How to design your first Terraform template in AWS
Designing your first Terraform template in AWS can be an intimidating task if you’re new to IaC. However, understanding the fundamentals and best practices can make the process much smoother. In this section, we will explore the key components of designing a Terraform template, including defining resources, understanding AWS Providers, and utilizing Terraform modules. We will also cover tips for implementing best practices with Terraform AWS modules, so you can design and deploy reliable and scalable infrastructure in AWS with confidence.
Authentication with AWS
To create and manage resources in AWS using Terraform, you first need to establish a connection between Terraform and AWS. This connection is authenticated using programmatic API keys, which consist of an access key and a secret key. These keys are used to access and manage your AWS resources through Terraform. In this section, we will explore some sample configurations...