Scale-to-Zero Minecraft Server With Terraform and Fly Machines

This text discusses how to set up a scale-to-zero Minecraft server using Terraform and Fly Machines. The author explains the concept of scale-to-zero, where VMs are shut down when not in use but start back up automatically when needed. They provide step-by-step instructions on how to create an over-engineered Minecraft server with Terraform, including setting up a new directory, installing Terraform, and creating the necessary resources such as Fly.io app, Fly Machine, Fly Volume, and public IP address. The author also provides warnings about access control and cost management, and instructions on how to play the game and monitor its activity using the Minecraft Java Edition and the Fly.io dashboard.