A command that generates and displays an execution plan without applying any changes. It compares the desired configuration with the current state and shows which resources will be created, modified, or destroyed.
In Terraform Associate: terraform plan is the "dry run" step. Always run plan before apply to review changes. Symbols: + create, - destroy, ~ modify. Question: how do you see what Terraform is going to change without applying it? terraform plan.
Terraform Plan is a concept that can show up on the exam. Check the full guide to see it in context.