Resource Variables
Define resource-specific variables at the blueprint level as defaults, then override them per environment with a clear hierarchy of inherited and custom values.
Facets empowers teams with resource-specific variable management right at the blueprint level. Each resource in your blueprint can define its own unique set of variables, establishing baseline configurations that serve as defaults.
This granular control means every resource maintains its own configuration set, while still allowing for environment-specific overrides when needed. The clear hierarchical structure makes it immediately apparent which values are inherited from the blueprint and which are customised for specific environments. This approach provides the perfect balance between standardisation and flexibility, ensuring your resources can be configured optimally for different scenarios.
Real-World Application
Consider an application service that needs different configuration across environments.
In the Blueprint:
user-service:
variables:
SLD_INIT_USER_EMAIL: "support@company.com"
API_RATE_LIMIT: "1000"
FEATURE_FLAGS_ENABLED: "true"
DEFAULT_USER_ROLE: "basic"For Production Environment:
production:
user-service:
variables:
SLD_INIT_USER_EMAIL: "enterprise-support@company.com"
API_RATE_LIMIT: "5000"
DEFAULT_USER_ROLE: "enterprise"This approach transforms resource configuration management from a complex, multi-file system into a clear, hierarchical structure that's easy to understand and maintain.
Environment-Level Management
View and manage secrets and variables across all environments from one interface, comparing values and spotting default versus custom overrides at a glance.
Resource Connections
Connect resources in Facets using dollar referencing to wire one resource's properties into another, keeping dependencies consistent across all environments.