How to automate Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (2025 Edition)

Build, Automate, and Scale Your Cloud Infrastructure with Terraform & OpenTofu on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Unlock the power of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with this comprehensive course focused on Terraform and OpenTofu for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Learn to build, automate, and scale your cloud environments efficiently, transitioning from beginner to expert.

What You’ll Learn:

• Automate OCI Resources: Master the automation of core OCI resources including Virtual Cloud Networks (VCNs), Subnets, and Compute Instances.
• Advanced Infrastructure Management: Dive deep into advanced topics like Load Balancers, File Storage Services, Databases, and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
• Complex Configurations: Understand and implement complex configurations such as VCN peering and cross-region DataGuard.
• Terraform & OpenTofu Syntax: Grasp the syntax of both Terraform and OpenTofu, including modules, input variables, output values, and state files for efficient infrastructure management.
• Data Sources: Utilize data sources in both Terraform and OpenTofu to seamlessly integrate new and existing OCI resources.
• Modular Code: Learn to modularize your code for creating scalable and reusable infrastructure setups.

Why Choose This Course?

We start with the fundamentals, building a single VCN, Subnet, and Compute Instance, and progressively advancing to enterprise-grade solutions. Gain hands-on experience with both Terraform and OpenTofu, providing you with versatile skills applicable to any IaC scenario. By the end, you'll confidently tackle real-world OCI infrastructure challenges.

This course aligns with the objectives of the OCI Associate certification exam, making it ideal for exam preparation and practical skill development. It also serves as a foundation for advanced learning paths within the FoggyKitchen Cloud Learning series, covering topics like hybrid OCI–Azure environments, networking interconnects, and multi-cloud automation strategies.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for:

• Cloud Enthusiasts
• System Administrators
• Cloud Architects
• Developers
• IT Professionals seeking to expand their OCI expertise

Hands-On Learning Experience:

Gain confidence with Terraform, OpenTofu, and the OCI Resource Manager through detailed, step-by-step lessons and practical exercises. Learn by doing, ensuring immediate application of acquired skills in your projects.

Beyond This Course:

After completing this training, you'll be prepared for more complex scenarios, including hybrid OCI–Azure networking, remote peering, and interconnect deployments, as explored in other advanced projects within the FoggyKitchen Cloud Learning series.