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Render Configurations with Jinja

May 2024 with John McGovern

Join John McGovern as we learn how to make dynamic configuration files using Jinja templates. We'll be learning terminology and concepts but also practicing using variables, loops and conditional logic to create customized setups for our systems.

Recommended Experience

Professional experience with Linux system administration
Experience with YAML and configuration management tools
Fundamentals of network configuration and DNS

Related certifications

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)

Related Job Functions

Linux system administrator
Systems engineer (Red Hat)
DevOps engineer

A former CBT Nuggets learner, John used online IT training to help him build a diverse skill set, which includes networking and cybersecurity.

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Skill Outline

1. Introduction (0:28)
2. Creating Vars (2:55)
3. Creating a Template (8:50)
4. Looping in Templates (10:59)
5. Conditional Logic in Templates (8:41)

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