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Master Ansible Automation for Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes

By Luca Berton · Published 2024-01-01 · Category: installation

Unlock the power of Ansible for automating Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes. Discover step-by-step guides and tutorials for seamless container management.

Master Ansible Automation for Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes

Introduction

Automating your containers (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, and OpenShift) with Ansible enables you to achieve Infrastructure as Code (IaC). With IaC, you can automate your workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and respond faster to critical business demands.

See also: Build Ansible AWX in Docker Containers Easily

For Beginners

Ansible provides various modules to manage Docker containers, Podman, and more. This section will guide you through the initial setup of your Ansible controller to interact with the Docker engine, which is often a hurdle for users new to Ansible. • Deploy Apache Web Server in a Docker Container for Debian-like systemsDeploy Apache Web Server in a Podman Container for RedHat-like systemsDeploy Apache Web Server in a Podman Container for RedHat-like systems - Improved

Installation

Install Red Hat CodeReady Containers to run OpenShift 4 in macOS

See also: Create Ansible AWX Superuser in Docker: Admin Account Setup (Guide)

AWX

Install Ansible AWX Operator for Kubernetes (K8s) and OpenShift (OCP)Run the latest Ansible AWX in Docker containersBuild Ansible AWX in Docker containersRun and Stop Ansible AWX in Docker containersCreate Ansible AWX superuser in Docker containers

Kubernetes

Create Kubernetes or OpenShift Namespace ProjectCreate Kubernetes or OpenShift PodCreate Kubernetes or OpenShift SecretCreate Kubernetes or OpenShift ServiceInstall Red Hat OpenShift Local Kubernetes on macOSApply Multiple Yaml Files at Once on Kubernetes or OpenShiftAssign CPU Resources to Kubernetes or OpenShift Containers and PodsAssign Memory Resources to Kubernetes or OpenShift Containers and Pods

See also: Run and Stop AWX in Docker Containers: Start, Stop & Manage (Guide)

Troubleshooting

Ansible Troubleshooting - Kubernetes or OpenShift 401 Unauthorized

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Conclusion

Now you know how to automate your Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters using Ansible Automation technology. Explore more tutorials to master container management and orchestration.

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