Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Playbook Anatomy
| Section | Notes |
|---|---|
hosts
|
Target inventory |
tasks
|
Idempotent actions |
handlers
|
Triggered after change |
roles
|
Reusable logic |
Commands
ansible-playbook site.yml
Run the playbook
ansible-lint playbook.yml
Catch issues
ansible-galaxy role init web
Scaffold a role
Tips
Keep tasks small, document vars, and test with check-mode.
💡 Pro Tip:
Lint with ansible-lint and factor repeated logic into roles.