Ansible Roles: A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to automating setup and configuration for your systems, Ansible is an invaluable tool. This guide will walk you through the use of Ansible roles specifically tailored for CentOS 6.7, using Python 2.7. It’s designed for both novices and seasoned pros, ensuring a user-friendly experience!

Getting Started with Ansible

First, let’s ensure you have Ansible installed on your CentOS system. Follow these simple steps:

• Launch your terminal.
• Enter the command to install Ansible and Git:

yum install -y ansible git

• After installation, check your Ansible version:

ansible --version

Configuring Ansible

Next, we need to set up the Ansible configuration to ensure smoother operation. Edit your ansible.cfg and disable host key checking:

vim /etc/ansible/ansible.cfg

Look for the line that mentions host_key_checking and change it to:

host_key_checking = False

Cloning the Ansible Role Repository

To utilize the pre-defined Ansible roles, clone the repository from GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/lework/Ansible-roles.git /etc/ansible/roles

After cloning, your roles directory should look organized with various subdirectories for different packages (iptables, java, nodejs, etc.).

Setting up the Inventory

For Ansible to know which hosts to configure, you’ll need to set up the inventory file:

[node2]
192.168.77.130 ansible_ssh_pass=123456

Creating a Playbook for Python Installation

Now, let’s create a Playbook, a YAML file that defines what actions Ansible should perform. Here’s how to set it up:

- hosts: servers
  roles:
    - python2.7

You can adjust the python_version value as needed.

Executing the Playbook

To run your playbook and install Python 2.7, execute:

ansible-playbook python2.7.yml

You should see tasks in the output indicating success or changes made.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues while running your Ansible playbook, consider these troubleshooting steps:

• Ensure that the target host is reachable and has the correct SSH credentials.
• Check the Ansible version compatibility. You are using Ansible version 2.2.1.0, which should be compatible with the tasks you’re running.
• Review the output logs for specific errors during the playbook run. They will often indicate where the issue lies.
• If you’re stuck, feel free to consult online communities for troubleshooting tips from other Ansible users.
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Conclusion

By following this guide, you’ve successfully set up Ansible roles and executed a playbook for Python installation. Ansible can streamline your development processes, making it an essential tool in any DevOps toolkit.

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