terraform
Terraform infrastructure-as-code skills from HashiCorp. Covers HCL code generation with style conventions, testing with .tftest.hcl files, and module refactoring. Use when writing, reviewing, generating, or refactoring Terraform configurations, creating tests, or designing modules.
Best use case
terraform is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Terraform infrastructure-as-code skills from HashiCorp. Covers HCL code generation with style conventions, testing with .tftest.hcl files, and module refactoring. Use when writing, reviewing, generating, or refactoring Terraform configurations, creating tests, or designing modules.
Teams using terraform should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/terraform/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How terraform Compares
| Feature / Agent | terraform | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Terraform infrastructure-as-code skills from HashiCorp. Covers HCL code generation with style conventions, testing with .tftest.hcl files, and module refactoring. Use when writing, reviewing, generating, or refactoring Terraform configurations, creating tests, or designing modules.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Terraform Skills HashiCorp's official Terraform agent skills for infrastructure-as-code development. ## Available Sub-Skills | Skill | File | Use When | |-------|------|----------| | Style Guide | [terraform-style-guide-SKILL.md](terraform-style-guide-SKILL.md) | Writing or reviewing Terraform HCL code | | Testing | [terraform-test-SKILL.md](terraform-test-SKILL.md) | Creating .tftest.hcl test files, writing assertions, mocking | | Module Refactoring | [refactor-module-SKILL.md](refactor-module-SKILL.md) | Transforming monolithic configs into reusable modules | ## Quick Reference ### File Organization | File | Purpose | |------|---------| | `terraform.tf` | Version requirements | | `providers.tf` | Provider configurations | | `main.tf` | Primary resources | | `variables.tf` | Input variables (alphabetical) | | `outputs.tf` | Output values (alphabetical) | | `locals.tf` | Local values | ### Key Conventions - Two spaces per indent, no tabs - Lowercase with underscores for names - Every variable needs `type` and `description` - Every output needs `description` - Prefer `for_each` over `count` - Never hardcode credentials ### Validation ```bash terraform fmt -recursive terraform validate ``` ## Source From [hashicorp/agent-skills](https://github.com/hashicorp/agent-skills) - terraform code-generation and module-generation plugins.
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