December 2021
Intermediate to advanced
540 pages
11h 1m
English
Overview
Mastering Ansible, 4th Edition will guide you through the complexities of automating IT infrastructure efficiently using Ansible. Updated for Ansible 4.0, it covers essentials and advanced concepts, equipping you to tackle real-world automation challenges confidently. This book empowers you to simplify configurations and streamline deployments with practical examples and step-by-step explanations.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand Ansible's architecture and work effectively with its playbooks.
- Learn to secure automation processes with encrypted data and automated executions.
- Master creating and utilizing reusable Ansible content with roles and collections.
- Troubleshoot and debug Ansible to ensure reliable workflow execution.
- Extend Ansible through custom plugins and modules for specialized requirements.
Author(s)
James Freeman and None Keating are seasoned professionals in automation and configuration management. James Freeman has in-depth experience with DevOps automation and has contributed actively to the Ansible community. None Keating brings extensive expertise in Python and IT infrastructure. Together, they write in a crisp, understandable way that enables readers to grasp complex topics seamlessly and take practical steps towards mastering Ansible.
Who is it for?
This book is perfect for Ansible developers and operators familiar with its core elements seeking advanced knowledge in leveraging Ansible for automation. Ideal readers include IT system administrators and DevOps engineers aiming to streamline workflows and manage large-scale infrastructure deployments. Prior experience with Linux systems, cloud services, and concepts such as containers will enhance your understanding. If you want to confidently employ Ansible automation in deploying, configuring, and managing disparate systems, this book is crafted for you.
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