Ansible Vault for Secure Credential Management!

While writing the blog post about homelab server patching with Ansible, I figured there is a need for setup instructions of ansible-vault. So, here’s a quick guide on setting up and using Ansible Vault to secure sensitive data, like become passwords, for use in playbooks. Obviously, Ansible needs to be installed for this. Step 1: Create a vault password file To streamline running the playbook without being prompted for a vault password every time:...

November 4, 2024 · 167 words · jop

Monitor your homelab and get notified by Telegram!

This is a detailed guide on setting up Uptime Kuma using Docker and configuring a Telegram bot to receive notifications when monitored URLs go down or have issues. Setup time: 15 minutes (assuming prerequisites are met) Uptime Kuma is an open-source monitoring tool for tracking uptime and receiving notifications when websites, APIs, or other services go offline. Paired with a Telegram bot, you can receive instant notifications on your phone or desktop....

August 23, 2024 · 677 words · jop