Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023: Highlights and Key Takeaways

Introduction

Yesterday (20th September 2023), I attended and presented the highly anticipated Ansible Community Day in Berlin, and it did not disappoint. The event was a delightful blend of tech talks, networking, and community bonding, making it a memorable experience for attendees. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the highlights and experiences of this event.

See also: Meet Anže Luzar of XLAB Spotter at Ansible Community Day 2023

The Perfect Venue

The Ansible Community Day took place at the C-base, one of the oldest hackerspaces in Berlin, nestled along the picturesque Spree River. The event’s location provided a unique and relaxed atmosphere, complete with a garden where attendees could unwind and connect with fellow enthusiasts. The C-base team’s warm hospitality added to the overall positive experience, making everyone feel welcome.

Impressions

As any tech-savvy individual knows, documenting experiences through photos is a must. The event offered plenty of photo-worthy moments, and attendees, including myself, captured some of the event’s highlights to share with the broader community.

See also: Meeting Carol Chen the Open Source Community Architect at Red Hat at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023

Insightful Talks

A community day is only as good as its content, and this year’s Ansible Community Day delivered on that front. The agenda, available on the newly established Ansible forums, was packed with insightful talks delivered by industry experts. Here’s a glimpse of some of the standout presentations: • Welcome to Ansible Community Day by Carol Chen • Ansible Community Strategy 2023: The Half-Year Update by Greg Sutcliffe • Automation Good Practices by Eric Lavarde and Moritz Schoenwetter • Migrating from AWX/Ansible Tower to Ansible Controller using Config as Code approach by Silvio Perez Torres, Ivan Aragones Muniesa, Adonis García Castro • Enhancing Ansible Open Source Projects with Steampunk Spotter by Anže Luzar and Nejc Slabe • Ansible in a Devcontainer: entire arista.avd ecosystem in a sealed bottle by Petr Ankudinov and Patrick Mathy • From Zero to Hero: How to build the Ansible Pilot Community by Luca Berton • Ansible — The hard way by Daniel Schier • AaaS — Automation as a Service by Eric Lavarde and Moritz Schoenwetter Personally, I found the discussions on “Ansible Good Practices” and the “Ansible in a Devcontainer: entire arista.avd ecosystem” particularly fascinating, shedding light on innovative approaches and strategies within the Ansible ecosystem.

Interviews

• Meeting Petr Ankudinov from Arista Network at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Kai and Sebastian from Freie Universität Berlin at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Eric Lavarde and Moritz Schönwetter Automation Architects from Red Hat at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Carol Chen the Open Source Community Architect at Red Hat at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Greg Sutcliffe of Red Hat at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Daniel Schier Open Source Engineer at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting David Forster Site Reliability Engineer at RELEX Solutions at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023 • Meeting Anže Luzar of XLAB Spotter at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023

See also: Meeting Daniel Schier Open Source Engineer at Ansible Community Day Berlin 2023

Recordings for Posterity

For those who couldn’t attend the event in person or missed the livestream, worry not! Several recordings of the talks, including yours truly taking the stage, are available on YouTube. These recordings offer a chance to dive into the details of the discussions and gain valuable insights from the speakers.

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Special Thanks

A heartfelt shoutout to Carol Chen and Greg Sutcliffe for their exceptional efforts in organizing this event. Their unwavering support and dedication to the Ansible community were truly commendable. The C-base team also deserves kudos for creating a conducive environment for learning and networking.

Looking Forward to the Future

As the Ansible Community Day drew to a close, one sentiment lingered — anticipation for the next event. Connecting with like-minded individuals and industry experts was undeniably a pleasure. Personally, I am excited to further collaborate with the Ansible community, particularly in areas like Automation Good Practices and Ansible Forum. These topics promise exciting developments and innovative solutions that will undoubtedly shape the future of Ansible. It was a great opportunity to say hi to some Ansible friends, meet new ones, and share opinions about the Ansible projects.

In conclusion, the Ansible Community Day in Berlin was an extraordinary event filled with valuable insights, passionate discussions, and a sense of camaraderie that only a thriving tech community can offer. As we eagerly await the next installment, let’s continue to learn, grow, and collaborate within the Ansible ecosystem.

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