Hi, I have a home server (basically a NAS) currently running Debian. Basically it’s configuration is as follows

  • debian host running 3 VMs

  • debian running inside each VM as docker host

I just manually install KVM on the host then docker on each VM after creating each of them. I documented the process so I know how to replicate it in case I need to rebuild.

I now dream of being able to automate the rebuild process using config files. I know this is done using Ansible.

But I’ve now heard of Talos… (A thin layer for kubernetes) and intrigued. But I suppose I need a setup for the VM host to achieve automation through config files…

What setup are you guys using?

Thank you.

  • CaptSpify@lemmy.todayEnglish
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    13 minutes ago

    I just use a few shell scripts. Basically some simple bash scripts that do all the work after a fresh install.

    Kubernetes/Ansible are great to learn, but are also more complicated for simple setups.

  • Scrubbles@poptalk.scrubbles.techEnglish
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    1 hour ago

    Personally, if you’re considering it already, kubernetes might be something to look into. It’s a lot. Like a lot to learn. But I can honestly say I could do it for a job now with how much I’ve learned. Then it’s less about how to set up machines and more about just reapplying your infrastructure.

  • Hule@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 hours ago

    When I change my server, I always start from scratch, hoping that it will come out better.

    I don’t know what I’m expecting, it was always working well…

  • AmbiguousProps@lemmy.todayEnglish
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    3 hours ago

    I’m now using Fedora CoreOS which can be deployed from config files. It’s really neat to be able to define everything the way you need it and just start up the VM with no further config necessary. I’m using podman to manage my services.