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Terraform Cloud - Automation, Workspaces, and Integration

Overview

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In this course, you'll master Terraform Cloud to automate infrastructure, manage AWS resources, and integrate with cloud environments for seamless deployment. By the end of the course, you'll be able to import AWS Lambda resources, manage AWS RDS instances, create and manage Terraform Cloud workspaces, and integrate Terraform with GitHub for version-controlled deployments. This course will guide you through key Terraform concepts and ensure you gain hands-on experience with real-world scenarios.

You'll start by learning the basics of importing and managing AWS Lambda resources and move on to more complex projects, such as creating RDS modules and validating configuration settings. You'll explore Terraform Cloud workspaces, gain proficiency in managing resources across environments, and learn how to use version control systems for automated infrastructure deployment. Practical examples and demos will help reinforce your understanding.

This course is ideal for cloud engineers, DevOps professionals, and infrastructure developers with some experience in Terraform. You should have a basic understanding of cloud computing, AWS services, and infrastructure as code (IaC). By the end, you will have the skills to manage cloud resources effectively and automate workflows with Terraform Cloud.

Syllabus 6

  1. Project - Importing AWS Lambda Resources 2 hours

    In this module, we will walk through the steps of importing AWS Lambda resources into Terraform. You'll learn how to import Lambda functions, roles, and associated policies into your Terraform configurations. Additionally, we will cover how to manage Lambda code and CloudWatch logs to ensure compre…

  2. Project - Building an RDS Module 2 hours

    In this module, we will guide you through creating an RDS module in Terraform, focusing on flexibility and security. You'll learn to define and validate variables, implement security group rules, and manage RDS instance settings. The section concludes with deploying an RDS instance and cleaning up…

  3. Working with Terraform Workspaces 55 minutes

    In this module, we will cover the creation and management of Terraform workspaces to support multiple environments. You'll learn how to configure workspace-specific settings using .tfvars files and best practices for managing resources across various workspaces. The module will also include a demon…

  4. Exploring Terraform Cloud 1.5 hours

    In this module, we will dive into the features and benefits of Terraform Cloud for remote management of your infrastructure. You will explore workspace creation, integration with GitHub, and how to manage resources using Terraform Cloud’s capabilities. The section will also cover module publishing…

  5. Project - Integrating Terraform Cloud with OIDC 1.5 hours

    In this module, we will walk you through integrating Terraform Cloud with AWS using the OIDC provider. You will learn how to set up roles, attach policies, and import these configurations into Terraform for programmatic management. The project concludes by extending the OIDC provider to additional…

  6. Conclusion 1.5 hours

    In this final section, we will recap the essential concepts covered throughout the course and ensure you’re ready to apply them in real-world scenarios. You'll also perform a final cleanup of all AWS resources to leave your environment organized and efficient. This marks the end of your journey in…

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

  • Structured courses with graded quizzes, assignments and deadlines you can reset.
  • A shareable certificate from the university or company when you pay.
  • Financial aid is often approved for students in India (apply 15 days before you need it).
  • Covers niche tools that universities don't teach.
  • Self-paced: start any time.
  • A clear syllabus (6 parts) you can see before you start.
  • Hands-on: you build or practise, not just watch.

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