Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294: Red Hat Ansible Automation

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10+ Hours of Video Instruction

Description
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294 Complete Video Course, 3/e: Red Hat Ansible Automation provides a solid understanding of all the topics required to pass the RHCE exam, including how to perform common automation tasks using Ansible and management of a Linux environment

Overview
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294 Complete Video Course, 3/e: Red Hat Ansible …

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294: Red Hat Ansible Automation

Video description

10+ Hours of Video Instruction

Overview
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294 Complete Video Course, 3/e: Red Hat Ansible Automation is all new and fully updated. This 10-hour video course provides a solid understanding of all the topics required to pass the RHCE exam and includes live demos, exam question walk-throughs and dynamic lightboard teaching. The student learns how to perform common automation tasks using Ansible as well as how to use common Ansible components to automate the management of a Linux environment.

RHCE EX294 Complete Video Course covers all facets of the newly-updated RHCE exam. Instructor Sander van Vugt walks you through the topics using demos and labs to test the student's knowledge with real world scenarios. Each video lesson ends with a lab that provides an exercise so you can test your skills. Sander then provides a detailed solution to each lab, explaining how to solve for the exam objectives so you can get the experience you need to pass the test. Audio instruction throughout offers detailed explanations, tips, and configuration verifications.

This engaging self-paced video training solution provides learners with more than 10 hours of video instruction from an expert trainer with more than 20 years of practical Linux teaching experience. Through the use of topic-focused instructional videos, you will gain an in-depth understanding of all topics on the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) exam, as well as a deeper understanding of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ansible. The combination of video, labs, and practice exams provides a unique offering that gives you a full toolkit to learn and excel on your exam.

Topics include:
Module 1: Introduction to Ansible
Module 2: Using Advanced Ansible Solutions
Module 3: Managing Systems with Ansible
Module 4: Sample Exam

About the Instructor
Sander van Vugt has been teaching Linux classes since 1995 and has written more than 60 books about different Linux-related topics.

Sander is a Red Hat Certified Instructor and has deep knowledge and understanding of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, including the upcoming Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7. He has been teaching Linux since 1994, and as a Red Hat Certified Examiner he is authorized to proctor different Red Hat exams. He is also a regular speaker on major Linux conferences all over the world.

Skill Level
Intermediate/Advanced

Learn How To

Work with Ansible
Best prepare for the RHCE EX294
Manage RHEL 8 with Ansible
Set up a Managed IT Environment
Use Ad Hoc Commands and Playbooks to manage RHEL 8 Servers
Manage software configurations with Ansible

Who Should Take This Course

Linux engineers that want to become certified to work with Ansible to manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Junior system administrators that want to deepen their skills about configuration management.
Administrators with a profound knowledge and experience working with any Linux distributions, and want to learn how to use Ansible to manage their environment
Administrators currently administering UNIX systems.
Developers that write software for Linux.
Administrators who have already completed the RHCSA Exam.

Course Requirements

Plan to, or have already, taken the RHCSA Exam
A working knowledge of Linux

Table of Contents
Module 1: Introduction to Ansible
Lesson1: Installing Ansible
Lesson 2: Setting up a Managed Environment
Lesson 3: Using Ad Hoc Commands
Lesson 4: Getting Started with Playbooks
Lesson 5: Working with Variables and Facts
Module 2: Using Advanced Ansible Solutions
Lesson 6: Using Task Control
Lesson 7: Deploying Files
Lesson 8: Using Ansible Roles
Lesson 9: Using RHEL System Roles
Lesson 10: Using Ansible in Large Environments
Lesson 11: Troubleshooting Ansible
Module 3: Managing Systems with Ansible
Lesson 12: Managing Software with Ansible
Lesson 13: Managing Users
Lesson 14: Managing Processes and Tasks
Lesson 15: Managing Storage
Lesson 16: Managing Networking
Module 4: Sample Exam
Lesson 17: Sample Exam

Lesson descriptions
Module 1
Module 1, “Introduction to Ansible,” starts with the basics of Ansible, including how to install it, and set up an Ansible managed environment. This module also covers how to use Ad Hoc commands, which gives a basic understanding of working with Ansible and Ansible modules. The lesson then moves on to writing and working with playbooks. Lastly, this module will discuss Variables and Facts.

Module 2
In Module 2, “Using Advanced Ansible Solutions,” users will learn how to work with advanced ansible solutions. Task control, Jinja2 templates, Ansible roles and collections, as well as RHEL system roles are all covered. Tips for using Ansible in a large environment, and Ansible troubleshooting are also included.

Module 3
Module 3 “Managing Systems with Ansible” digs into how to use some of the most commonly used Ansible components in a real-world setting, including scenarios involving managing software, users, processes and tasks, storage and networking.

Module 4
In Module 4, “Sample Exam” provides seven assignments as they would be seen on the RHCE exam. Students are provided with objectives, and each will be answered in detail.

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Introduction

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294: Introduction

Module 1: Introduction to Ansible

Module introduction

Lesson 1: Installing Ansible

Learning objectives

1.1 Understanding Ansible

1.2 Host Requirements

1.3 Installing Ansible on the Control Node

1.4 Preparing Managed Nodes

1.5 Verifying Ansible Installation

Lesson 1 Lab: Installing Ansible

Lesson 1 Lab Solution: Installing Ansible

Lesson 2: Setting up a Managed Environment

Learning objectives

2.1 Setting up Static Inventory

2.2 Understanding Dynamic Inventory

2.3 Understanding Ansible Configuration Files

2.4 Managing Ansible Configuration Files

Lesson 2 Lab: Setting up an Ansible Managed Environment

Lesson 2 Lab Solution: Setting up an Ansible Managed Environment

Lesson 3: Using Ad Hoc Commands

Learning objectives

3.1 Using Ad Hoc Commands

3.2 Understanding Ansible Modules

3.3 Using ansible-doc to get Module Documentation

3.4 Introducing Essential Ansible Modules

Lesson 3 Lab: Using Ad Hoc Commands

Lesson 3 Lab Solution: Using Ad Hoc Commands

Lesson 4: Getting Started with Playbooks

Learning objectives

4.1 Using YAML to Write Playbooks

4.2 Verifying Playbook Syntax

4.3 Writing Multiple-Play Playbooks

Lesson 4 Lab: Getting Started with Playbooks

Lesson 4 Lab Solution: Getting Started with Playbooks

Lesson 5: Working with Variables and Facts

Learning objectives

5.1 Understanding Variables

5.2 Using Variables

5.3 Understanding Variable Precedence

5.4 Managing Host Variables

5.5 Using Multi-valued Variables

5.6 Using Ansible Vault

5.7 Working with Facts

5.8 Creating Custom Facts

Lesson 5 Lab: Working with Variables and Facts

Lesson 5 Lab Solution: Working with Variables and Facts

Module 2: Using Advanced Ansible Solutions

Module introduction

Lesson 6: Using Task Control

Learning objectives

6.1 Using Loops and Items

6.2 Using Register Variables with Loops

6.3 Using when to Run Tasks Conditionally

6.4 Testing Multiple Conditions

6.5 Using Handlers

6.6 Using Blocks

6.7 Dealing with Failures

6.8 Managing Changed Status

Lesson 6 Lab: Using Task Control

Lesson 6 Lab Solution: Using Task Control

Lesson 7: Deploying Files

Learning objectives

7.1 Using Modules to Manipulate Files

7.2 Managing SELinux File Context

7.3 Using Jinja2 Templates

7.4 Using Control Structures in Jinja2

Lesson 7 Lab: Deploying Files with Templates

Lesson 7 Lab Solution: Deploying Files with Templates

Lesson 8: Using Ansible Roles

Learning objectives

8.1 Understanding Directory Structure Best Practices

8.2 Understanding Ansible Roles

8.3 Using Ansible Galaxy for Standard Roles

8.4 Using the Ansible Galaxy Command Line Tool

8.5 Creating Custom Roles

8.6 Managing Order of Execution

8.7 Understanding RHEL System Roles

8.8 Using Collections

Lesson 8 Lab: Using Ansible Roles

Lesson 8 Lab Solution: Using Ansible Roles

Lesson 9: Using RHEL System Roles

Learning objectives

9.1 Understanding RHEL System Roles

9.2 Installing RHEL System Roles

9.3 Using the RHEL SELinux System Role

9.4 Using the RHEL TimeSync System Role

Lesson 9 Lab: Using RHEL System Roles

Lesson 9 Lab Solution: Using RHEL System Roles

Lesson 10: Using Ansible in Large Environments

Learning objectives

10.1 Managing Inventory

10.2 Addressing Host Patterns

10.3 Configuring Parallelism

10.4 Organizing Directory Structure

Lesson 10 Lab: Using Ansible in Large Environments

Lesson 10 Lab Solution: Using Ansible in Large Environments

Lesson 11: Troubleshooting Ansible

Learning objectives

11.1 Managing Ansible Logs

11.2 Using the Debug Module

11.3 Using Check Mode

11.4 Using Modules for Troubleshooting and Testing

11.5 Troubleshooting Connection Issues

11.6 Analyzing Playbook Errors

11.7 Avoiding Errors in Playbook Best Practices

Lesson 11 Lab: Troubleshooting Ansible

Lesson 11 Lab Solution: Troubleshooting Ansible

Module 3: Managing Systems with Ansible

Module introduction

Lesson 12: Managing Software with Ansible

Learning objectives

12.1 Understanding Modules Related to Software Management

12.2 Implementing a Playbook to Manage Software

Lesson 12 Lab: Managing Software

Lesson 12 Lab Solution: Managing Software

Lesson 13: Managing Users

Learning objectives

13.1 Understanding Modules Related to User Management

13.2 Implementing a Playbook to Manage Users

13.3 Managing Encrypted Passwords

Lesson 13 Lab: Managing Users

Lesson 13 Lab Solution: Managing Users

Lesson 14: Managing Processes and Tasks

Learning objectives

14.1 Understanding Modules for Managing Processes and Tasks

14.2 Implementing a Playbook to Manage Processes and Tasks

Lesson 14 Lab: Managing Processes and Tasks

Lesson 14 Lab Solution: Managing Processes and Tasks

Lesson 15: Managing Storage

Learning objectives

15.1 Understanding Modules for Managing Storage

15.2 Implementing a Playbook to Manage Storage

Lesson 15 Lab: Managing Storage

Lesson 15 Lab Solution: Managing Storage

Lesson 16: Managing Networking

Learning objectives

16.1 Using Network Roles for Network Management

16.2 Understanding Modules for Network Management

16.3 Using Ansible to Manage IPv6

Lesson 16 Lab: Managing Networking

Lesson 16 Lab Solution: Managing Networking

Module 4: Sample Exam

Module introduction

Lesson 17: Sample Exam

Learning objectives

17.1 Exam Information

17.2 Configuring the Basic Setup

17.3 RHCE Sample Exam Assignments

17.4 Setting up Ansible Solution

17.5 Managing File Content Solution

17.6 Working with Roles Solution

17.7 Creating Playbooks Solution

17.8 Installing Ansible Galaxy Roles Solution

17.9 Generating a File Solution

17.10 Creating a User with an Encrypted Password Solution

17.11 Managing Storage Solution

Summary

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) EX294: Summary

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