Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the selection criteria for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and identify the unique advantages of using Terraform.
• Install and configure Terraform on different operating systems and select an appropriate IDE for Terraform development.
• Set up an Azure account and master the foundational Terraform commands: init, plan, and apply.
• Construct and manage Azure cloud infrastructure using Terraform, including virtual networks, VMs, storage, and load balancers.
• Comprehend Terraform state files and the principles of desired versus current infrastructure states.
• Employ advanced Terraform concepts such as variables, outputs, conditional expressions, functions, and dynamic blocks for scalable configurations.
• Utilize Terraform provisioners for resource initialization and configuration management post-deployment.
• Learn how to effectively use Terraform modules and workspaces to adhere to the DRY principle and manage multiple environments.
• Implement remote state management strategies to enhance team collaboration and maintain state security.
• Integrate Terraform with version control systems like GIT and securely manage Terraform states, including importing existing resources.