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  • Article on TF terminology

why

  • The ability to point community members towards the definition of words and have it be on our own website is a useful thing.
  • Clarifies certain terms that we find confusing.
  • SEO? 😅

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    • Added a comprehensive blog post explaining key terminology and concepts related to Terraform and OpenTofu.
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    • Introduced a configuration file to standardize markdown linting rules and improve formatting consistency.
    • Updated linting tool configurations by adding new linters and upgrading an existing linter version.

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A new markdown linting configuration file, .markdownlint.yaml, was added to disable all formatting rules for markdown files. Additionally, a comprehensive blog post, "Terraform + OpenTofu Terminology Breakdown," was introduced, providing detailed explanations and glossaries for key concepts in the Terraform and OpenTofu ecosystem. The linting configuration in .trunk/trunk.yaml was updated to add new linters and upgrade an existing linter version.

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File(s) Change Summary
.markdownlint.yaml Added new configuration file to disable all markdown formatting rules for autoformatter compatibility.
content/blog/tf-terminology-breakdown.md Added a detailed blog post explaining and defining key terms, concepts, and organizational patterns in Terraform and OpenTofu.
.trunk/trunk.yaml Updated linting configuration by adding actionlint@1.7.7 and renovate@40.0.6 linters, and upgraded trufflehog from 3.88.30 to 3.88.31.

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1-11: Front Matter and Meta Information Review:
The YAML front matter is well-organized and clearly sets the context for the article. One suggestion is to ensure that any embedded HTML in fields—such as in the “callout”—includes properly closed tags to avoid rendering inconsistencies. For example, consider adding a closing </p> (and ensuring any other HTML elements are balanced) if the publishing engine requires strict HTML compliance.


10-10: HTML Tag Closure in Callout:
The “callout” field embeds HTML starting with <p> and <b> but does not include corresponding closing tags (e.g., </b>, </a>, and </p>). To improve HTML robustness, it’s advisable to close these tags. For example:

-callout: <p>👋 <b>Got a term that you're still confused on in the TF or IaC space that you want us to include here? <a href='/contact'>Get in touch and we'd be happy to add it!
+callout: "<p>👋 <b>Got a term that you're still confused on in the TF or IaC space that you want us to include here?</b> <a href='/contact'>Get in touch and we'd be happy to add it!</a></p>"

39-43: Punctuation for Clarity in the “Root Modules” Section:
In the “Root Modules” description, the sentence

“They map to one or many state files and they're where you bring together all the pieces of your configuration.”
could be more readable with a comma before “and”. Consider revising it as follows:

-They map to one or many state files and they're where you bring together all the pieces of your configuration.
+They map to one or many state files, and they're where you bring together all the pieces of your configuration.
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75-78: Punctuation Enhancement in Multi-instance Description:
In the “Multi-instance Root Modules” section, the example sentence would benefit from a comma to separate two independent clauses. For instance:

-An example of this is that you have an `db-cluster` root module and you deploy it with different configurations for your dev, stage, and prod environments.
+An example of this is that you have an `db-cluster` root module, and you deploy it with different configurations for your dev, stage, and prod environments.

This minor change will enhance readability.

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99-102: Remove Extra Punctuation in State Locking Section:
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-S3 backends typically use DynamoDB for locking..
+S3 backends typically use DynamoDB for locking.

Removing the extra period will correct the typographical error.

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103-105: Conciseness in Dynamic Backends Section:
Instead of “we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend,” consider a more concise phrasing such as “we can now dynamically configure our backend.” Here’s a suggested change:

-...we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend.
+...we can now dynamically configure our backend.

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157-161: Hyphenation in Terralith Pattern Section:
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1-174: Overall Document Quality:
This new article provides a comprehensive and accessible breakdown of Terraform and OpenTofu terminology. The structure—with clearly defined sections and helpful examples—is excellent for reader comprehension. Addressing the minor punctuation, HTML tag, and wording suggestions above will further polish the content. Overall, the article meets the PR’s goals and should serve as a valuable resource for the community.

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Initial impression, can we get a table of contents for this and anchor link it 😅

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## Workspaces

Let's start with one of the most commonly misunderstood concepts: workspaces. The term "workspace" has different meanings depending on whether you're using Terraform CLI or Terraform Cloud, so it's important to be aware of the context you're working in when using them.

### TF CLI Workspaces
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Wonder what just one # will look like?

Because ## vs ### is not too strong of a difference on the website and gets jumbled together whereas this is supposed to show that TF CLI Workspaces is a type of Workspace

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@oycyc I tried this out... the H1 headers are probably too big? We may want to revert that change and then work on fixing the sizing between H2 + H3

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Yeah, I agree that H1 is too big. It would be nice to fix the sizing diff anyway 👍

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1-11: Metadata YAML Front Matter: Ensure Proper HTML Tag Closure

The front matter is well‐structured and provides clear metadata for the article. However, consider verifying that HTML tags in the callout field (e.g. the <p> and <b> tags) are appropriately closed if your markdown processor requires it.


104-115: TF Organization Patterns: Improve Comma Placement

In the multi-instance root modules description, consider revising the sentence for better readability. For example, update:

- you have an `db-cluster` root module and you deploy it with different configurations for your dev, stage, and prod environments.
+ you have an `db-cluster` root module, and you deploy it with different configurations for your dev, stage, and prod environments.

This minor punctuation change improves clarity.

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116-130: State Management: Adjust Subject-Verb Agreement

In the sentence:

"The backend configuration determines not just where the state is stored, but also how state locking, versioning, and team collaboration works"

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- ... and team collaboration works
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132-135: State Locking: Remove Redundant Punctuation

There is an extra period at the end of the sentence describing how S3 backends use DynamoDB for locking. Consider updating:

- S3 backends typically use DynamoDB for locking..
+ S3 backends typically use DynamoDB for locking.

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136-139: Dynamic Backends: Streamline and Clarify Expression

To enhance clarity and conciseness, consider revising the sentence as follows:

- With the release of [early variable / locals evaluation in OpenTofu v1.8](https://opentofu.org/docs/v1.8/intro/whats-new/#early-variablelocals-evaluation), we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend. Previously this was not possible, as variables and locals were not allowed in the backend configuration.
+ With the release of [early variable / locals evaluation in OpenTofu v1.8](https://opentofu.org/docs/v1.8/intro/whats-new/#early-variablelocals-evaluation), we now can dynamically configure our backend. Previously, this was not possible, as variables and locals were not allowed in the backend configuration.

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190-194: Terralith Pattern: Correct Compound Adjective Usage

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+ learn how to break up a Terralith in our follow-up article here

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13-43: Table of Contents: Clear and Well-Structured

The Table of Contents is well-organized and accurately reflects the sections in the document. Great job!


44-47: Introduction: Sets a Clear Context

The introductory section effectively outlines the purpose of the article and provides a solid foundation for readers.


48-61: Workspaces Section: Clear Distinction of Concepts

The explanation of workspaces distinguishes well between TF CLI workspaces and Terraform Cloud workspaces. The narrative is informative and accessible.


62-67: Terraform Cloud Workspaces: Detailed Explanation

The elaboration on Terraform Cloud workspaces, including features like remote execution and team management, is clear and helpful.


68-86: Module Types: Comprehensive Overview

The section on module types, including the distinctions between root modules, child modules, and submodules, is detailed and well-supported by examples. The submodule directory structure is especially illustrative.

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140-156: Testing Frameworks: Solid Coverage of Approaches

The overview of testing frameworks, covering check blocks, native testing, and Terratest, is informative and well-organized. It gives readers a strong understanding of the available testing options.


157-200: Industry Terms: Comprehensive and Detailed

The definitions provided in the Industry Terms section are thorough and offer valuable insights into each term’s context. This detailed approach adds significant educational value.

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196-200: Demystifying HashiCorp Offerings: Clear and Concise

This section succinctly clarifies the differences between Terraform Cloud, Terraform Enterprise, and HCP Terraform. The distinctions are explained clearly, aiding reader comprehension.


202-207: Wrapping Up: Concise Conclusion

The concluding section effectively summarizes the article and reinforces the key takeaways without unnecessary elaboration.

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I don't see this article in the preview, don't get why.

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oycyc commented Mar 23, 2025

I don't see this article in the preview, don't get why.

https://deploy-preview-49--masterpoint.netlify.app/updates/terraform-opentofu-terminology-breakdown/

Co-authored-by: Veronika Gnilitska <30597968+gberenice@users.noreply.github.com>
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Gowiem commented Mar 24, 2025

@gberenice that was an awesome set of updates -- Thank you! You the real MVP 🙌

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1-11: Front Matter YAML: Improve HTML Tag Closure
The metadata block is well-structured and provides comprehensive details for the article. For improved HTML validity and consistency, please ensure that all HTML tags in the "callout" field (e.g., the <b> and <p> tags) are properly closed.


62-67: Workspaces – Terraform Cloud Details
The explanation for Terraform Cloud workspaces effectively distinguishes them from CLI workspaces by highlighting features like remote execution and team management. Consider mentioning how these additional features benefit enterprise environments in future updates.


104-115: TF Organization Patterns – Punctuation Suggestion
The definitions of Multi-instance and Single-instance Root Modules are well articulated. In the multi-instance description (e.g., around line 111), consider adding a comma before “and” to separate the independent clauses for enhanced readability.

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116-125: State Management and Backends Grammar
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136-139: Dynamic Backends – Enhance Readability
The introduction to dynamic backends is clear. For conciseness, consider revising “we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend” to “we can dynamically configure our backend.” Additionally, review the surrounding punctuation for smoother readability.

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202-207: Wrapping Up – Conclusion Enhancement
The conclusion reinforces the key points well. As a potential improvement, consider adding a call-to-action or a link to related resources, which could guide readers toward further exploration of the topic.

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13-43: Table of Contents Structure
The Table of Contents is detailed and organizes the sections effectively with clear anchor links. Please verify that each anchor corresponds accurately to its header in the content.


44-47: Introduction Section Clarity
The introductory text provides a clear overview of the evolution of TF terminology and effectively sets the context for the article.


48-60: Workspaces – TF CLI Explanation
The section on CLI workspaces offers a clear explanation of how workspaces function as isolated state containers. The content is informative and well articulated.


68-84: Module Types Breakdown
The sections on Root Modules, Child Modules, and Submodules are structured coherently with clear examples. This breakdown effectively demonstrates the modular design patterns in Terraform.

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132-136: State Locking Explanation
The explanation of state locking is succinct and effectively emphasizes the importance of this feature. The provided link enriches the context further.


140-156: Comprehensive Overview of Testing Frameworks
The discussion covering Check Blocks, Native TF Testing, and Terratest is both comprehensive and insightful. The inclusion of examples and external links adds significant value.


156-166: Industry Terms – Provider Definition
The definition of "Provider" is clear and includes useful external references. It aligns well with industry standards.


166-169: Industry Terms – TACOS Explained
The explanation of TACOS effectively summarizes its relevance and connection to Terraform automation tools in a concise manner.


170-175: Industry Terms – TF Frameworks Overview
The section on TF frameworks assists the reader in understanding how these tools streamline Terraform processes. The explanation is clear with well-placed examples.


176-188: Industry Terms – Stack Comparison
The bullet list comparing “stack” definitions across various platforms is comprehensive and clarifies the ambiguity around the term.


190-194: Industry Terms – Terralith Pattern Placement and Detail
The Terralith pattern section provides a detailed discussion on its limitations and implications. Please verify that its placement aligns with your intended narrative flow, as prior review comments suggested moving internal terms to a later part of the article.


196-201: Demystifying HashiCorp Offerings
This section clearly delineates the differences between Terraform Cloud, Terraform Enterprise, and HCP Terraform. The explanations resolve common confusions effectively.

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1-11: YAML Front Matter: Ensure Proper HTML Tag Closure

The YAML header is well-structured, but the callout field's HTML appears to be missing proper closing tags, which might lead to rendering issues. For example, consider ensuring that both the <b> and <p> tags are closed.

-callout: <p>👋 <b>Got a term that you're still confused on in the TF or IaC space that you want us to include here? <a href='/contact'>Get in touch and we'd be happy to add it!</a>
+callout: <p>👋 <b>Got a term that you're still confused on in the TF or IaC space that you want us to include here? <a href='/contact'>Get in touch and we'd be happy to add it!</a></b></p>

48-61: TF CLI Workspaces: Clear and Informative

The section on TF CLI Workspaces explains the concept clearly and distinguishes it from version control practices. You might consider adding a short example or emphasizing key differences to further aid reader understanding.


70-76: Root Modules: Minor Grammar Improvement

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They map to one or many state files and they're where you bring together all the pieces of your configuration.

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82-100: Submodules: Clear Example Formatting

The submodules section is clear and the directory tree example is effectively formatted. Consider adding a brief caption or introductory sentence to explain the purpose of the directory tree, which could enhance reader understanding even further.


104-120: State Management – Backends: Subject-Verb Agreement

The Backends section explains the storage and management of state files very well. One minor issue is subject-verb agreement; for instance, the phrase:

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...and team collaboration works.

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124-128: Dynamic Backends (OpenTofu only): Streamline Language

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With the release of [early variable / locals evaluation in OpenTofu v1.8](https://opentofu.org/docs/v1.8/intro/whats-new/#early-variablelocals-evaluation), we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend.

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158-164: TF Frameworks: Enhance Readability

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166-175: Stack: Clear Comparative Overview

The section comparing definitions of "stack" across platforms is very useful. For enhanced clarity, you might consider formatting the list as nested bullet points or a table, which could help readers quickly grasp the differences.


184-189: Demystifying HashiCorp Offerings: Clarify Next Steps

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13-43: Table of Contents: Clear Structure and Navigation

The Table of Contents is comprehensive and well-organized, making it easy for readers to navigate the article. Please double-check that all internal links (e.g., #intro, #workspaces, etc.) match the corresponding section IDs in your document.


44-47: Introduction Section: Solid Overview

The introductory text effectively sets the context by summarizing the evolution of TF terminology. It provides a clear preview of the topics to be covered.


62-67: Terraform Cloud Workspaces: Concise and Informative

This section succinctly describes the broader capabilities of Terraform Cloud Workspaces. The explanation is clear; just verify that the language remains consistent with the previous workspaces section.


76-80: Child Modules: Well Defined

The description of child modules is clear, and the inclusion of a real-world example (with a link to the Cloud Posse module) effectively reinforces the concept.


120-124: State Locking: Clear and Concise

The explanation of state locking is straightforward and informative, and the external link is a useful resource for readers who want to dive deeper into the topic.


128-142: Testing Frameworks: Comprehensive Overview

The section on testing frameworks effectively outlines the different approaches (check blocks, native TF testing, and Terratest). The content is well-organized and informative, ensuring clarity for readers who might be less familiar with these methods.


144-153: Industry Terms – Provider: Detailed and Informative

The definition of "Provider" is thorough and neatly supplemented with useful external links. This enhances the reader's ability to explore the topic further.


154-158: Industry Terms – TACOS: Clear Definition

The TACOS section provides a clear explanation of the term and its relevance in Terraform automation. The supporting links are a strong addition.


178-183: Terralith Pattern: Clear Explanation

The Terralith Pattern section succinctly frames the concept as both an initial approach and a form of technical debt. The explanation is clear and leaves little room for misinterpretation.


190-203: TF Organization Patterns: Well-Outlined Structure

The discussion of Multi-instance and Single-instance Root Modules is informative and well-organized. The explanations of each pattern are clear, and the unique Masterpoint terminology adds personality. Including real-world examples or diagrams in future iterations might further enhance reader comprehension.

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206-211: Wrapping Up: Effective Conclusion

The conclusion neatly ties together the key points of the article and reinforces its overall message about understanding and managing TF terminology. It effectively provides closure while encouraging readers to apply what they've learned.

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@Gowiem not sure how much time/effort you want to put into this, but if you wanted to I think it would be helpful to add 2-3 visuals for some of the more popular topics. For example, adding a visual of Root vs Child modules.

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1-11: Enhance frontmatter metadata for SEO and accessibility.
The frontmatter defines visibility and metadata but could include a tags field to improve discoverability (e.g., tags: ["Terraform", "OpenTofu", "glossary"]). Additionally, consider adding an alt text property for the image to boost accessibility (depending on your SSG's supported frontmatter keys).


103-118: Fix minor grammar and streamline phrasing.

  • Line 105: Missing space after comma in "cloud environment,their". Change to "cloud environment, their".
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169-174: Unify list style in "Industry Terms".
The bullet list under Industry Terms uses *, whereas the rest of the ToC and lists use -. For consistency, switch these to hyphens:

-* Spacelift: A deployment unit with its own state and configuration, see [Main Concepts - Stack](https://docs.spacelift.io/concepts/stack).
-* Atmos: A collection of components and modules, see [Resources - Stacks](https://docs.cloudposse.com/resources/legacy/stacks/).
-* HashiCorp: TF configurations organized into components across multiple environments, see [Stacks overview](https://developer.hashicorp.com/terraform/language/stacks).
-* Terramate: Collections of resources managed as a unit, see [Stacks](https://terramate.io/docs/cli/stacks/).
-* Terragrunt: A collection of "units" (a single instance of infrastructure) managed by Terragrunt, see [Terminology - Stack](https://terragrunt.gruntwork.io/docs/getting-started/terminology/#stack).
+ - Spacelift: A deployment unit with its own state and configuration, see [Main Concepts - Stack](https://docs.spacelift.io/concepts/stack).
+ - Atmos: A collection of components and modules, see [Resources - Stacks](https://docs.cloudposse.com/resources/legacy/stacks/).
+ - HashiCorp: TF configurations organized into components across multiple environments, see [Stacks overview](https://developer.hashicorp.com/terraform/language/stacks).
+ - Terramate: Collections of resources managed as a unit, see [Stacks](https://terramate.io/docs/cli/stacks/).
+ - Terragrunt: A collection of "units" (a single instance of infrastructure) managed by Terragrunt, see [Terminology - Stack](https://terragrunt.gruntwork.io/docs/getting-started/terminology/#stack).

183-188: Expand acronyms at first mention for clarity.
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13-42: Table of Contents is comprehensive and accurate.
The ToC entries correctly map to the subsequent headings with appropriate nesting and anchor text. Nice work!


43-46: Introduction clearly scopes TF terminology.
The intro effectively defines "TF" (Terraform + OpenTofu) and sets reader expectations. No changes needed.


47-60: Workspaces section is well-structured.
The distinction between CLI and Cloud workspaces is clear and examples are on point.


67-102: Module Types explanations are concise and accurate.
Definitions and examples for root, child, and submodules align with best practices in Terraform documentation.

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127-143: Testing Frameworks section looks solid.
Great overview of check blocks, native testing, and Terratest with relevant links.


205-210: Wrapping Up offers a concise summary.
The conclusion reinforces the article’s key takeaways without redundancy. No changes recommended.

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5-5: Align filename with slug for URL consistency.

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- An example of this is that you have an `db-cluster` root module and you deploy it with different configurations for your dev, stage, and prod environments.
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71-78: Root Modules Grammar
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They map to one or many state files and they're where you bring together all the pieces of your configuration.
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81-100: Submodules Code Block Language
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107-116: Backends Pluralization
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versioning, and team collaboration works.
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- With the release of early variable / locals evaluation in OpenTofu v1.8, we now have the ability to dynamically configure our backend. Previously this was not possible,...
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43-60: Introduction Section
The intro is clear, concise, and engaging, effectively framing the scope and importance of the terminology breakdown.


61-70: Workspaces Overview
The definitions for TF CLI Workspaces and Terraform Cloud Workspaces are accurate and well-differentiated.


75-80: Child Modules Section
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128-142: Testing Frameworks
The coverage of Check Blocks, native Terraform/OpenTofu testing, and Terratest is comprehensive and well-referenced.


145-188: Industry Terms
Definitions for Provider, TACOS, TF Frameworks, Stack, Terralith Pattern, and HashiCorp offerings are clear, concise, and include valuable external references.


199-203: Single-instance Root Modules
The contrast with multi-instance modules is clear, and the example directories reinforce the explanation well.


205-210: Wrapping Up
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109-109: Correct verb agreement for plural subjects.
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1-11: Front matter is well-structured and valid YAML.
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@Gowiem Gowiem enabled auto-merge (squash) May 21, 2025 20:23
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## what

- Adds trunk's config for this repo.
- Adds trunk workflows for linting + upgrading trunk configs
- Adds renovate
- Adds CODEOWNERS

## why

- Other PRs are blocked because we're requiring the `lint` GHA check.
This repo never got updated to include that so fixing that now 👍

## references

- See this blog post PR which is blocked due to the `lint` requirement:
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