Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

IaC manages and provisions infrastructure through machine-readable configuration files rather than manual processes.

What is Infrastructure as Code?

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) manages and provisions computing infrastructure through machine-readable definition files rather than physical hardware configuration or interactive configuration tools.

IaC Benefits

Version control, Reproducibility, Consistency, Automation, Documentation.

Common Misconceptions

"IaC is only for cloud" - Works for any infrastructure
"IaC eliminates manual work" - Initial setup and maintenance required
"One tool fits all" - Different tools for different needs