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Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Checklist
Version Control
Maintain all IaC scripts in a version-controlled repository.
Implement a branching strategy that supports your team's workflow.
Ensure commit messages are meaningful and follow a consistent format.
Testing and Continuous Integration
Write unit and integration tests for IaC scripts.
Set up a CI pipeline to automatically test and deploy IaC changes.
Use linters and static code analysis tools to enforce coding standards.
Security and Compliance
Scan IaC code for security issues and compliance violations.
Implement least privilege access for IaC operations.
Regularly review and update IAM policies and resource permissions.
Documentation and Knowledge Sharing
Create and maintain documentation for your IaC setup and usage.
Document common troubleshooting steps and operational procedures.
Share knowledge and updates about IaC practices among team members.
Configuration Management
Ensure configurations are declarative and idempotent.
Store secrets and sensitive information securely, using encryption and secret management tools.
Use environment variables and parameterization to manage different environments.
Monitoring and Performance
Integrate monitoring tools to track the performance and health of infrastructure.
Set up alerts for critical events and thresholds related to infrastructure.
Regularly analyze performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities.
Dependency Management
Keep track of module and provider versions used in IaC scripts.
Automate dependency updates to ensure the latest secure and stable versions.
Isolate and manage dependencies to prevent conflicts and breaking changes.
Code Review and Collaboration
Establish a code review process for IaC contributions.
Encourage pair programming or mob programming for complex IaC changes.
Use pull requests and code review tools to facilitate discussions and feedback.
