terraform-aws-key-pair
A Terraform module to generate or import SSH key pairs and manage them in AWS.
What is terraform-aws-key-pair?
terraform-aws-key-pair is a Terraform module that automates the generation or import of SSH key pairs and their management within AWS. It solves the problem of manually creating and managing SSH keys for AWS resources by providing a declarative way to handle key lifecycle, including creation, storage in SSM Parameter Store, and registration as an AWS Key Pair.
DevOps engineers, SREs, and cloud infrastructure teams using Terraform to manage AWS infrastructure who need a consistent, automated way to handle SSH keys for EC2 instances or other services.
Developers choose this module because it encapsulates best practices for SSH key management in AWS, reduces manual steps and potential errors, integrates seamlessly with Terraform workflows, and offers secure storage options like SSM Parameter Store.
Overview
Terraform Module to Automatically Generate SSH Key Pairs (Public/Private Keys)
Use Cases
Best For
- Automating SSH key creation for new EC2 instances in Terraform
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