ArgoCD version upgrade across modules.

Change Summary

This update involves a uniform change across multiple Terraform configuration files within various modules. Specifically, the version of the argocd provider has been updated from 7.8.0 to 7.11.2 in all modules that utilize this provider.

Technical Details

• Files Modified:
  • IaC/modules/cert-manager/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/cloudflare-tunnel/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/database/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/descheduler/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/homarr/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/homeassistant/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/litellm/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/monitoring/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/n8n/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/octobot/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/open-webui/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/tailscale/init.tf
  • IaC/modules/technitium/init.tf
• Change Implemented:
  • Updated the argocd provider version from 7.8.0 to 7.11.2 in the required_providers block of each init.tf file.

Key Learnings & Insights

• Reasoning Behind the Change:
  • The update to version 7.11.2 likely includes bug fixes, performance improvements, and new features that are beneficial for the overall system. Keeping dependencies up-to-date is a best practice to ensure security patches and enhancements are applied.
• Problem-Solving Approach:
  • A systematic approach was used to identify all modules dependent on the argocd provider and update them uniformly. This ensures consistency across the infrastructure-as-code (IaC) configurations.
• Best Practices Demonstrated:
  • Version management of dependencies is crucial for maintaining a secure and efficient system. This change reflects a proactive approach to dependency management.

Impact Assessment

• System-wide Effect:
  • The update should enhance the reliability and security of the ArgoCD deployments across all modules. It may also introduce new functionalities or improvements that can be leveraged in future developments.
• Performance & Security:
  • Potential performance improvements and security patches included in 7.11.2 will positively impact the system. However, it is essential to review the release notes for any breaking changes that might require additional adjustments.
• Breaking Changes:
  • Developers should review the ArgoCD release notes for version 7.11.2 to identify any breaking changes that may necessitate code modifications or configuration updates.

Developer Notes

• Gotchas & Edge Cases:
  • Ensure that all environments (development, staging, production) are updated to the new version to avoid inconsistencies.
  • Verify that existing configurations and scripts compatible with the new version.
• Future Improvements:
  • Consider implementing a version management strategy that automates dependency updates, reducing the manual effort required for such changes in the future.
  • Regularly review and update all providers and modules to their latest versions to maintain system health and security.