How should I manage environment variables in production?

How should I manage environment variables in production?

Managing environment variables in production is crucial for security and configuration. You should use a secure vault or service to store them.

What are some best practices for storing these variables?

Some best practices include using a dedicated secrets management tool, avoiding hardcoding in your codebase, and limiting access to only necessary services.

Can you recommend any tools for managing environment variables?

Sure! Some popular tools include HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, and Azure Key Vault.

How do I ensure these variables are not exposed in logs?

To prevent exposure, make sure to sanitize logs, avoid logging sensitive information, and use logging frameworks that support redaction.