Deploying AWS SNS and Lambda with Terraform: A Step-by-Step Guide (and Fixing Errors Along the Way)

Introduction Recently, I worked on deploying an AWS SNS Topic and an AWS Lambda function using Terraform. While the process seemed straightforward, I ran into several errors that forced me to troubleshoot and refine my approach. What started as a simple deployment turned into a valuable learning experience that I'm excited to share. This article details my journey—from initializing Terraform to resolving permission issues, dealing with Lambda zip packaging problems, and finally cleaning up the infrastructure. If you're new to Terraform or looking for a real-world debugging experience, this one's for you!

Feb 8, 2025 - 01:07

Deploying AWS SNS and Lambda with Terraform: A Step-by-Step Guide (and Fixing Errors Along the Way)

Introduction

Recently, I worked on deploying an AWS SNS Topic and an AWS Lambda function using Terraform. While the process seemed straightforward, I ran into several errors that forced me to troubleshoot and refine my approach. What started as a simple deployment turned into a valuable learning experience that I'm excited to share.

This article details my journey—from initializing Terraform to resolving permission issues, dealing with Lambda zip packaging problems, and finally cleaning up the infrastructure. If you're new to Terraform or looking for a real-world debugging experience, this one's for you!