Terraform is the go-to platform for deploying and managing infrastructure as code (IaC). But for Terraform to function, it needs a set of configuration files that specify the resources, settings, and structure of your infrastructure. How you create and organize IaC files will have a big impact on how effective and efficient your IaC deployment becomes, especially as your environment scales and evolves.
The goal of this article is to help you understand the role and function of some of the most critical Terraform files, and how you can structure their folders to optimize the efficiency and scalability of your cloud resources. Learn about the importance of keeping Terraform files in order, and explore some tips for making sure your setup serves your IaC operations well.