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Terraform vs. Pulumi: Which IaC Tool to Learn First in 2026
Terraform and Pulumi both let you define cloud infrastructure as code. Terraform uses HCL and has a larger job market share, while Pulumi lets you use Python, TypeScript, or other languages. The 2023 license change led to the open-source fork OpenTofu, which is now a drop-in replacement for Terraform.
Meridian48 take
The article correctly notes that learning HCL via Terraform or OpenTofu is the safer bet for job seekers, but Pulumi's real-code approach may win over developers who prioritize flexibility over market share.
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