Automation

What Are Ansible Tags?

Ansible tags are a feature that allows users to selectively control which tasks in a playbook are executed.

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What Are Ansible Templates?

Ansible templates are a powerful feature that enables dynamic generation of configuration files and scripts during automation workflows.

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What Are Ansible Variables?

Ansible variables are a core feature that allows users to make playbooks dynamic and reusable.

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Where Are Ansible Collections Installed?

Ansible collections are modular packages that group related content such as roles, modules, and plugins.

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Where Are Ansible Logs Stored?

Ansible logs are crucial for debugging, auditing, and monitoring your automation workflows.

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Where Are Ansible Playbooks Stored?

Ansible playbooks are essential for defining automation workflows, and storing them in an organized and accessible manner is critical for efficient operations.

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VMware Tag Verification with Ansible

Managing tags in VMware environments can become complex without automation. In this article, you will learn how to verify the existence of VMware tags and create them when necessary using the community.

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Advanced Ansible Techniques: Leveraging Jinja2 Filters for Smart Data Transformations

Advanced Ansible and Jinja2 Ansible’s power lies in its ability to handle complex data structures with minimal code.

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Luca Berton at CfgMgmtCamp 2025: Ansible Automation Expert on Neo4j GenAI

Introduction CfgMgmtCamp 2025, the premier event for systems administrators, DevOps engineers, and Infrastructure as Code enthusiasts, is taking place in Ghent, Belgium, from February 3–5, 2025.

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Luca Berton at CfgMgmtCamp 2025: Ansible Automation Expert on Neo4j GenAI

Introduction CfgMgmtCamp 2025, the premier event for systems administrators, DevOps engineers, and Infrastructure as Code enthusiasts, is taking place in Ghent, Belgium, from February 3–5, 2025.

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Luca Berton Joins FOSDEM 2025: A Celebration of Open Source Innovation

Discover the Power of Open Source at FOSDEM 2025 I’m excited to announce that I’ll be attending FOSDEM 2025, the premier open-source software event, held on February 1–2, 2025, at the ULB Solbosch Campus in Brussels, Belgium.

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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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