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Infrastructure as Code Checklist
Code Quality and Standards
Use a consistent coding style and enforce it with a linter
Ensure all code is peer-reviewed and approved
Use descriptive and meaningful commit messages
Document code thoroughly, including inline comments and README files
Ensure all secrets and sensitive data are stored securely using environment variables or secret management tools
Version Control and Repository Management
Use a version control system like Git
Create branches for different features and bug fixes
Use pull requests for merging code into the main branch
Tag and release versions of your infrastructure code
Implement automated tests and CI/CD pipelines for code validation
Security and Compliance
Regularly update dependencies and libraries to the latest versions
Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments
Implement role-based access control (RBAC) for managing permissions
Encrypt data at rest and in transit
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR and HIPAA
Monitoring and Logging
Implement monitoring tools to track the health and performance of infrastructure
Set up alerting mechanisms for critical issues
Log all changes and actions performed on the infrastructure
Use centralized logging for easier analysis and troubleshooting
Regularly review logs and metrics to identify potential issues
Backup and Recovery
Implement regular backups of critical data and configurations
Test backup and recovery procedures periodically
Store backups in a secure and geographically diverse location
Ensure backups are encrypted
Document and review disaster recovery plans regularly
