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HashiCorp Configuration Language (HCL): Overview & Tutorial

Learn what HashiCorp Configuration Language (HCL) is, how it works with Terraform, and explore its syntax, features, and use cases.

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Azure13 min read

How to Use Terraform Azure (AzureRM) Provider

Learn how to use the Terraform AzureRM provider to provision Azure resources. Setup guide, examples, and authentication methods.

General17 min read

Terraform vs. Jenkins: Key Differences Explained

What is the difference between Terraform and Jenkins and which one to choose? See a detailed expert comparison.

Terraform18 min read

Terraform Variable Validation: Terraform 1.9 & Earlier Versions

Learn how to validate variables in Terraform 1.8 and earlier, and Terraform 1.9. Referencing other values and using multiple validation blocks.

Terraform26 min read

What are Terraform Stacks? Setup & Use Cases

Learn how to set up and work with Terraform Stacks. Discover the use cases, benefits, and alternatives to Terraform Stacks.

Terraform5 min read

Converting List to String in Terraform: Examples

Learn how to convert a list to a string in Terraform using the join() function. See examples and common use cases.

Terraform6 min read

Terraform State Show Command: Showing Resource Attributes

Learn how to use the Terraform state show command to inspect resources, including standalone, remote, and module-based resources.

Terraform10 min read

Terraform Cidrsubnet Function Explained with Examples

Learn how to use cidrsubnet() and cidrsubnets() functions in Terraform to calculate the CIDR subnet block. See examples.

Terraform13 min read

Bicep vs. Terraform – Differences & Key Features Comparison

Bicep vs Terraform - what is the difference between these tools, and which one is better? See the detailed features comparison and similarities.

Terraform11 min read

Terraform Length Function: Examples For Lists, Maps & Strings

Learn how to use the Terraform length function to determine the length of a given list, map, or string. See examples.

Terraform9 min read

Terraform Random_Password Resource Overview

Learn how to use the Terraform random_password resource from the Random provider to generate passwords with Terraform.

Terraform8 min read

Terraform Archive_File Data Source – Overview

Learn how to use the Terraform archive_file data source for single and multiple files and how to troubleshoot common issues.

Terraform9 min read

Terraform State Mv Command: How to Move Resources

Learn how to use the terraform state mv command to move Terraform resources within state files. See use case examples.

Terraform9 min read

Using Terraform Moved Block to Refactor Resources

Learn how to use the Terraform moved block to move resources in your configuration files. See examples and limitations of this method.

Terraform33 min read

Terraform with AWS EventBridge [Step-by-Step Guide]

In this guide, you’ll learn how to integrate Terraform with AWS EventBridge. See how to manage rules, event buses, and more.

Terraform7 min read

How to Use Terraform Import Block for Importing Resources

In this article, we explain the Terraform import block released in HashiCorp Terraform v1.5 and how to use it for different resources.

Terraform6 min read

How to Add Comments in Terraform Code

Learn how to effectively comment on Terraform files with single-line and multiline comments. See examples and best practices.

Terraform13 min read

Terraform Element Function – How It Works & Use Cases

Learn how to use the Terraform element function to select an element from a collection of values. See examples.

AWS22 min read

AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) vs. Terraform

Discover the differences and similarities between AWS CDK and Terraform - two Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.

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