Who is this for?
This is an introductory topic for software developers who are new to deploying Arm instances on AWS using Terraform.
What will you learn?
Upon completion of this Learning Path, you will be able to:
- Automate Amazon EC2 instance creation using Terraform
- Deploy Arm instances on AWS and provide access via Jump Server
- Provide infrastructure basics, code knowledge and files that could help with future learning paths
Prerequisites
Before starting, you will need the following:
Summary
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You’ll define and apply Terraform automation to provision AWS Graviton-based EC2 instances and expose secure access through a jump server, also known as a bastion host. First, you’ll review the provided Terraform files, run the workflow using Terraform Cloud, and adapt the configuration as needed to fit related projects. You’ll learn a practical pattern: create Arm-based EC2 instances, place a supervised access point in front, and validate that the deployed nodes are reachable only through the jump server. The resulting configuration provides a reusable baseline for future Arm-focused work on AWS that requires one or more server nodes.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes. Any computer with the required tools installed can be used, including a desktop, laptop, or virtual machine.
Should I use Terraform Cloud or the local CLI for this workflow?This Learning Path uses Terraform Cloud to automate the creation of Arm instances. Follow the steps that reference Terraform Cloud to run the provisioning.
How do I know the provisioned instances are Arm-based (Graviton)?The configuration in this Learning Path provisions Arm instances. After apply, check the instance details in AWS or the resource attributes shown by Terraform to confirm the architecture.
What result should I expect after applying the Terraform configuration?You should see one or more AWS instances created and a jump server configured to broker access. Verify that the resources are present in AWS and that the jump server is the access point.
What should I modify to reuse this setup for other Learning Paths?Use the provided Terraform files as a starting point and adjust them to match the needs of the other activity. Keep the jump server pattern and update the configuration where needed to align with your target environment.