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Feature Friday #24: Augments - host_specific.json

Aug 23, 2024 By Nick Anderson In CFEngine
You probably know about the def.json Augments file. However, are you familiar with host_specific.json? The def.json Augments file is read, if it’s adjacent to the policy entry. As such, this file is generally distributed as part of the policy set. Its settings apply to all hosts that receive and run the policy. The host_specific.json Augments file, is on the other hand loaded from the $(sys.workdir)/data/ directory. And it is expected to be independent from the policy.
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Four key benefits of configuration templates in network automation

Aug 21, 2024 By Rama Venkatesan In Site24x7
Configuration templates consist of small pieces of code that allow administrators to implement changes across numerous devices as many times as necessary. These templates, often referred to as configlets, expedite system setup and make it more resistant to errors.
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puppet

Gain Efficiency with a GitOps Workflow

Aug 19, 2024 By Kapil Tandon In Puppet
This blog will be the second in a three-part blog series where we explore the benefits of the GitOps practice, how to get the most from GitOps, and how to measure and maintain success. Here is what you can expect from the series: We’ll dive into the practice of GitOps in this blog, defining and understanding what an efficient workflow can produce. Here you’ll put the principles of GitOps into practice, exploring how infrastructure as code (IaC) can help you get more done with fewer resources.
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How to achieve operational excellence in the financial technology sector

Aug 19, 2024 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Operational efficiency in the fintech sector defines the outcome of your business. It involves constantly executing business strategies more efficiently and effectively than competitors. In a fast-paced environment, which is the fintech sector, this competitive advantage can become the difference between success and failure. Let's outline key components of what constitutes operational excellence, focusing on strategies and best practices adopted in the fintech sector, which almost guarantee the company stays competitive, reduces costs, and delivers exceptional value to its customers.
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The Future is Now: How AI is Revolutionizing App Development

Aug 19, 2024 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Apps are become a necessary component of our everyday existence. We use them for everything from communication to entertainment, shopping, banking, health and fitness tracking, and more. As consumer demand grows for more intelligent and personalized apps, developers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to build the apps of the future. Here, we explore the current and future impact AI will have on app development.
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puppet

Windows Automation: Comparing Methods & Tools for Automating Windows Infrastructure

Aug 15, 2024 By Kevin Crull In Puppet
Finding the right automation tool for Windows environments can be frustrating. Legacy systems, a GUI-centric design, and proprietary tooling are a few of the reasons automating Windows infrastructure can be challenging – especially in environments where Windows isn’t the only OS. Many organizations struggle to choose tools that will let them automate Windows infrastructure without contributing to tool sprawl.
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Puppet 8: The Biggest Changes & How to Get It Now [with Video]

Aug 14, 2024 By David Sandilands In Puppet
Puppet 8 is here, and it’s included in the latest release of Puppet Enterprise. It’s the biggest update to Puppet since Puppet 7’s first release in November 2020, and it carries a host of enhancements and improvements to make managing and scaling your infrastructure easier than ever. Read on for a list of the major changes included in Puppet 8, how they benefit you, and how to get going with Puppet 8 fast.
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cfengine

Feature Friday #22: Don't fix, just warn

Aug 9, 2024 By Nick Anderson In CFEngine
Did you know that CFEngine can simply warn about something not being in the desired state? Traditionally with CFEngine, you define your desired state and CFEngine works towards making that happen. Sometimes you might not want CFEngine to take action and instead warn that a given promise wants to change something. Let’s take a look at a contrived example.
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