Learn how to automate VM creation on Proxmox VE using Ansible in this comprehensive 53-minute tutorial. Discover the benefits of automation for streamlining deployment, simplifying backups, and enhancing recovery processes. Follow step-by-step instructions to create a playbook, set up image and computer files, define variables, and implement roles for assembling files, downloading Cloud-Init images, creating snippets, and generating VMs. Explore post-cleanup procedures and testing methods to ensure successful automation. Gain valuable insights into Proxmox VE management and Ansible integration for efficient virtual machine deployment and maintenance.

Syllabus

Intro
Assumptions
Create Playbook
Create Image Files
Create Computer Files
Create Variables
Create Vaults
Assemble Files Role
Download Cloud-Init Images Role
Create Snippets Folder
Create Cloud-Init Files Role
Create VMs Role
Post Cleanup
Testing
Summary