provider-actions

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide for implementing imperative operations within Terraform Providers using the Plugin Framework, enabling actions at specific lifecycle events.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Action Schema Definition: Learn how to define schemas for actions, including common pitfalls and validation checklists.
• Action Invoke Method: Understand the structure and requirements for the Invoke method, including progress reporting, timeout management, and error handling.
• Provider SDK Integration: Guidance on integrating with provider SDK clients and handling common patterns like batch operations and command execution.
• Use Case: A provider developer needs to implement a new action that triggers a complex provisioning workflow after a resource is created, requiring detailed progress updates and robust error handling.

Quick Start

Refer to the Terraform Actions RFC for detailed specifications on implementing provider actions.