AWS2 min readPublished Jun 8, 2024

How to Optimize Costs with Terraform

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Introduction

In this tutorial, we will cover how to optimize costs with Terraform. Managing resource provisioning costs is crucial for any organization, as uncontrolled spending can quickly eat into your budget. If you find the process too complicated or need help, we offer assistance for a low one-time fee.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Install Required Packages/Software

To begin, you need to have Terraform installed on your machine. If you haven’t done this yet, you can install it by running the following commands:


sudo apt-get update

sudo apt-get install terraform

Step 2: Set Up Configuration

Next, you’ll set up your Terraform configuration. This is a crucial step for managing resources effectively. Detailed instructions and configuration examples are provided below:


provider "aws" {

region = "us-west-2"

}

resource "aws_instance" "example" {

ami = "ami-0c94855ba95c574c8"

instance_type = "t2.micro"

}

Step 3: Create Necessary Files/Scripts

After setting up your configuration, you need to create the necessary files or scripts. Below is a comprehensive and working sample:


resource "aws_instance" "example" {

count = 10

ami = "ami-0c94855ba95c574c8"

instance_type = "t2.micro"

}

Step 4: Run the Setup/Script

Now, execute the setup or script. You can do this by running the following command:

terraform apply

Step 5: Verify Results

After running the script, verify your configurations or results. Use the following command and check the expected outcomes:

terraform show

Step 6: Remediate Issues

If you encounter issues, follow the example remediation steps below:

terraform plan -out=tfplan

terraform apply tfplan

Step 7: Automate/Schedule Regular Checks (if applicable)

Lastly, automate or schedule regular checks. You can use cron jobs, CI/CD pipelines, or other tools. For instance, you can use the following cron job:

0 2 * * * /usr/local/bin/terraform apply

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