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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