Update External Secrets Helm version.

Change Summary

This git diff represents a version upgrade for the Helm release of the external-secrets chart from version 0.20.4 to 1.1.1 in the main.tf file located in the IaC/modules/external-secrets directory.

Technical Details

• File Modified: IaC/modules/external-secrets/main.tf
• Change: The version of the external-secrets Helm chart was updated from 0.20.4 to 1.1.1.
• Helm Release Configuration: ```hcl resource “helm_release” “release” { name = “external-secrets” chart = “external-secrets” repository = “https://charts.external-secrets.io”
  • version = “0.20.4”
  • version = “1.1.1” timeout = “1500” namespace = kubernetes_namespace.external_secrets.metadata[0].name } ```

Key Learnings & Insights

• Version Upgrade: The change indicates a significant version bump, suggesting that there may be new features, bug fixes, or breaking changes introduced in the newer version.
• Dependency Management: Regularly updating dependencies is crucial for security and performance. This change reflects a best practice in maintaining up-to-date software components.
• Change Management: It’s important to review release notes and changelogs when performing version upgrades to understand the impact and necessary adjustments.

Impact Assessment

• Feature Enhancements: The new version 1.1.1 likely includes new features or improvements that were not available in 0.20.4.
• Bug Fixes: The upgrade may address bugs or security vulnerabilities present in the older version.
• Breaking Changes: There could be breaking changes that require modifications in the configuration or codebase. It’s essential to review the release notes for external-secrets to identify any such changes.
• Performance: Upgrades often come with performance improvements, although this should be verified through testing.

Developer Notes

• Review Release Notes: Before deploying this change, thoroughly review the release notes for external-secrets version 1.1.1 to identify any breaking changes or required configuration updates.
• Testing: Ensure comprehensive testing is performed to validate that the new version works as expected within the existing infrastructure.
• Rollback Plan: Have a rollback plan in place in case the new version introduces unforeseen issues.
• Documentation: Update any relevant documentation to reflect the new version and any changes in configuration or usage.