Problems with the single template approach

On the surface, it might not sound like a single large template consisting of all resources will have problems, but there are issues that could arise in the future. Let's discuss the issues that might arise when using single large templates.

Reduced flexibility in changing templates

Using a single large template with all resources makes it difficult to change it in the future. With all dependencies, parameters, and variables in a single template, changing the template can take a considerable amount of time compared to smaller templates. The change could have an impact on other sections of the template, which might go unnoticed, as well as introducing bugs.

Troubleshooting large templates

Large templates are difficult to troubleshoot. This is a known fact. The larger the number of resources in a template, the more difficult it is to troubleshoot the template. A template deploys all the resources in it, and finding a bug involves...