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Terraform Advanced Configuration and State Management

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Terraform Advanced Configuration and State Management

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand Infrastructure as Code principles and Terraform fundamentals

  • Configure and manage cloud resources using Terraform

  • Implement state management and remote backends effectively

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September 2026

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8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

This module covers essential concepts in Terraform variable management, data types, and meta-arguments. Learners will gain practical skills in defining, using, and controlling infrastructure resources through hands-on exercises. The content includes managing environment variables, working with data structures, and applying lifecycle controls for resource management.

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20 videos1 reading1 assignment

This module explores key concepts in Terraform, including locals, data sources, expressions, conditions, functions, and dynamic blocks. Learners will gain practical skills in implementing and refining configurations to manage infrastructure efficiently. The module also covers advanced techniques like splat expressions and AMI version filtering.

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16 videos1 assignment

This module covers the essential techniques for managing Terraform state files, including refreshing, migrating, and using remote storage. Learners will explore state locking mechanisms and how to use Terraform state commands effectively. The module emphasizes best practices for collaboration in infrastructure as code environments.

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9 videos1 assignment

This module provides learners with essential skills in managing Terraform infrastructure using logs, taint, drift detection, and resource replacement. It covers practical approaches to handling infrastructure changes and ensuring consistency across deployments. Learners will gain hands-on experience with key Terraform concepts and best practices.

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13 videos1 assignment

This module covers the fundamentals of Terraform provisioners, utility providers, and null resources, focusing on practical techniques to automate tasks such as deploying EC2 instances, managing keys, executing local and remote scripts, and transferring files. Learners will gain hands-on skills in configuring and using these tools effectively in infrastructure workflows.

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10 videos1 assignment

This module covers the fundamentals of Terraform modules, including how to use registry modules, build custom modules, and manage multiple environments with workspaces. Learners will gain practical skills in structuring and optimizing infrastructure as code for scalability and efficiency.

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7 videos1 assignment

This module introduces learners to Terraform Cloud, covering its core features, setup procedures, and advanced workflow management. It explores how to configure cloud-based infrastructure, manage runs, and implement policy as code using Sentinel. By the end, learners will gain practical skills in cloud infrastructure automation and governance.

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5 videos1 reading2 assignments

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