Ansible + GCP

🌟 **An introduction to Ansible with GCP** 🌟—

### **Course Overview:**

Embark on a journey to master the art of automation and cloud infrastructure management with our comprehensive online course, “Ansible + GCP.” This introductory course is designed to guide you through the integration of Ansible, a powerful IT automation tool, with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). With hands-on demonstrations using GCP’s Cloud Shell, you’ll gain practical experience and a deep understanding of how to orchestrate your infrastructure using Ansible.

### **What You’ll Need:**

– A **basic introduction** to GCP.
– A **service account** with the necessary permissions.
– Access to the **GCP Console** along with **Cloud Shell**. (Alternatively, a Linux distro with the gcloud CLI installed is also acceptable.)
– An **basic understanding** of Ansible and familiarity with Ansible Galaxy and GitHub for role creation.

### **Course Prerequisites:**

– A GCP account.
– Familiarity with command-line operations.
– Basic knowledge of infrastructure as code concepts.

### **What is Ansible?**

Ansible is an open-source tool that automates everything from cloud orchestration to application deployment and configuration management. Its simplicity, coupled with its immense power and the vast ecosystem of plugins, makes it an indispensable tool for any IT professional.

### **Course Highlights:**

– **Introduction to Ansible**: Learn the fundamentals of this powerful automation tool.
– **Provisioning Instances**: Understand how to create instances using both Gcloud CLI and Google Module.
– **Architecture Design**: Design and deploy a simple yet effective architecture in GCP.
– **Inventory Management**: Master the inventory system within GCP, essential for managing complex cloud environments.
– **Roles & Galaxy**: Discover how to create roles in Ansible, upload them to Ansible Galaxy, and integrate them into your codebase for reusability and sharing.

### **Why Take This Course?**

– **Expert Guidance**: Led by Rohit Abraham, an experienced course instructor.
– **Real-World Application**: Learn through practical examples and real-world scenarios.
– **Skill Development**: Acquire skills that are highly sought after in the industry.
– **Community Resources**: Utilize Ansible Galaxy and GitHub for collaboration and sharing of roles and best practices.

### **Additional Learning Resources:**

Don’t miss out on Rohit Abraham’s other Udemy courses, which offer a wealth of knowledge in IT automation and cloud services. Each course is crafted to enhance your skills and expand your expertise.

### **Course Experience:**

This course is designed to be interactive and engaging. You will apply Ansible concepts directly within GCP using Cloud Shell, which provides a ready-to-use environment for learning.

### **Your Commitment:**

As you progress through the course, your active participation and engagement are key to unlocking the full potential of what Ansible with GCP has to offer. Remember to review the course and share your insights and experiences with the community—your feedback is invaluable for continuous improvement.

### **Happy Learning!**

Embark on this learning adventure with confidence, knowing that you have all the resources you need right at your fingertips. Dive into “Ansible + GCP” today and transform your IT automation skills! 🚀

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**Note:** This course assumes no prior knowledge of Ansible beyond its basic understanding and is designed for individuals who are familiar with GCP fundamentals and command-line interface operations. Let’s get started on this exciting journey to master Ansible within the Google Cloud Platform ecosystem! 🖥️💫