We may earn an affiliate commission when you visit our partners.
Course image
Google Cloud Training
This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console. In Terraform, a Provider is the logical abstraction of an upstream API. This lab will show you how to build a custom provider for Terraform.
Enroll now

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Develops skills and knowledge that align with current industry expectations
Geared toward learners interested in cloud technologies
Taught by Google Cloud Training, a recognized authority in its field
Provides hands-on experience through lab sessions

Save this course

Save Custom Providers with Terraform to your list so you can find it easily later:
Save

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Custom Providers with Terraform with these activities:
Organize course materials
Stay organized and improve retention.
Show steps
  • Create a dedicated folder for course materials
  • File notes, assignments, and resources logically
Review Terraform Core Concepts
Strengthen your foundation in Terraform by revisiting its core concepts and principles.
Show steps
  • Review Terraform documentation
  • Refer to online resources and tutorials
  • Consider taking a Terraform refresher course
Connect with Terraform experts
Gain insights and guidance from experienced professionals.
Show steps
  • Attend Terraform meetups or conferences
  • Reach out to Terraform engineers on LinkedIn
13 other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 16 activities
Review Python syntax
Get familiar with Python syntax and basic data types.
Show steps
  • Review Python data types (int, float, str, etc.)
  • Review Python control flow (if, else, for, while)
Review Terraform Documentation
Enhance your understanding of Terraform's capabilities and best practices by exploring its official documentation.
Show steps
  • Visit the Terraform website
  • Read the Terraform documentation
  • Review specific sections related to Providers
Configure a Terraform Provider in a Lab
Gain practical experience by creating a custom Terraform Provider to reinforce your understanding of Terraform's architecture.
Show steps
  • Sign up for Coursera
  • Enroll in the Google Cloud Training course
  • Complete the lab exercise
Build a Terraform Provider Library
Build a custom provider to understand how Terraform interacts with upstream APIs.
Show steps
  • Read the Terraform documentation on providers.
  • Create a new provider directory in your Go workspace.
  • Implement the Provider interface.
  • Register your provider with Terraform.
  • Test your provider with an example configuration.
Guide Beginners in Terraform
Share your expertise and reinforce your own understanding by mentoring individuals new to Terraform.
Show steps
  • Join Terraform community forums
  • Offer assistance and guidance
  • Encourage questions and discussions
Terraform Provider Development Exercises
Practice writing Terraform providers to enhance your understanding of provider development.
Show steps
  • Create a provider that provisions a simple resource.
  • Create a provider that supports multiple resources.
  • Create a provider that uses a remote API.
  • Create a provider that uses a local data source.
  • Create a provider that supports multiple versions.
Learn about Terraform modules
Create reusable code blocks to improve efficiency.
Show steps
  • Follow a tutorial on Terraform modules
  • Experiment with different module configurations
Build a Terraform Module for a Common Infrastructure Pattern
Apply your learning by developing a reusable Terraform module that encapsulates a common infrastructure pattern.
Show steps
  • Identify a common infrastructure pattern
  • Design and implement the Terraform module
  • Share and publish your module
Solve Terraform coding challenges
Reinforce Terraform syntax and problem-solving skills.
Show steps
  • Find Terraform coding challenges online
  • Attempt to solve the challenges on your own
Participate in a Terraform Hackathon
Put your skills to the test and collaborate with others to solve real-world infrastructure challenges.
Show steps
  • Find a Terraform hackathon
  • Register and form a team
  • Develop and submit your solution
Write a blog post about Terraform Providers
Share your knowledge of Terraform providers by writing a blog post.
Show steps
  • Choose a topic related to Terraform providers.
  • Research the topic and gather information.
  • Write the blog post.
  • Publish the blog post on a relevant platform.
  • Promote the blog post on social media.
Contribute to a Terraform Provider Project
Sharpen your programming skills and expand your knowledge of Terraform by contributing to open-source provider projects.
Show steps
  • Identify a Terraform project
  • Create a fork
  • Make changes and submit a pull request
Build a custom Terraform provider
Solidify understanding of Terraform's extensibility.
Show steps
  • Design the interface for the custom provider
  • Implement the provider's functionality
  • Test the provider

Career center

Learners who complete Custom Providers with Terraform will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Network Engineer
A Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks. This includes tasks such as installing and configuring network hardware and software, and managing network security. This course may be helpful for Network Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of network infrastructure.
Cloud Engineer Manager
A Cloud Engineer Manager is responsible for leading and managing Cloud Engineer teams. This includes tasks such as planning and executing Cloud Engineer initiatives, and mentoring and coaching Cloud Engineer team members. This course may be helpful for Cloud Engineer Managers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure for their teams.
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. This includes tasks such as automating the build, deployment, and testing of software applications. This course may be helpful for DevOps Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure.
System Administrator
A System Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of computer systems. This includes tasks such as installing and configuring software, managing user accounts, and troubleshooting system issues. This course may be helpful for System Administrators who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of system resources.
Infrastructure Engineer
An Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks and systems. This includes tasks such as installing and configuring hardware and software, and managing network security. This course may be helpful for Infrastructure Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure.
Cloud Platform Engineer
A Cloud Platform Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud computing platforms. This includes tasks such as selecting and configuring cloud services, and managing cloud infrastructure. This course may be helpful for Cloud Platform Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure.
Cloud Security Engineer
A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for the security of cloud computing systems. This includes tasks such as implementing security measures, monitoring security events, and responding to security breaches in the cloud. This course may be helpful for Cloud Security Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of security infrastructure in the cloud.
Cloud Engineer
A Cloud Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of cloud computing systems. This includes tasks such as provisioning and managing cloud resources, monitoring cloud performance, and troubleshooting cloud issues. This course may be helpful for Cloud Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources.
Cloud Architect Manager
A Cloud Architect Manager is responsible for leading and managing Cloud Architect teams. This includes tasks such as planning and executing Cloud Architect initiatives, and mentoring and coaching Cloud Architect team members. This course may be helpful for Cloud Architect Managers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure for their teams.
DevSecOps Engineer
A DevSecOps Engineer is responsible for integrating security into the DevOps process. This includes tasks such as developing and implementing security policies, and monitoring and responding to security events. This course may be helpful for DevSecOps Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of security infrastructure.
Cloud Architect
A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages cloud computing systems. As a Cloud Architect, you work with clients to understand their needs and design cloud solutions that meet those needs. This course may be helpful for Cloud Architects who want to learn how to use Terraform to provision and manage cloud resources.
DevOps Manager
A DevOps Manager is responsible for leading and managing DevOps teams. This includes tasks such as planning and executing DevOps initiatives, and mentoring and coaching DevOps team members. This course may be helpful for DevOps Managers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure for their teams.
Security Engineer
A Security Engineer is responsible for the security of computer systems and networks. This includes tasks such as implementing security measures, monitoring security events, and responding to security breaches. This course may be helpful for Security Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of security infrastructure.
Data Engineer
A Data Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of data systems. This includes tasks such as collecting data, cleaning data, and analyzing data. This course may be helpful for Data Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of data infrastructure.
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of software applications. This includes tasks such as writing code, debugging code, and testing code. This course may be helpful for Software Engineers who want to learn how to use Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure for their applications.

Reading list

We've selected ten books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Custom Providers with Terraform.
A comprehensive guide to Terraform. Covers all aspects of the tool, from basic concepts to advanced topics. A valuable resource for all users, from beginners to experienced practitioners.
Provides a comprehensive guide to using Terraform, including how to write and use custom providers.
Covers Cloud Native Infrastructure, including some discussion of Terraform. It can provide useful background reading, though it is not directly relevant to this course's focus on Terraform.
Discusses DevOps practices in general and does not specifically cover Terraform. It may be useful for readers who want to better understand the context in which Terraform is used.
Discusses DevOps practices in general and does not specifically cover Terraform. It may be useful for readers who want to better understand the context in which Terraform is used.
Covers software architecture and does not specifically cover Terraform. It may be useful for readers who want to better understand the software architecture concepts used in Terraform.
Covers domain-driven design and does not specifically cover Terraform. It may be useful for readers who want to better understand the domain-driven design concepts used in Terraform.

Share

Help others find this course page by sharing it with your friends and followers:

Similar courses

Here are nine courses similar to Custom Providers with Terraform.
Our mission

OpenCourser helps millions of learners each year. People visit us to learn workspace skills, ace their exams, and nurture their curiosity.

Our extensive catalog contains over 50,000 courses and twice as many books. Browse by search, by topic, or even by career interests. We'll match you to the right resources quickly.

Find this site helpful? Tell a friend about us.

Affiliate disclosure

We're supported by our community of learners. When you purchase or subscribe to courses and programs or purchase books, we may earn a commission from our partners.

Your purchases help us maintain our catalog and keep our servers humming without ads.

Thank you for supporting OpenCourser.

© 2016 - 2024 OpenCourser