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Azure resource naming conventions using Terraform

In this video, I will show you how to use Terraform to create and manage Azure resources with consistent and clear naming conventions. Naming conventions...

Kevin Sims in Automation
Dec 11 - 1 min read

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How To Create an Azurerm Subnet using For_each in Terraform?

When working with terraform there will come a time when you need to create multiple variotions of the same resources. Using a for_each in terraform...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
May 9 - 1 min read

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Terraform Remote State: Benefits of Using Remote State Storage”

Terraform is a powerful tool for infrastructure as code, but as the size of your infrastructure grows, so does the complexity of managing its state....

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 29 - 2 min read

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Implementing Azure Landing Zones for Brownfield Deployments: Pros and Cons

As organizations continue to adopt cloud computing, they often face challenges with managing multiple subscriptions, security, compliance, and governance. Azure Landing Zones offer a comprehensive...

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Kevin Sims in Cloud
Apr 20 - 3 min read

Terraform plan commands

The Power of ‘terraform plan’ Commands

Terraform is an open-source infrastructure as code (IaC) tool that enables users to define and manage their infrastructure in a declarative manner. It provides a...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 18 - 2 min read

Terraform Variables: Enhancing Infrastructure-as-Code Flexibility and Reusability

Terraform is an infrastructure-as-code (IAC) tool used for provisioning and managing infrastructure on cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, and Azure. It allows users to define...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 18 - 2 min read

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Protecting Sensitive Input Variables in Terraform: Best Practices for Security and Compliance

Terraform is a powerful tool used to automate the process of deploying and managing infrastructure. With Terraform, you can define infrastructure as code (IaC), which...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 17 - 2 min read

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How to Use Terraform Output: How and Why You Should Use Terraform Outputs

Terraform is an open-source infrastructure as code (IaC) tool that simplifies the process of provisioning and managing cloud resources. One of its essential features is...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 17 - 2 min read

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Using Azure Data Sources in Terraform: A Guide with Examples

Terraform is a popular Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tool used to manage cloud resources. One of the powerful features of Terraform is the ability to...

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Kevin Sims in Automation
Apr 16 - 1 min read

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Mastering Dynamic Expressions in Terraform: Creating Flexible and Reusable Infrastructure Code

Terraform is an open-source infrastructure as code (IAC) tool that enables you to manage and provision cloud resources efficiently. It allows you to define your...

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