Automation

Mastering the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Exam

Introduction Achieving the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification is a transformative step for IT professionals aiming to excel in Linux system administration and automation.

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Automating depmod with Ansible

Automating depmod Command with Ansible The depmod command in Linux is critical for generating module dependency information, stored in /lib/modules/<kernel-version>/modules.

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Ansible Tips’n’Tricks: Defining –extra-vars as JSON

Introduction In the realm of Ansible automation, managing variables effectively can save time and reduce errors.

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Red Hat Achieves Top Recognition in G2 Rankings for 2024

Red Hat Leads the Pack in G2 Rankings Red Hat, a pioneer in open-source solutions, has once again secured top honors in G2’s peer-reviewed software rankings for 2024.

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Dynamic Data Construction in Ansible: Managing Users and Groups

Dynamically constructing and managing data structures is a crucial skill in Ansible automation, especially for tasks that require flexible and reusable configurations.

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Best Practices for Handling Yum Command Failures in Ansible

Introduction When working with the Yum package manager using Ansible, it’s crucial to ensure tasks are idempotent and avoid triggering unnecessary reboots unless explicitly required.

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Set Default Ansible SSH Username and Password for Automation

Learn how to configure default SSH credentials for seamless Ansible automation.

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Troubleshooting: Configure User Quotas on Ansible Managed Systems

Troubleshooting: Configure User Quotas on Ansible Managed Systems Learn how to resolve the common error related to user quota configuration using Ansible.

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Troubleshooting: Configure User Quotas on XFS File Systems Using Ansible

Troubleshooting: Configure User Quotas on XFS File Systems Using Ansible Learn how to resolve the common error related to user quota configuration on XFS file systems with Ansible.

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Avoid Variable Collisions in Ansible with loop_control

When writing Ansible playbooks, efficient use of variables is crucial to avoid unintended behavior or collisions.

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Automating Key Management with Ansible Using ansible.utils.remove_keys

Introduction In automation workflows, efficient data manipulation plays a crucial role, especially when managing sensitive data or cleaning structured inputs.

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Luca Berton Joins Ansible London Meetup

Luca Berton Attends Ansible London Meetup – November 21, 2024 On a brisk November evening, Luca Berton joined the vibrant Ansible London Meetup held at Dell’s office in Creechurch Place, a short stroll from Liverpool Street and Aldgate East stations.

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Meet James Freeman Senior Technical Account Manager at Ansible meetup London 2024

In the bustling heart of London, the vibrant Ansible community gathered for an engaging meetup.

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Ansible London Meetup 2024: Automation & DevOps Insights

Title: Exploring Automation and Collaboration at the Ansible London Meetup 2024

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Ansible-Lint in Air-Gapped Environments: Offline Setup Guide

Using Ansible-Lint in Air-Gapped Environments: Best Practices and Troubleshooting When managing infrastructure in air-gapped environments—where systems are isolated from the internet for security purposes—teams often encounter challenges related to software dependencies that require online access.

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Ansible Role Input Validation with validate_argument_spec

Introduction Ensuring the integrity of inputs in automation workflows is crucial, especially in a dynamic and modular framework like Ansible.

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Luca Berton at Ubuntu Summit 2024: Inspiration & Collaboration

Luca Berton, a renowned advocate for open-source technologies and Ansible Automation expert, made a notable appearance at the recent Ubuntu Summit, held in the vibrant city.

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Automating Azure DevTest Labs Course by Luca Berton | Pluralsight

Watch on Pluralsight Cloud automation is becoming increasingly vital for organizations looking to enhance development and testing efficiency.

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Luca Berton at Red Hat Summit Connect 2024: Key Insights & Trends

I had the incredible opportunity to attend Red Hat Summit Connect Netherlands 2024 in Utrecht, and it was an enriching experience that highlighted the transformative power of open-source technology across various industries.

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AI DevOps Ansible Community on Skool

Luca Berton Launches the AI DevOps Ansible Community on Skool Luca Berton, a seasoned expert in AI, DevOps, and cloud technologies, has officially launched the AI DevOps Ansible Community on Skool, bringing together a global network of professionals passionate about automation, cloud infrastructure, and career development in the world of DevOps.

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Generate Clean YAML Output from Ansible Facts

Ansible is a powerful tool for automating tasks, but when working with dynamically generated data, such as Ansible facts, it can sometimes be tricky to produce clean, well-formatted output.

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Participate in the Ansible Project Survey 2024 & Join the Community

Help Shape the Future of Ansible: Participate in the 2024 Project Survey and Stay Engaged with the Ansible Community As we continue to advance in the world of automation, collaboration, and open-source innovation, we are excited to announce a significant milestone in the Ansible community: the launch of the Ansible Project Survey 2024.

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Ansible London Meetup 2024 Recap: Highlights and Insights

On September 23rd, 2024, I had the honor of presenting at the Ansible London Meetup, held at Dell Technologies in London.

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Automate Ansible Galaxy Roles with GitHub Actions

In modern DevOps practices, automation plays a crucial role in managing infrastructure, and tools like Ansible and GitHub Actions are essential for automating tasks such as configuration management and continuous integration.

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Conditional Ansible Role Execution in Playbooks

Conditional Role Execution in Ansible: A Guide to Running the Datadog Role Based on Variables In complex infrastructure environments, there are often scenarios where you need to run specific tasks or roles conditionally.

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