Description: A launch template in the context of cloud infrastructure management is a resource that contains the configuration information needed to launch virtual machine instances and other resources in a cloud environment. These templates are written in JSON or YAML format and allow users to declaratively define the infrastructure they want to deploy. By using a launch template, developers can automate the creation and management of resources, reducing the likelihood of manual errors and improving consistency in deployment. Templates can include configurations for networking, storage, security, and other parameters necessary for the proper functioning of instances. Additionally, they allow for the reuse of configurations, facilitating the deployment of similar environments at different times or for different projects. The ability to version these templates also enables development teams to maintain tighter control over changes in infrastructure over time, which is crucial in agile development and DevOps environments.
