke](./sub-skills/pattern-1-hub-and-spoke.md)
### 5. [Pattern 2: Multi-Region Hybrid](./sub-skills/pattern-2-multi-region-hybrid.md)
### 6. [Pattern 3: Multi-Cloud Hybrid](./sub-skills/pattern-3-multi-cloud-hybrid.md)
### 7. [BGP Configuration](./sub-skills/bgp-configuration.md)
### 8. [Route Propagation](./sub-skills/route-propagation.md)
### 9. [Dual VPN Tunnels](./sub-skills/dual-vpn-tunnels.md)
### 10. [Active-Active Configuration](./sub-skills/active-active-configuration.md)
### 11. [Key Metrics](./sub-skills/key-metrics.md)
### 12. [Troubleshooting](./sub-skills/troubleshooting.md)