How to Get Started with Atlantis on GitHub

Jan 14, 2024 | Programming

Atlantis, a powerful tool for managing Terraform workflows, has recently found a new home on GitHub under the repository runatlantis/atlantis. With this transition, users have a fresh opportunity to contribute and enhance their experience with Atlantis. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to navigate the project, contribute, and stay updated.

Why the Move to GitHub?

Atlantis is not just a tool; it’s a community-driven project, and moving to GitHub allows for greater visibility, collaboration, and integration with other tools. [Read more about the reasons for this move here](https://medium.com/runatlantis/moving-atlantis-to-runatlantis-atlantis-on-github-4efc025bb05f).

Engaging with the Atlantis Community

  • Open Issues: If you encounter any bugs or have feature requests, you can open new issues at this link.
  • Pull Requests: Ready to contribute code or fixes? Submit your pull requests on this page.
  • Releases: Stay up to date with the latest features and fixes by following the releases at this link.

Troubleshooting Ideas

If you encounter issues while using Atlantis, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

  • Check the GitHub issues page to see if your problem has already been reported.
  • Review your configuration files for any common syntax errors.
  • Ensure that your version of Terraform is compatible with the version of Atlantis you are using.

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Understanding Atlantis Through an Analogy

Think of Atlantis as a well-organized library where various authors (developers) come to publish their books (Terraform plans). In the past, this library was nearly invisible, but now it has been relocated to a bustling city (GitHub), where readers and writers (users and contributors) can easily interact.

Every time an author wants to submit a new book, they now go through a straightforward consultation process (a pull request). If readers have questions or feedback on the books they’ve read, they can easily reach the library staff (maintainers) and voice their concerns or suggestions through issues, creating a systematic way to improve every single volume available.

Conclusion

The Atlantis library on GitHub is ready for your visit, and the opportunity for engagement and enhancement is boundless. The maintainers are indebted to Hootsuite for supporting the creation and continued development of this project over the last two years! Their values of building a better way and teamwork made this project possible alongside constant encouragement and assistance from their colleagues. Together, we can look forward to a bright future for Atlantis with lots of exciting updates ahead!

At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.

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