7.10 - Environment Variables and Secrets
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Practice Questions
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What is an environment variable?
💡 Hint: Think about how configuration values can be stored.
Which command can you use to set an environment variable in Unix?
💡 Hint: Look for the command that starts with 'export'.
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What does an environment variable do?
💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'environment' relates to.
True or False: A .env file should be publicly available to everyone.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of giving access.
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You are developing an application that will be deployed in multiple environments (development, testing, production). Describe how you would manage sensitive information for each environment, providing specific tools and practices.
💡 Hint: Consider different needs for each environment regarding security and flexibility.
Identify three common practices to avoid when dealing with secrets in coding, and explain why each is a problem.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the biggest security risks associated with mismanagement.
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