Learning Ansible
Week 1 - 27/12/2024 Ansible is an open-source automation tool used for configuration management, application deployment, and task automation. It simplifies complex IT tasks by automating repetitive processes, making it easier to manage large-scale systems. Key Features of Ansible Agentless : Unlike other automation tools, Ansible does not require any agent software to be installed on the managed nodes. It uses SSH for communication, making it lightweight and easy to set up. Declarative Language : Ansible uses a simple, human-readable language called YAML (Yet Another Markup Language) to define automation tasks. This makes it accessible to both developers and system administrators. Idempotency : Ansible ensures that tasks are idempotent, meaning they can be run multiple times without changing the system's state if it is already in the desired state. Extensible : Ansible has a modular architecture, allowing users to extend its functionality with custom modules, plugins, and roles. U...
