Automating Tests for Terraform

URL: https://youtube.com/watch?v=oLRtFy6mYSg&si=8G_U7xu98RVi3x_-
Author: HashiCorp

Summary

The text discusses automating tests for Terraform using the test pyramid, including unit tests, contract integration tests, and end-to-end tests. It explains the importance of testing modules before deployment and introduces the concept of Terraform testing capabilities to validate infrastructure changes. Test files are created and executed using Terraform to ensure proper functionality of modules.

Highlights Added July 17, 2024 at 11:02 AM

bottom of the pyramid we have unit test followed by contract integration and end
to end test and the idea here is as we move up the pyramid um the time and resource needed to run the test increases which is why many organization like to focus their effort at the bottom of the pyramid especially through unit testing ([View Highlight] (https://read.readwise.io/read/01j27yzw36r4sqngq3kk5ry4n2))