Introduction:
In this blog post, readers will learn how to get started with Terraform Cloud, a platform for managing infrastructure as code. The article provides a step-by-step guide to creating a Terraform Cloud account, setting up an organization, integrating with GitHub, and creating workspaces
Part 1: Creating a Terraform Cloud Account
Visit the Terraform Cloud website at [Website URL].
Click on the "Sign Up" or "Get Started for Free" button.
Fill in your email address and choose a strong password.
Follow the prompts to complete the account creation process.
Part 2: Setting Up Your Organization
After creating an account, log in to Terraform Cloud.
On the dashboard, click on the organization drop-down menu and select "New Organization."
Provide a name for your organization and click "Create Organization."
Part 3: Integrating with GitHub
In your Terraform Cloud organization, navigate to "Settings."
Select "Version Control" from the sidebar menu.
- Choose GitHub as your version control provider.
Enter your GitHub organization or user account details.
Provide the necessary permissions and generate a personal access token in GitHub.
Enter the access token in the Terraform Cloud settings.
Verify that Terraform Cloud can access your GitHub repositories.
Part 4: Creating a Workspace
On the Terraform Cloud dashboard, click on the organization name.
Select "New Workspace" and choose the appropriate workflow (Version Control Workflow or API-driven Workflow).
Configure the workspace settings, including name, description, and version control settings.
Optionally, define variables, environment settings, and workspace notifications.
- Click "Create Workspace" to finalize the setup.
Terraform Cloud provides a streamlined way to manage infrastructure as code, collaborate with teams, and automate deployments. By following the steps outlined in this document, you can quickly create an account, set up your organization, integrate with GitHub, and create workspaces. Leverage the power of Terraform Cloud to simplify your infrastructure management journey.
Please note that the above document is a general outline and may require customization to fit your specific environment or organization.