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Intermediate Ansible Configuration and Administration

This Intermediate Ansible training course dives into further automating provisioning, configure management, and deployment using Ansible. Attendees master advanced topics in Ansible playbook...

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Duration 2 days
Course Code ANS-102
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Overview

This Intermediate Ansible training course dives into further automating provisioning, configure management, and deployment using Ansible.  Attendees master advanced topics in Ansible playbook construction, module utilization, role configuration, and node management. 

Skills Gained

  • Perform advanced configuration for an Ansible control node and managed nodes
  • Use conditionals, loops, filters, and loopbacks in playbooks
  • Control ad-hoc and playbook output with callback plugins
  • Create and implement dynamic inventory definitions
  • Implement reusable roles capabilities and dependencies
  • Control Ansible Core operations with run-time parameters
  • Create templates to write an Ansible custom module
  • Add documentation to an Ansible customized module
  • Create and use local fact variables
  • Implement local fact variables on managed nodes
  • Write playbooks to collect data from managed nodes

Prerequisites

It is assumed that participants are working systems administrators, developers, and/or testers with some very basic scripting knowledge (bash, ksh, Perl or Python) and an understanding of fundamental system utilities/commands on Linux and Windows systems.  It is also assumed that participants have attended the Introduction to Ansible Configuration and Administration course, or have a working knowledge of the Ansible Core and the Ansible Tower.

Course Details

Training Materials

All Ansible training attendees receive comprehensive courseware.

Software Requirements

Attendees will not need to install any software on their computers for this class. The class will be conducted in a remote environment that Ascendient Learning will provide; students will only need a local computer with a web browser and a stable Internet connection. Any recent version of Microsoft Edge, Safari, or Google Chrome will work well.

Outline

  • Review of Control Code and Managed Node Required Configuration
    • Ansible components review
    • Running Ansible in escalated privilege mode
    • SSH key setup
    • Ansible common account creation, setup, and features
    • Required components for a Linux/Unix/Windows managed node
  • Advanced Control Node Setup and Configuration
    • Ansible Core installation methods: rpm, pip, and Tower (changes)
    • Ansible command and module documentation
    • Inventory hosts file contents (Linux/Unix, Windows, and network device nodes)
    • Dynamic inventory hosts file contents and usage
    • Ansible configuration file (locations and parameter definitions)
    • Special use configuration parameter definitions
    • Methods to control gathering of system facts
    • Creating and using local system facts
    • Understanding the hostvars dictionary usage
    • Variable creation and usage
  • Ansible Playbooks
    • Layout of a playbook: directives, tasks and arguments, module modifiers
    • Installing and using ansible-lint
    • Playbook: loops, conditionals, tags, notifications, plugins, filters, and lookups
    • Controls: output formatting and inclusion with callbacks
    • Advanced Jinja 2 template usage
    • Using “inner” and “outer” playbooks
  • Ansible Modules/Tasks
    • Including external tasks in a playbook
    • Controls over node and task scheduling
    • Configuration parameters that control rolling updates
    • Using Ansible playbook debugging capabilities
    • Writing a customized module and embedded documentation
  • Roles in Ansible
    • Review of role creation/structure, packaging, and usage
    • Importing role definitions (on a control node)
    • Role dependencies definitions and usage
  • Collections in Ansible
    • Collection creation and structure (components)
    • Using a role inside of a collection
    • Using a module inside of a collection
    • Using a playbook inside of a collection
  • Conclusion
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FAQ

Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?

Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.

What languages are used to deliver training?

Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.

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Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?

Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.

What does vendor-authorized training mean?

As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.

Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?

It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.

How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?

We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.

Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?

Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.

Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?

Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.

Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?

We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth.  We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.

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Will I get access to content after I complete a course?

You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.

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Reviews

I was very pleased with the course setup by ExitCertified and the instructor.

The labs and course material gave me valuable insights into cloud security architecture

Good training material and good instruction. More time needs to be provided for the lab work.

Easy to work with. Learning material pdfs were able to be printed out in color which was very nice to write on.

Very interactive and in-depth course that really got me ready for the industry