How do I effectively use Terraform workspaces?

How do I effectively use Terraform workspaces?

Terraform workspaces allow you to manage different environments (like dev, staging, and production) within the same configuration. You can create a workspace for each environment and switch between them easily.

Can you show me how to create a new workspace?

Sure! You can create a new workspace by running the command terraform workspace new <workspace_name>. For example, terraform workspace new dev.

How do I switch between workspaces?

To switch between workspaces, use the command terraform workspace select <workspace_name>. For instance, terraform workspace select production.

What happens to my state file when I switch workspaces?

Each workspace has its own state file, so when you switch workspaces, Terraform uses the state file associated with the selected workspace.