Infrastructure as Code, part 3: automate Kubernetes deployments with CI/CD and Terraform

This tutorial series provides a comprehensive guide to implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with a focus on Terraform and CircleCI for automating deployments. It walks developers through creating Kubernetes clusters, building Docker images, and setting up continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. The article details how to automate Terraform IaC deployments using CircleCI, explaining the configuration of jobs and workflows in the CircleCI .config.yml file and the importance of project-level environment variables for authentication. By automating these processes, developers can enhance the efficiency and reliability of their software development workflows, ensuring consistent execution and gaining real-time feedback. The series encourages hands-on experimentation, promoting a deeper understanding of DevOps tools and practices while providing resources for further learning in Terraform, Google Cloud Platform, and Docker.