Summary

In this chapter, we explored the dynamic synergy between Terraform and Flux CD, showcasing how these tools bolster infrastructure automation using GitOps and IaC principles. The chapter introduced Terraform for defining and provisioning cloud infrastructure, alongside Flux CD, which automates the deployment process by continuously syncing changes from Git repositories to Kubernetes clusters. It thoroughly covered the fundamentals of integrating Terraform within a GitOps workflow, ensuring seamless management and scaling of cloud resources. Special attention was given to best practices for maintaining multiple environments such as development, QA, and staging, emphasizing the importance of environment-specific configurations to maintain consistency, reduce errors, and streamline operations across various cloud setups. Practical examples throughout the chapter demonstrated how to utilize these tools to effectively manage complex deployments, with a strong focus on the critical...