Architecting AWS with Terraform


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Accelerate your business growth by employing Terraform for AWS projects with this comprehensive guide packed with practical implementation tips for start-ups, enterprises, and personal projects Key Features Learn Terraform on AWS from 12x AWS certified trainer Improve reusability and governance for large-scale Terraform projects Use infrastructure as code practices to fully automate AWS workloads Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionInfrastructure as code (IaC) and Terraform have become essential tools for managing cloud infrastructure and automating deployment processes. Mastering Terraform on AWS presents a step-by-step approach on how to master these tools and build a secure and scalable AWS infrastructure. The book starts with an introduction to patterns and anti-patterns of IaC and Terraform, explaining the common mistakes and pitfalls you must avoid. You’ll then learn about the importance of planning and designing infrastructure projects in AWS and making informed decisions for projects in AWS Terraform. You’ll find out how to implement Terraform in your projects and deploy serverless projects. Next, you’ll be able to deploy containers in AWS with Terraform, exploring the best practices for Terraform IaC projects. You’ll understand how you can leverage Terraform for enterprises, build Git workflows for IaC and Terraform projects, and automate deployment of Terraform projects. The last set of chapters will teach you how to govern AWS with Terraform and build a secure infrastructure. Finally, you’ll discover how to achieve a perfect AWS infrastructure with Terraform. By the end of this book, you’ll have gained a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of Terraform and IaC, along with the knowledge required to build, manage, and deploy complex infrastructures on AWS.What you will learn Get to grips with Terraform frameworks and best practices Use Terraform providers and modules Develop your first AWS resource in Terraform Build an infrastructure project with Terraform Govern an infrastructure project in Terraform Deploy Terraform projects to AWS with CI/CD Who this book is for This book is for cloud and DevOps engineers, developers, and architects responsible for writing or designing infrastructure as code to deploy resources in AWS. You are expected to have a basic understanding of AWS and should have experience deploying resources through the user interface (UI).




Network Programmability and Automation


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Network engineers are finding it harder than ever to rely solely on manual processes to get their jobs done. New protocols, technologies, delivery models, and the need for businesses to become more agile and flexible have made network automation essential. The updated second edition of this practical guide shows network engineers how to use a range of technologies and tools, including Linux, Python, APIs, and Git, to automate systems through code. This edition also includes brand new topics such as network development environments, cloud, programming with Go, and a reference network automation architecture. Network Programmability and Automation will help you automate tasks involved in configuring, managing, and operating network equipment, topologies, services, and connectivity. Through the course of the book, you'll learn the basic skills and tools you need to make this critical transition. You'll learn: Programming skills with Python and Go: data types, conditionals, loops, functions, and more How to work with Linux-based systems, the foundation for modern networking and cloud platforms Data formats and models: JSON, XML, YAML, and YANG Jinja templating for creating network device configurations The role of application programming interfaces (APIs) in network automation Source control with Git to manage code changes during the automation process Cloud-native technologies like Docker and Kubernetes How to automate network devices and services using Ansible, Salt, and Terraform Tools and technologies for developing and continuously integrating network automation




DevOps Automation Cookbook


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Automate, scale, and secure your DevOps workflows like a pro KEY FEATURES ● Master automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, Git, Jenkins, and more. ● Practical recipes for CI/CD pipelines, IaC, testing, and security. ● Leverage best practices to optimize and scale your DevOps processes. DESCRIPTION In the fast-paced world of software development, embracing DevOps practices is key to achieving rapid, reliable deployments. The DevOps Automation Cookbook equips you with a comprehensive toolkit to automate and streamline your workflows, from infrastructure provisioning to continuous integration and deployment. This book teaches readers how to automate infrastructure setup and deployment using IaC tools like Terraform and Ansible. It covers essential DevOps practices such as version control with Git, continuous integration with Jenkins or Travis, and automated testing with Selenium. The book also explains containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes for efficient app deployment. It highlights DevSecOps, focusing on security with Puppet, and explores using TeamCity for enforcing compliance policies in the DevOps workflow. Whether you are a seasoned DevOps practitioner or just starting your journey, the DevOps Automation Cookbook provides the insights and hands-on skills you need to take your automation game to the next level. Discover how to optimize your processes, scale your infrastructure, and deliver high-quality software faster than ever before. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Automate infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Ansible. ● Implement version control and collaboration with Git. ● Set up efficient CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins. ● Leverage containers with Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes. ● Integrate automated testing and security into DevOps workflows. ● Apply configuration management using Puppet and Chef. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and software developers seeking to automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and security within their workflows. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Understanding Infrastructure as Code 3. Provisioning with Terraform 4. Version Control with Git 5. Introduction to Continuous Integration with Jenkins and Travis 6. Automated Testing in DevOps 7. Test Automation with Selenium 8. Understanding Containers and Orchestration 9. Deployment with Docker and Kubernetes 10. Introduction to Security in DevOps 11. Puppet and Security 12. Configuration Management with Chef 13. Ensuring Compliance with TeamCity 14. Implications and Future Directions




Effective DevOps with AWS


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Scale and maintain outstanding performance in your AWS-based infrastructure using DevOps principles Key FeaturesImplement continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines on AWSGain insight from an expert who has worked with Silicon Valley's most high-profile companiesImplement DevOps principles to take full advantage of the AWS stack and servicesBook Description The DevOps movement has transformed the way modern tech companies work. Amazon Web Services (AWS), which has been at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution, has also been a key contributor to the DevOps movement, creating a huge range of managed services that help you implement DevOps principles. Effective DevOps with AWS, Second Edition will help you to understand how the most successful tech start-ups launch and scale their services on AWS, and will teach you how you can do the same. This book explains how to treat infrastructure as code, meaning you can bring resources online and offline as easily as you control your software. You will also build a continuous integration and continuous deployment pipeline to keep your app up to date. Once you have gotten to grips will all this, we'll move on to how to scale your applications to offer maximum performance to users even when traffic spikes, by using the latest technologies, such as containers. In addition to this, you'll get insights into monitoring and alerting, so you can make sure your users have the best experience when using your service. In the concluding chapters, we'll cover inbuilt AWS tools such as CodeDeploy and CloudFormation, which are used by many AWS administrators to perform DevOps. By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to ensure the security of your platform and data, using the latest and most prominent AWS tools. What you will learnImplement automatic AWS instance provisioning using CloudFormationDeploy your application on a provisioned infrastructure with AnsibleManage infrastructure using TerraformBuild and deploy a CI/CD pipeline with Automated Testing on AWSUnderstand the container journey for a CI/CD pipeline using AWS ECSMonitor and secure your AWS environmentWho this book is for Effective DevOps with AWS is for you if you are a developer, DevOps engineer, or you work in a team which wants to build and use AWS for software infrastructure. Basic computer science knowledge is required to get the most out of this book.




Implementing DevOps on AWS


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Bring the best out of DevOps and build, deploy, and maintain applications on AWS About This Book Work through practical examples and gain DevOps best practices to successfully deploy applications on AWS Successfully provision and operate distributed application systems and your AWS infrastructure using DevOps Perform Continuous Integration and deployment and fine-tune the way you deliver on AWS Who This Book Is For This book is for system administrators and developers who manage AWS infrastructure and environments and are planning to implement DevOps in their organizations. Those aiming for the AWS Certified DevOps Engineer certification will also find this book useful. Prior experience of operating and managing AWS environments is expected. What You Will Learn Design and deploy infrastructure as code within your AWS Virtual Private Cloud Implement Continuous Integration using AWS Services Configure EC2 instances using SaltStack Implement Continuous Deployment using Jenkins and the AWS CLI Collect important metrics and log data to gain more insight into infrastructure and applications Troubleshooting popular issues with some less known techniques using the AWS platform In Detail Knowing how to adopt DevOps in your organization is becoming an increasingly important skill for developers, whether you work for a start-up, an SMB, or an enterprise. This book will help you to drastically reduce the amount of time spent on development and increase the reliability of your software deployments on AWS using popular DevOps methods of automation. To start, you will get familiar with the concept of IaC and will learn to design, deploy, and maintain AWS infrastructure. Further on, you'll see how to design and deploy a Continuous Integration platform on AWS using either open source or AWS provided tools/services. Following on from the delivery part of the process, you will learn how to deploy a newly created, tested, and verified artefact to the AWS infrastructure without manual intervention. You will then find out what to consider in order to make the implementation of Configuration Management easier and more effective. Toward the end of the book, you will learn some tricks and tips to optimize and secure your AWS environment. By the end of the book, you will have mastered the art of implementing DevOps practices onto AWS. Style and approach This book is packed full of real-world examples demonstrating use cases that help you deploy DevOps best practices on AWS.




Terraform in Action


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"For readers experienced with a major cloud platform such as AWS. Examples in Javascript and Golang"--Back cover.




Building and Automating Penetration Testing Labs in the Cloud


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Take your penetration testing career to the next level by discovering how to set up and exploit cost-effective hacking lab environments on AWS, Azure, and GCP Key Features Explore strategies for managing the complexity, cost, and security of running labs in the cloud Unlock the power of infrastructure as code and generative AI when building complex lab environments Learn how to build pentesting labs that mimic modern environments on AWS, Azure, and GCP Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionThe significant increase in the number of cloud-related threats and issues has led to a surge in the demand for cloud security professionals. This book will help you set up vulnerable-by-design environments in the cloud to minimize the risks involved while learning all about cloud penetration testing and ethical hacking. This step-by-step guide begins by helping you design and build penetration testing labs that mimic modern cloud environments running on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Next, you’ll find out how to use infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions to manage a variety of lab environments in the cloud. As you advance, you’ll discover how generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, can be leveraged to accelerate the preparation of IaC templates and configurations. You’ll also learn how to validate vulnerabilities by exploiting misconfigurations and vulnerabilities using various penetration testing tools and techniques. Finally, you’ll explore several practical strategies for managing the complexity, cost, and risks involved when dealing with penetration testing lab environments in the cloud. By the end of this penetration testing book, you’ll be able to design and build cost-effective vulnerable cloud lab environments where you can experiment and practice different types of attacks and penetration testing techniques.What you will learn Build vulnerable-by-design labs that mimic modern cloud environments Find out how to manage the risks associated with cloud lab environments Use infrastructure as code to automate lab infrastructure deployments Validate vulnerabilities present in penetration testing labs Find out how to manage the costs of running labs on AWS, Azure, and GCP Set up IAM privilege escalation labs for advanced penetration testing Use generative AI tools to generate infrastructure as code templates Import the Kali Linux Generic Cloud Image to the cloud with ease Who this book is forThis book is for security engineers, cloud engineers, and aspiring security professionals who want to learn more about penetration testing and cloud security. Other tech professionals working on advancing their career in cloud security who want to learn how to manage the complexity, costs, and risks associated with building and managing hacking lab environments in the cloud will find this book useful.




Terraform Cookbook


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Explore how to provision, manage, and scale your infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Get up and running with the latest version of Terraform (v1+) CLI Discover how to deploy Kubernetes resources with Terraform Learn how to troubleshoot common Terraform issues Book DescriptionHashiCorp Configuration Language (HCL) has changed how we define and provision data center infrastructure with the launch of Terraform, a top-tier product for building Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Terraform Cookbook shows you how to leverage Terraform to manage complex infrastructure with ease. This new edition has been updated to include real-world examples for provisioning Azure, AWS and GCP infrastructure with Terraform. You'll delve into manual and automated testing with Terraform configurations, creating and managing a balanced, efficient, and reusable infrastructure with Terraform modules. You'll learn how to automate the deployment of Terraform configuration with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD). Besides that, several new chapters have been added that describe the use of Terraform for Docker and Kubernetes, examine advanced topics on GitOps practices, and explain how to test Terraform configurations using different tools to check code and security compliance. The final chapter covers troubleshooting common Terraform issues and provides solutions for frequently encountered errors. By the end of this book, you'll have developed the skills needed to get the most value out of Terraform and to effectively manage your infrastructure.What you will learn Use Terraform to build and run cloud and Kubernetes infrastructure using IaC best practices Adapt the Terraform command line adapted to appropriate use cases Automate the deployment of Terraform confi guration with CI/CD Discover manipulation of the Terraform state by adding or removing resources Explore Terraform for Docker and Kubernetes deployment, advanced topics on GitOps practices, and Cloud Development Kit (CDK) Add and apply test code and compliance security in Terraform configuration Debug and troubleshoot common Terraform errors Who this book is for This book is for developers, operators, and DevOps engineers looking to improve their workflow and use Infrastructure as Code. Experience with Microsoft Azure, Jenkins, shell scripting, and DevOps practices is required to get the most out of this Terraform book.




Implementing GitOps with Kubernetes


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Learn to integrate and implement the GitOps framework, tools like Kubernetes and Openshift, and best practices across AWS and Azure cloud platforms, ensuring enhanced reliability in your cloud-native infrastructure and application deployments Key Features Master basic and advanced GitOps concepts for efficient cloud-native architectural design and application deployment Set up GitOps workflows for Kubernetes, integrate CI/CD pipelines, and optimize deployment strategies Perform continuous deployment using GitHub, Hel Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description This book covers actionable GitOps practices for automated, secure Kubernetes deployments with industry-tested scenarios. You’ll be able to leverage GitOps to tackle cloud-native software delivery challenges, such as preventing data drifts between systems and Git repositories, and ensuring rapid, error-free deployments. The book introduces GitOps core concepts and principles and then delves into integrating version control and GitOps tools such as Argo CD, Flux CD, Helm, and Kustomize with Kubernetes. You’ll learn about scaling GitOps across multiple clusters, architectural designs for efficient cloud-native operations, and the cultural transformation needed to support GitOps adoption within an organization. As you progress, you’ll be able to automate infrastructure and implement CI/CD processes on OpenShift, MS Azure, and AWS platforms using GitOps, Terraform, OpenTofu, and Argo CD. You’ll also explore examples and best practices for integrating observability, enhancing security, managing financial operations (FinOps), and future trends such as AI and sustainability in GitOps. By the end of this book, you’ll have gained the skills you need to apply GitOps strategies for robust Kubernetes and cloud deployments, thereby boosting your productivity and efficiency. What you will learn Delve into GitOps methods and best practices used for modern cloud-native environments Explore GitOps tools such as GitHub, Argo CD, Flux CD, Helm, and Kustomize Automate Kubernetes CI/CD workflows using GitOps and GitHub Actions Deploy infrastructure as code using Terraform, OpenTofu, and GitOps Automate AWS, Azure, and OpenShift platforms with GitOps Understand multitenancy, rolling back deployments, and how to handle stateful applications using GitOps methods Implement observability, security, cost optimization, and AI in GitOps practices Who this book is for This book is for DevOps engineers, platform engineers, SREs, and cloud engineers who want to get skilled at implementing GitOps practices effectively in cloud-native environments. A foundational understanding of cloud computing, containerization, infrastructure as code, DevOps, CI/CD principles, and Kubernetes will be helpful to get the most out of this book.




DevOps Unleashed


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In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations are increasingly seeking faster, more efficient ways to develop, test, and deploy software. "DevOps Unleashed: Bridging Development and Operations for Continuous Success" is a comprehensive guide that demystifies the world of DevOps and its transformative impact on modern enterprises. Written by Aditya Pratap Bhuyan, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in enterprise and cloud applications, this book is tailored for professionals at all levels, offering both technical insights and a deep understanding of the cultural changes essential for DevOps success. With more than 40 industry certifications and extensive experience in Java, Spring, microservices, cloud computing, and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, Aditya brings a wealth of knowledge to this book. He not only covers the tools and technologies that form the backbone of a successful DevOps strategy but also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and breaking down silos between development and operations teams. "DevOps Unleashed" begins by exploring the origins of DevOps, examining how it evolved from traditional software development practices to a modern, agile framework. Aditya delves into the cultural mindset needed to fully embrace DevOps, illustrating how collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement are as vital as the technical aspects. The book is divided into well-structured chapters that cover key pillars of DevOps, such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, monitoring, and security. Aditya walks readers through setting up CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure with tools like Terraform, and leveraging real-time monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana to ensure system health. The practical hands-on examples, case studies, and real-world scenarios make complex topics accessible for both novices and seasoned practitioners. One of the standout aspects of the book is its focus on DevSecOps—integrating security at every stage of the software development lifecycle. Aditya emphasizes the growing importance of security in DevOps pipelines and provides practical strategies for automating security checks and ensuring compliance. For those looking to go beyond the basics, the book also covers advanced DevOps topics such as chaos engineering, site reliability engineering (SRE), and the role of AI and machine learning in automating DevOps processes. This book is not just about tools or methodologies—it’s about adopting a new mindset. Aditya helps readers understand that DevOps is a journey, one that requires continuous learning, adaptation, and a commitment to innovation. Whether you’re an engineer, a team lead, or an executive looking to implement DevOps at scale, "DevOps Unleashed" offers a roadmap to success. By the end of this book, readers will have gained a holistic understanding of DevOps—both its cultural foundations and technical implementations—and be equipped to build, scale, and optimize DevOps practices in their own organizations.