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Ansible Core Modules: Hands-on Labs for get_url, cron, command, local_action

Ever wished you could wave a magic wand and have your IT infrastructure just... work? Well, Ansible is pretty close! This learning path is your golden ticket to mastering IT automation, configuration management, and 'infrastructure as code'. Forget boring lectures; we're talking hands-on, interactive labs in a dedicated Ansible playground. Ready to transform how you manage systems? Let's dive in!

Ansible get_url Module

Ansible get_url Module

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 15 minutes

In this lab, you will explore the Ansible get_url module, which allows you to download files from the internet and save them on remote hosts. The get_url module provides various options to customize the download process, including authentication, headers, and checksum verification.

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Ansible Cron Module

Ansible Cron Module

Difficulty: Intermediate | Time: 28 minutes

Welcome to the Ansible Cron Module Lab! In this lab, you will learn how to automate the scheduling of tasks using the Ansible Cron module. The lab consists of several steps, each building upon the previous one to gradually increase the complexity of managing cron jobs with Ansible. By the end of this lab, you will have a solid understanding of how to use the Ansible Cron module for scheduling tasks.

Practice on LabEx β†’ | Tutorial β†’

Ansible Command Module

Ansible Command Module

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 25 minutes

Learn the Ansible Command module in this hands-on lab. Learn to execute remote commands, use variables, capture and process command output, work with module options, and apply the Command module in real-world scenarios. This step-by-step guide will enhance your skills in Ansible automation, from basic command execution to advanced output processing and service management.

Practice on LabEx β†’ | Tutorial β†’

Ansible Local Action Module

Ansible Local Action Module

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 15 minutes

Welcome to the Ansible Local Action Module Lab! In this lab, you will dive into the usage of the Ansible Local Action module. The Local Action module allows you to run tasks on the control machine where Ansible is being executed. This is useful when you need to perform operations locally, such as executing shell commands or running scripts.

Practice on LabEx β†’ | Tutorial β†’

This path isn't just about learning; it's about doing. Each lab is designed to give you practical, real-world skills you can immediately apply. Stop just reading about automation and start building it! Jump into these interactive exercises and transform your IT operations with Ansible. Your journey to becoming an automation wizard starts now!

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