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HashiCorp Packer

Elle Krout

HashiCorp Packer is a lightweight, open source tool for building automating machine images across multiple platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP, as well as popular virtualization or quasi-virtualization platforms such as Docker and VirtualBox. In this course, we explore the core components of a Packer build, such as builders and communicators, learn how to leverage these components to write portable buildfiles that work with the infrastructure we're already using, such as the platform and provisioning toolchains, and improve parity between our existing environments.

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Designed for learners who are familiar with infrastructure, or who have basic knowledge of automation
Suitable for learners who need hands-on experience in building portable machine images and automating the process
Can be leveraged by learners working with platforms and tooling such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
Taught by instructors with industry experience in building and automating machine images
Course provides a deep dive into Packer build components like builders and communicators

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Learners who complete HashiCorp Packer will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Cloud Engineer
A Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of cloud computing solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud platforms and technologies, as well as the ability to design and implement scalable and reliable solutions. The HashiCorp Packer course can help Cloud Engineers develop the skills they need to build and manage cloud-based infrastructure, such as creating custom machine images and configuring cloud-native applications.
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. This role requires a deep understanding of both software development and infrastructure management. The HashiCorp Packer course can help DevOps Engineers develop the skills they need to automate the build and deployment of software, as well as manage and maintain infrastructure.
Infrastructure Architect
An Infrastructure Architect is responsible for designing and implementing the infrastructure for an organization. This role requires a deep understanding of infrastructure technologies, such as cloud computing, virtualization, and networking. The HashiCorp Packer course can help Infrastructure Architects develop the skills they need to design and implement scalable and reliable infrastructure.
Systems Administrator
A Systems Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day management of an organization's IT systems. This role requires a deep understanding of operating systems, networking, and security. The HashiCorp Packer course can help Systems Administrators develop the skills they need to automate the build and deployment of systems, as well as manage and maintain existing systems.
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of software applications. This role requires a deep understanding of programming languages, software development methodologies, and software testing techniques. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Software Engineers who are interested in developing cloud-native applications or automating the build and deployment of software.
Network Engineer
A Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of computer networks. This role requires a deep understanding of networking technologies, such as routing, switching, and security. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Network Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of network infrastructure.
Security Engineer
A Security Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of security measures to protect an organization's IT systems. This role requires a deep understanding of security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Security Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of security infrastructure.
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator is responsible for the management and maintenance of an organization's databases. This role requires a deep understanding of database technologies, such as SQL and NoSQL. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Database Administrators who are interested in automating the build and deployment of database infrastructure.
Cloud Security Engineer
A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for the security of an organization's cloud-based infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Cloud Security Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of cloud-based security infrastructure.
DevSecOps Engineer
A DevSecOps Engineer is responsible for the integration of security into the software development and operations process. This role requires a deep understanding of both security and software development methodologies. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for DevSecOps Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of secure software.
Data Engineer
A Data Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of data pipelines. This role requires a deep understanding of data technologies, such as data warehousing, data mining, and machine learning. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Data Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of data infrastructure.
Machine Learning Engineer
A Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and deployment of machine learning models. This role requires a deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, as well as programming languages and software development methodologies. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Machine Learning Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of machine learning infrastructure.
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
An Artificial Intelligence Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and deployment of artificial intelligence solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of artificial intelligence technologies, such as machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Artificial Intelligence Engineers who are interested in automating the build and deployment of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist is responsible for the analysis and interpretation of data to identify trends and patterns. This role requires a deep understanding of statistics, machine learning, and data visualization. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Data Scientists who are interested in automating the build and deployment of data analysis infrastructure.
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst is responsible for the analysis of business processes and the identification of opportunities for improvement. This role requires a deep understanding of business processes, as well as data analysis and visualization techniques. The HashiCorp Packer course may be useful for Business Analysts who are interested in automating the build and deployment of business intelligence infrastructure.

Reading list

We've selected five books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in HashiCorp Packer.
Provides a comprehensive overview of DevOps principles and practices, and how to apply them to your organization. It covers topics such as continuous delivery, continuous integration, and agile development.
Provides a practical guide to implementing continuous delivery with Docker and Kubernetes. It covers topics such as building and testing containers, deploying containers to Kubernetes, and managing the continuous delivery process.
Introduces the concept of continuous delivery for infrastructure and provides guidance on using tools like Packer to automate and streamline the process of building, testing, and deploying infrastructure.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Vagrant, and how to use it to manage virtual machines. It covers topics such as creating and managingVagrantfiles, using Vagrant to provision and manage virtual machines, and using Vagrant with other tools.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Kubernetes, and how to use it to manage containerized applications.

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