Automating Container Management with Ansible from Pluralsight

Docker is a powerful container platform, but the management of hosts and containers can grow overwhelming without automation. This course will teach you how to use Ansible to manage your Docker hosts and containers.

Ansible is a powerful suite of tools for automation and configuration management, and can aid in our containers-based architectures. In this course, Automating Container Management with Ansible, you’ll learn to harness the power of Ansible for managing your Docker containers. First, you’ll explore how to use Ansible to set up your Docker hosts. Next, you’ll discover how to use Docker modules within Ansible to manage your Docker images and containers throughout their lifecycle. Finally, you’ll learn how to further configure your Docker architecture by using Ansible to manage Docker networking and volumes, and troubleshoot any issues that may arise. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Ansible and Docker integration needed to automate and optimize container management for your projects.

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Course Overview

Architectures and Installation

The Container Lifecycle with Ansible

Managing Docker with Ansible

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by instructors with experience in relevant topics

Provides a strong foundation for beginners in Docker management

Comprehensive coverage of industry-standard tools and techniques for managing Docker containers

Highly relevant to those working with or interested in Docker container management

Activities

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Review Docker Architecture

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Docker architecture is the foundation for managing containers. A solid understanding of the basics will greatly improve your progress in the course.

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Explain how Docker differs from traditional virtualization
Describe how Docker images are structured
Describe how Docker containers are created and managed

Deep Dive on Docker Architecture and Concepts

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Review core Docker concepts, such as images, containers, and registries, to strengthen your foundation before starting the course.

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Read the Docker documentation on architecture and concepts.
Watch video tutorials or attend webinars on Docker basics.
Create a simple Dockerfile to build and run a basic container.

Set Up a Docker Host

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Hands-on practice setting up a Docker host will prepare you for the labs and projects in the course.

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Install Docker on your local machine
Create a Docker host using a cloud provider
Configure the Docker host with basic settings
Verify that the Docker host is running properly

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Practice Managing Docker Images and Containers

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Repetition and practice are key to mastering the Docker CLI commands used to manage images and containers.

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Use the Docker CLI to pull an image from a registry
Use the Docker CLI to create a container from an image
Use the Docker CLI to start, stop, and restart containers
Use the Docker CLI to remove images and containers

Container Manipulation Drills

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Enhance your hands-on experience by practicing Docker container operations such as creating, starting, stopping, and removing using Ansible playbooks.

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Install Docker and Ansible on your system.
Create an Ansible playbook to manage a simple Docker container.
Use the playbook to perform various container operations.

Explore Ansible Modules for Docker

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Ansible modules provide a powerful way to automate Docker management tasks. Familiarizing yourself with these modules will greatly enhance your ability to manage containers at scale.

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Identify the different Ansible modules available for Docker
Use the Ansible Docker module to manage Docker hosts
Use the Ansible Docker_image module to manage Docker images
Use the Ansible Docker_container module to manage Docker containers

Automate Docker Management with Ansible Playbooks

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Creating Ansible playbooks will allow you to automate complex Docker management tasks, freeing you up to focus on other aspects of your projects.

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Create an Ansible playbook to set up a Docker host
Create an Ansible playbook to deploy a Docker application
Create an Ansible playbook to manage Docker images and containers
Test and debug the Ansible playbooks
Deploy the Ansible playbooks to automate Docker management

Docker Automation Hackathon

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Participate in a hackathon focused on developing innovative Docker automation solutions.

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Find or create a hackathon that aligns with your interests in Docker automation.
Form a team or work individually to develop a project.
Submit your project and compete for recognition or prizes.

Career center

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DevOps Engineer

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Cloud Engineer

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Systems Administrator

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Network Engineer

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Software Engineer

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Docker Captain

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DevOps Specialist

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Cloud Architect

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Data Scientist

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Database Administrator

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Security Engineer

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Product Manager

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IT Manager

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Project Manager

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