tf-Modules-Best-Practices


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Modules Best Practices

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Roadmap info from [ roadmap website ] (<https://roadmap.sh/terraform/modules > best practices@gTMPK0tfs2JYgoL7SAGW6)

                                                                                  Terraform module best practices focus on creating reusable, maintainable, and scalable infrastructure components.

                                                                                  - Modules should have a single, clear purpose and be designed with flexibility in mind, using input variables for customization.
                                                                                  - Outputs should be carefully chosen to provide necessary information without over-exposing internal details.
                                                                                  - Version your modules and use semantic versioning to manage changes.
                                                                                  - Keep modules small and focused, adhering to the single responsibility principle.
                                                                                  - Document your modules thoroughly, including usage examples and input/output descriptions.
                                                                                  - Use consistent naming conventions and structure across modules.
                                                                                  - Test modules in isolation and as part of larger systems.
                                                                                  - Avoid hard-coding values that might change across environments.
                                                                                  - Consider using nested modules for complex structures, but be mindful of over-nesting.
                                                                                  - Regularly review and refactor modules to incorporate improvements and maintain best practices.

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                                                                                  - [officialModule best practices](https://developer.hashicorp.com/terraform/tutorials/modules/module#module-best-practices)
                                                                                  - [articleTerraform Modules Guide: Best Practices & Examples](https://www.env0.com/blog/terraform-modules)
                                                                                  - [videoBest practices for modularizing a Terraform project | PlatformCon 2023](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byzwaTng3ac)