IaC Git

Storing our Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in Git offers numerous benefits that streamline team collaboration and enhance our ability to manage and propagate infrastructure configurations effectively.

By defining setups as code rather than through manual console clicks, team members can easily recreate consistent environments using simple commands like "apply" or "deploy." This approach not only simplifies environment replication but also ensures that the infrastructure aligns precisely with the defined configuration at all times.

A key advantage of using Git for IaC is its robust version control. Git commits act as a historical record of our infrastructure modifications. In the event of an issue or failure, you can quickly trace back changes and revert to a known stable state—saving valuable time during troubleshooting or rollbacks.

The image below illustrates the evolution of a cloud infrastructure managed via Git. Notice how the third version is marked as problematic with a fire icon, emphasizing the importance of version control when issues arise.