Ansible in Practice: Advanced Server and Application Automation (ANSBL2)

Virtualization, Management

This two-day advanced follow-up course builds on basic Ansible experience and focuses on roles, collections, modules and inventory. You’ll learn to create reusable code, collaborate across teams, scale automation and build custom components for your infrastructure.

The course emphasizes real scenarios, best practices and practical troubleshooting. Hands-on labs focus on application deployments, scalable architectures and testable workflows to help administrators and DevOps engineers apply Ansible reliably in complex production environments.

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Use dynamic inventory, advanced templates and extended syntax
  • Organize and share code with collections and roles
  • Develop custom modules, roles and collections
  • Integrate external data sources and use plugins
  • Scale and distribute Ansible across production environments

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • System and network administrators using Ansible
  • DevOps engineers wanting advanced orchestration techniques
  • Developers and IT professionals building custom Ansible code
  • IT teams managing large environments seeking optimization

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES

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Need this course in English?

Public courses are usually delivered in Czech, but this course is also available in English. We can arrange private training for your team online, at your premises or in our classrooms, and tailor the content to your needs.

For groups of around 4 or more participants, private training can already be comparable in price to booking individual places on a public course. Send us your requirements and we’ll recommend the best format and provide an exact quote.

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Course content:

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  • Review of core concepts
    1. Summary of key knowledge from the Ansible I course
  • Installing Ansible
    1. Deploying Ansible in enterprise environments
    2. Team workflows, code sharing and best practices
  • Inventory
    1. Designing inventory: static vs. dynamic approaches
    2. Developing custom inventory scripts
    3. Combining multiple inventory sources
  • Roles & Collections
    1. Organizing code with collections and roles
    2. Using multiple versions of roles and collections on one controller
    3. Developing custom collections and roles
    4. Sharing and installing collections/roles (Ansible Galaxy, GitHub, GitLab)
  • Modules
    1. Troubleshooting module-related issues
    2. Developing custom modules for specific tasks
  • Playbooks and extended syntax
    1. Using multiple plays in one playbook
    2. Sharing data and variables across host groups
    3. Complex loops and handling nested data structures
    4. Tags for selective task execution
  • Templates
    1. Creating complex Jinja2 templates
    2. Dynamic template generation
  • Ansible on Ansible
    1. Generating Ansible code (or other tools) using Ansible
  • Plugins
    1. Working with external data sources (lookups) and using them
  • Scaling and distribution
    1. Scaling Ansible in production environments
    2. Distributing Ansible code and ensuring version compatibility
  • Practical examples and troubleshooting
    1. Deploying applications with Ansible
    2. Working on a personal Ansible project of choice
  • Questions, discussion and wrap-up
Prerequisites:
Basic experience with Ansible.
Recommended previous course:
Ansible in Practice: Server and Application Automation (ANSBL)
Schedule:
2 days (9:00-17:00)
Price per person:
512.00 € ( 619.52 € incl. 21% VAT)

Training and learning environment

IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
Exterior view of the COMGUARD office building on Sochorova Street in Brno.
Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Exterior view of the Opatov Park office building in Prague, Chodov.
Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
Fully equipped kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, sink, and shelves with cups and glasses.
What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
Table with sweet pastries, fruit syrups, a water dispenser, and glasses set up for training participants.
What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
Wicker baskets filled with packaged savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars.
Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
Outdoor wooden terrace with green surroundings by the glass building of the training center.
Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
Spacious outdoor wooden terrace with seating and views of the surrounding area.
Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.