> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://notes.kodekloud.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Course Introduction > A comprehensive course guiding Infrastructure as Code adoption at scale with Terraform Cloud by HashiCorp, focusing on collaboration, automation, and execution environment. Welcome to **Mastering Terraform Cloud**, a comprehensive course that guides you through adopting Infrastructure as Code at scale with Terraform Cloud by HashiCorp. You’ll learn how Terraform Cloud empowers teams with collaboration, automation, and a reliable execution environment for your Terraform configurations. *** ## Your Instructors **Gabe Maentz**\ Director of Solution Architecture specializing in HashiCorp products and DevOps solutions. Gabe has led in-depth courses on Terraform, Vault, Consul, and Git integrations. A HashiCorp Ambassador (2022) and Terraform Authorized Instructor, he’s helped thousands streamline their Infrastructure as Code practices. ![The image is an introduction to an instructor named Gabe Maentz, who is a Director of Solution Architecture specializing in HashiCorp and DevOps solutions. It includes badges for HashiCorp Ambassador 2022 and Terraform Authorized Instructor, along with a photo of the instructor.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878755/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/gabe-maentz-introduction-hashi-corp-devops.jpg) **Bryan Krausen**\ Principal Solutions Architect focusing on the HashiCorp suite and DevOps transformations. Also a HashiCorp Ambassador and Terraform Authorized Instructor, Bryan will handle backend demos and make guest appearances throughout this course. ![The image features a person standing next to text explaining that Bryan is handling backend work for a course, with badges indicating roles as a HashiCorp Ambassador and Terraform Authorized Instructor.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878756/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/bryan-backend-work-hashi-corp-badges.jpg) *** ## Course Objectives By the end of this course, you will be able to: | Objective | Outcome | | -------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- | | Understand core features of Terraform Cloud | Leverage remote state, VCS integrations, and remote runs | | Create and configure Terraform Cloud organizations | Set up Workspaces, Teams, and access controls | | Automate deployments | Implement workflow automation and webhooks | | Enforce Policy as Code | Integrate Sentinel or Open Policy Agent for governance | | Use the Private Module Registry | Share and version reusable Terraform modules | | Integrate CI/CD | Connect Terraform Cloud to GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket | | Interact with the Terraform Cloud API | Script organization and workspace setup | | Automate org setup | Use Terraform to manage Terraform Cloud itself | ![The image outlines the course objectives for a Terraform Cloud course, including lectures, hands-on labs, demos, and solution videos. It features a Terraform Cloud logo and cartoon characters at the bottom.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878758/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/terraform-cloud-course-objectives-outline.jpg) *** ## Learning Materials This course includes a mix of: | Material | Description | | --------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------- | | Lectures | Concept walkthroughs and feature overviews | | Hands-On Labs | Preconfigured environments with step-by-step lab guides | | Demos | Live demonstrations of Terraform Cloud workflows | | Solution Videos | Expert-led walkthroughs of best practices and troubleshooting | After each Hands-On Lab, watch the corresponding Solution Video to reinforce your Terraform Cloud skills. *** ## Course Topics Explore these key Terraform Cloud features: ![The image lists topics included in a Terraform Cloud course, such as sign-up, workspaces, version control, and automation. It also features the Terraform Cloud logo and two cartoon characters at the bottom.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878759/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/terraform-cloud-course-topics-list.jpg) * Organization & Workspace setup * Version control integrations (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) * Automated runs, notifications, and webhooks * Policy as Code with Sentinel or OPA * Private Module Registry usage * CI/CD pipeline collaboration * Terraform Cloud API interactions * Organization automation via API calls *** ## Assumptions & Prerequisites ![The image outlines course assumptions, covering Terraform OSS, Amazon Web Services, and DevOps, with specific topics listed under each category.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878760/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/course-assumptions-terraform-aws-devops.jpg) To maximize your learning, you should have: * Intermediate Terraform CLI experience and familiarity with HCL * Basic AWS knowledge (VPCs, EC2, IAM, S3) * Version control comfort (Git workflows and branching) *** ## Free Hands-On Labs We’ve partnered with KodeKloud to offer free, sandboxed labs preloaded with all required code and tools. ![The image is an advertisement for free hands-on labs hosted by KodeKloud, offering a sandbox environment with pre-loaded code and tools. It includes instructions on accessing the labs using a free coupon code.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878761/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/kodekloud-free-hands-on-labs-advertisement.jpg) *** ## Required Accounts ![The image lists accounts needed for a course, featuring logos for HashiCorp Terraform Cloud, AWS, and GitHub.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878762/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/course-accounts-hashi-corp-aws-github.jpg) | Account | Purpose | Reference | | ------------------ | --------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Terraform Cloud | Remote state, runs, VCS integration | [https://app.terraform.io/signup](https://app.terraform.io/signup) | | GitHub (or GitLab) | Store and version control infrastructure code | [https://github.com/join](https://github.com/join) | | AWS | Deploy infrastructure using AWS Free Tier | [https://aws.amazon.com/free/](https://aws.amazon.com/free/) | Use admin-level AWS credentials for labs, and remember to clean up resources after each session to avoid unexpected charges. *** ## Terraform Cloud Free Trial Most lessons use the free tier of Terraform Cloud, which includes remote state storage, Private Module Registry, and VCS integration. To access Team & Governance features, activate your 30-day free trial—no credit card required. ![The image is an announcement for a 30-day free trial of Terraform Cloud's Team & Governance plan, emphasizing that no credit card is required. It also recommends completing a course within this period to fully utilize the features.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752878763/notes-assets/images/HashiCorp-Terraform-Cloud-Course-Introduction/terraform-cloud-free-trial-announcement.jpg) We recommend completing this course within your trial period to explore all Terraform Cloud tiers and features. *** ## What You’ll Achieve By course completion, you will: * Confidently navigate and configure Terraform Cloud services * Integrate Terraform Cloud into team workflows and CI/CD pipelines * Migrate existing Terraform deployments to Terraform Cloud * Automate your organization’s Terraform Cloud setup Let’s dive in and harness the full power of Terraform Cloud! *** ## Links and References * [Terraform Cloud Documentation](https://www.terraform.io/docs/cloud) * [HashiCorp Learn – Terraform Cloud](https://learn.hashicorp.com/terraform/cloud) * [AWS Free Tier](https://aws.amazon.com/free) * [GitHub Documentation](https://docs.github.com/)