Understanding Patterns and Antipatterns of IaC and Terraform
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, the seamless integration of development and operations has become a necessity for organizations seeking to achieve unparalleled efficiency and agility. The opening chapter of this book delves into the fascinating world of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Terraform, unraveling the key principles, patterns, and anti-patterns that underpin this transformative approach. With a keen focus on idempotency, immutability, and an array of best practices, this chapter illuminates the path to robust, secure, and compliant infrastructure management. As we embark on this captivating journey, we’ll explore the intricacies of IaC projects, examine the challenges they present, and unearth invaluable strategies to conquer them. By the end of this chapter, you’ll possess a solid foundation to make informed decisions about the life cycle of your infrastructure and harness the true potential of IaC and Terraform.
We’ll cover these main topics in this chapter:
- Introducing IAC
- Patterns and practices of IaC
- How to handle IaC projects
- How to make decisions about IaC projects
