Creating templates in AWX
In this recipe, you will combine all the components you previously configured to execute your playbooks in AWX. AWX uses job templates to create a standardized runtime environment (with different parameters explained shortly), allowing you to run your Ansible playbooks directly from AWX in a customizable and reproducible way.
You will start by creating a job template and assigning it a clear and descriptive name. Then, you will define the necessary parameters to set up the environment for playbook execution:
- Select the inventory against which the playbooks will run
- Provide all the required credentials—whether one or multiple—to ensure secure connections
- Link the project that contains the playbooks you intend to use
- Choose the specific playbook from the project to execute
- Select the EE where the playbook will run
By following these steps, you will have a consistent and reusable setup, enabling efficient...
