How do I safely destroy resources in Terraform?

How do I safely destroy resources in Terraform?

To safely destroy resources in Terraform, you can use the terraform destroy command. This command will remove all the resources defined in your configuration. However, it's important to review the plan before applying it.

What if I only want to destroy specific resources?

You can specify the resources you want to destroy by using the -target option with the terraform destroy command. For example, terraform destroy -target=aws_instance.my_instance will only destroy that specific instance.

Is there a way to preview what will be destroyed?

Yes, you can use the terraform plan -destroy command to preview the resources that will be destroyed without actually performing the destruction.

What precautions should I take before running destroy?

Before running terraform destroy, ensure you have backups of your data, understand the impact of the destruction, and consider using a staging environment for testing.