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Learn how to effectively use Terraform's for_each to create resources dynamically while skipping specific keys based on conditions in your configuration.
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Mastering Terraform for_each: Dynamic Resource Creation with Conditional Key Removal

If you’ve ever struggled with resource creation in Terraform using the for_each loop, you’re not alone. A common problem arises when developers need to create resources based on certain conditions while also excluding specific keys from a map. In this guide, we will explore a solution for this challenge by detailing how to leverage the power of the for_each argument effectively.

Understanding the Problem

Imagine you need to manage different subnet configurations in your infrastructure. You have two maps of subnets: one for large subnets and one for small subnets. The requirement is to dynamically choose between these maps based on a variable, subnet_size. Additionally, you need to skip certain keys when creating resources—most notably, the AppGatewaySubnet key, where a network security group cannot be applied.

The goal is to create a for_each expression that efficiently makes use of these conditions while iterating through your subnet maps.

The Solution Explained

Step 1: Defining Your Variables

First, ensure that you have your variables properly defined. In your Terraform configuration, you may have something like this:

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Next, you’ll need a way to determine which keys should be skipped. For this, you can define a separate list of enabled keys (keys where network security groups are applied):

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Step 2: Constructing the for_each Expression

Here is the heart of the solution—the for_each statement that incorporates your requirements:

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In this for_each expression:

You are iterating over the chosen subnet map based on subnet_size.

By using a condition with contains(), only keys that are found within the nsg_enabled list will be included for resource creation.

Step 3: Testing and Validation

After implementing the for_each expression, it is crucial to validate your Terraform plans to ensure that only the intended keys are being processed. You can run:

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This command will allow you to see the resources that will be created and help verify that keys like AppGatewaySubnet have been correctly skipped.

Conclusion

By utilizing Terraform's for_each in combination with conditions, you can dynamically create resources tailored to your configuration needs while also elegantly controlling which keys should be excluded. This method maximizes the flexibility of your infrastructure as code, allowing you to easily manage varying configurations with minimal overhead.

With these practices, you’ll not only master using for_each but also enhance your Terraform scripting skills, paving the way for more robust and adaptable infrastructure management. Happy coding!