Terraform Basics Training Course
Terraform with AWS
Getting Started with AWS
AWS is one of the world’s most popular and innovative cloud computing platforms. According to Gartner’s Infrastructure and Platform Services Magic Quadrant, AWS has been recognized as the cloud leader for a decade, including its 10th consecutive win in 2020. This recognition is a testament to AWS’s robust and continuously evolving service offerings.
AWS provides a vast range of services—from core infrastructure technologies such as compute, storage, and databases, to modern innovations like machine learning, artificial intelligence, data lakes and analytics, and the Internet of Things. This extensive portfolio makes it faster, simpler, and more cost-effective to deploy applications, or even to migrate existing on-premises environments to the cloud.
Global Infrastructure
One of AWS’s major strengths is its extensive global cloud infrastructure. AWS operates across numerous globally distributed regions, with multiple data centers, known as availability zones, within each region. This global distribution ensures high availability, resilience, and the ability to scale applications dynamically.
As of the time of this recording, AWS operates 77 availability zones within 24 geographic regions, making it one of the most robust cloud infrastructures available.
AWS Service Overview
Below is a summary of some key AWS service categories:
| Service Category | Description | Example Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Compute & Storage | Core infrastructure for application hosting and data storage | Deploying web applications |
| Databases | Managed database services for structured and unstructured data | Running relational or NoSQL databases |
| Machine Learning & AI | Tools and frameworks for predictive analytics and intelligent applications | Automating customer service |
| Data Lakes & Analytics | Services for large-scale data processing and visualization | Business intelligence solutions |
| Internet of Things (IoT) | Solutions for connecting devices and sensors | Smart home applications |
Managing AWS with Terraform
Terraform by HashiCorp is an Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tool designed to simplify the provisioning and management of AWS resources. As an advanced tier technology partner in the Amazon Partner Network, HashiCorp offers a dedicated AWS provider that allows users to define and manage infrastructure using the HashiCorp Configuration Language (HCL). These configuration files are human-readable, version-controlled, and seamlessly integrated with source control systems for enhanced manageability and reusability.
Getting Started with Terraform
For more details on Terraform and its AWS provider, visit the Terraform Documentation.
Learning Path and Course Outline
In this article, our journey begins with the fundamentals of AWS. We will guide you through setting up an AWS account and navigating the AWS Management Console. The initial lectures and demonstrations are specifically designed for beginners using AWS.
Starting with Identity and Access Management (IAM), you will learn the basics of access control and security. Once you’re comfortable with IAM, we will demonstrate how to deploy IAM resources using Terraform. As you progress, additional AWS services such as S3 and DynamoDB will be introduced, along with practical examples of how to configure and manage these resources with Terraform.
Hands-On Labs
Each lecture and demonstration is complemented by hands-on labs, giving you practical experience in deploying AWS resources using Terraform.
This step-by-step approach helps you build a strong foundation in AWS while simultaneously gaining proficiency in Terraform—a powerful tool to manage and automate your cloud infrastructure.
Additional Resources
With this knowledge, you are now ready to explore AWS and harness the power of Infrastructure as Code with Terraform. Enjoy your journey into cloud computing and modern infrastructure management!
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