TERRAFORM

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TERRAFORM INTERVIEW QUESTION - 1

What is Terraform and what is it used for?

Terraform is an open-source infrastructure as code

(IAC) software tool used for provisioning and
managing cloud infrastructure, on-premises
infrastructure, and other infrastructure resources in
a consistent and efficient manner.

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What are the key features of Terraform?

Declarative Configuration: Terraform uses a declarative syntax to describe infrastructure
resources, making it easier to manage complex infrastructure and ensuring consistency.
Resource Management: Terraform provides a unified way to manage multiple resources,
such as virtual machines, DNS entries, databases, and more.
Versioning and History: Terraform maintains a history of changes and versions, making it
easier to collaborate and roll back changes if necessary.
Multi-Cloud Support: Terraform supports multiple cloud providers, including Amazon
Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, and more.
Modular Design: Terraform allows users to define reusable components, making it easier
to manage complex infrastructure and promoting consistency and organization.

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TERRAFORM INTERVIEW QUESTION - 3

How does Terraform differ from other infrastructure as code

tools?
Terraform differs from other IAC tools, such as Ansible, Puppet, and Chef, in several
ways:
Terraform focuses on the provisioning and management of infrastructure resources,
whereas other IAC tools also focus on configuring and managing software
components.
Terraform is a declarative tool, meaning users declare the desired state of their
infrastructure, and Terraform automatically provisions and manages the resources to
reach that state. Other IAC tools may use a procedural syntax, where users explicitly
describe the steps to reach the desired state.
Terraform supports multiple cloud providers and on-premises infrastructure, whereas
other IAC tools may be more focused on specific cloud providers or types of
infrastructure.

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How does Terraform manage dependencies between

resources?

Terraform uses a state file to track the current state of

resources and dependencies between resources. When
Terraform provisions resources, it uses the state file to
determine the order in which resources should be
created and managed, ensuring that dependencies are
satisfied before a resource is created.

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Can Terraform be used with other IAC tools, such as Ansible

or Chef?
Yes, Terraform can be used with other IAC tools, such as Ansible
and Chef, as part of a larger infrastructure automation
workflow.
Terraform can provision the infrastructure resources, and other
IAC tools can be used to configure and manage the software
components running on those resources.

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How does Terraform handle rollbacks and failures during

resource provisioning?
Terraform has built-in features to handle rollbacks and failures during
resource provisioning.
If Terraform encounters a failure during resource provisioning, it will
automatically roll back any changes that were made, returning the
infrastructure to its previous state.
Additionally, Terraform provides a "plan" feature, which allows users to
preview the changes that will be made to their infrastructure before actually
making those changes.
This makes it easier to catch potential errors or issues before they occur.

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Can Terraform be used for multi-team or multi-environment

deployments?
Yes, Terraform can be used for multi-team or multi-environment
deployments, as it supports modular design and versioning.
Teams can work together on shared components and modules, and
Terraform's versioning and history features make it easier to collaborate and
track changes.
Additionally, Terraform provides a way to manage multiple environments,
such as production, staging, and development, with the same infrastructure
code, making it easier to maintain consistency across environments.

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Can Terraform be used for dynamic infrastructure, such as

auto-scaling?
Yes, Terraform can be used for dynamic infrastructure, such as
auto-scaling.
Terraform can manage the underlying infrastructure resources
that support auto-scaling, such as virtual machines, load
balancers, and DNS entries.
Additionally, Terraform can be integrated with cloud provider
auto-scaling features, such as AWS Auto Scaling, to dynamically
adjust infrastructure resources as needed.

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Alok Kumar
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What are the prerequisites for using Terraform?

To use Terraform, you will need:
A computer with a supported operating system, such as Windows, macOS, or
Linux.
A basic understanding of cloud infrastructure, including concepts such as
virtual machines, load balancers, and databases.
Access to a cloud provider or on-premises infrastructure, such as AWS, GCP,
or Azure.
A Terraform configuration file, which defines the desired state of your
infrastructure.

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TERRAFORM INTERVIEW QUESTION - 10

Can Terraform be used for continuous integration and

continuous deployment (CI/CD)?
Yes, Terraform can be used as part of a CI/CD pipeline. Terraform can
be integrated with CI/CD tools, such as Jenkins, to automatically
provision and manage infrastructure resources as part of a
deployment process.
Additionally, Terraform's versioning and history features make it
easier to track and manage changes, making it a good fit for CI/CD
environments where repeatability and consistency are important.

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