SSH Tunneling to AWS EC2 and Connecting to DocumentDB with Python

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SSH tunneling provides a secure pathway for accessing AWS DocumentDB from outside the VPC. By establishing a secure connection through an EC2 instance, it prevents direct exposure to the internet, enhancing data security. This article explains the necessity of SSH tunnels, provides code examples for implementation, and emphasizes the importance of securing remote access to AWS DocumentDB.