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  The count parameter on resources can simplify configurations and let you scale resources by simply incrementing a number.
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# Count Example

[**Example Source Code**](https://github.com/terraform-providers/terraform-provider-aws/tree/master/examples/count)

The `count` parameter on resources can simplify configurations
and let you scale resources by simply incrementing a number.

Additionally, variables can be used to expand a list of resources
for use elsewhere.

As with all the examples, just copy and paste the example and run
`terraform apply` to see it work.