Infrastructure as Code
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manages cloud infrastructure through code instead of manual processes. Define, deploy, and version your entire Azure environment with Terraform or Bicep.
Terraform vs Bicep
- Terraform: Multi-cloud, HCL language, large ecosystem, state management
- Bicep: Azure-native, simplified ARM templates, no state file needed
- Version Control: Track infrastructure changes in Git
- Automation: CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment
- Repeatability: Deploy identical environments consistently
Best Practices
Use modules for reusability, maintain separate environments (dev/staging/prod), implement drift detection, and integrate IaC into your CI/CD pipeline for consistent deployments.
