Update ArgoCD image version 0.14.0.

Change Summary

This change updates the version of the argocd-image-updater Helm chart from 0.13.0 to 0.14.0 in the main.tf file within the ArgoCD module.

Technical Details

• File Modified: IaC/modules/argocd/main.tf
• Change:
  • The version of the argocd-image-updater Helm chart was updated from 0.13.0 to 0.14.0.
• Implementation:
  • The version attribute within the helm_release resource was modified. ```hcl
  • version = “0.13.0”
  • version = “0.14.0” ```
• Dependencies:
  • This change relies on the availability of the new chart version in the specified Helm repository: https://argoproj.github.io/argo-helm.

Key Learnings & Insights

• Reasoning:
  • The update to 0.14.0 likely includes bug fixes, new features, or security patches that improve the functionality and reliability of the ArgoCD image updater.
• Problem-Solving Approach:
  • Regularly updating dependencies is a best practice to ensure the system benefits from the latest improvements and security updates.
• Best Practices:
  • Always review the release notes of new versions to understand the changes and potential impacts before applying them.
• Trade-offs:
  • While updating to the latest version can bring benefits, it’s important to test the changes in a staging environment to avoid unexpected issues in production.

Impact Assessment

• System Impact:
  • This change should enhance the ArgoCD image updater’s performance and stability.
• Performance:
  • Potential performance improvements or bug fixes introduced in 0.14.0.
• Security:
  • Possible security patches that mitigate vulnerabilities present in 0.13.0.
• Maintainability:
  • Keeping dependencies up-to-date simplifies future updates and maintenance.
• Breaking Changes:
  • None expected, but it’s crucial to verify that the new version is backward compatible with the existing setup.

Developer Notes

• Gotchas:
  • Ensure that the new version 0.14.0 is compatible with the current ArgoCD configuration.
• Edge Cases:
  • Monitor the image updater’s behavior post-deployment for any unforeseen issues.
• Future Improvements:
  • Consider implementing automated version updates or canary releases for smoother transitions in the future.