Introduction to "terraform.tfstate.backup"

In Terraform, "terraform.tfstate.backup" is an automatically generated file that provides a backup copy of the state file. This file is created whenever Terraform updates the state file, such as during a "terraform apply" or "terraform destroy" operation.

What is a state file?

A state file is a JSON file that contains the current state of your infrastructure. This file is managed by Terraform and makes it easy to see the status of all of your resources.

What is "terraform.tfstate.backup" used for?

"terraform.tfstate.backup" serves as a backup copy of the state file. This file is important for several reasons:

• In case of accidental deletion or corruption of the state file, the backup will provide an easy restore option.
• The backup can be used for disaster recovery purposes.
• Allows for easy rollback to a previous state in case of errors.

How does Terraform use "terraform.tfstate.backup?"

Whenever Terraform updates the state file, it automatically creates a backup file named "terraform.tfstate.backup". By default, Terraform keeps up to five backups of the state file.

Should "terraform.tfstate.backup" be included in source control?

No, "terraform.tfstate.backup" should not be included in source control as it is a dynamically generated file.

Conclusion

"terraform.tfstate.backup" is an important file in Terraform that helps ensure that your infrastructure is secure and easy to manage. It provides a backup of your state file that can be used for disaster recovery purposes and makes it easy to rollback to a previous state in case of errors.