September 2022

import existing azure resources into terraform

How to Import Existing Azure Resources into Terraform

Many companies choose to adopt infrastructure as code later in there cloud journey. There will come a time when you may need to import existing...

Kevin Sims in Automation
Sep 28 - 2 min read

How to Build a Cisco CCNA lab at home using EVE-NG

Want to know how to build a cisco ccna lab at home using eve-ng? Many people seek to pass the CCNA 200-301 cisco exam. EVE-NG...

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Kevin Sims in Networking
Sep 27 - 3 min read

objects have changed outside of terraform

How to fix Objects have changed outside of Terraform

When working with terraform, you may run into the error “objects have changed outside of Terraform”. This error means that your terraform state and application...

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Kevin Sims in Cloud
Sep 26 - 2 min read

terraform state in an azure storage account

Secure Terraform State in an Azure storage account

Terraform state allows for terraform to understand what resources to add, update or delete. When using terraform, the state file is initially stored locally on...

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Kevin Sims in Cloud
Sep 20 - 2 min read

azure homelab using terraform

Build an Azure Homelab using Terraform

Building an azure homelab can help give you the opportunity to study for certifications or help grow your career as a cloud engineer. Using terraform...

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Kevin Sims in Cloud
Sep 17 - 4 min read

aws s3 vpc endpoint

How to increase security with an AWS S3 VPC Endpoint

An aws s3 vpc endpoint allows private access to Amazon S3 from your VPC. This improves overall security since traffic to S3 will not have...

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Kevin Sims in Cloud
Sep 7 - 3 min read