Introduction to YAML

Welcome to this lesson on YAML syntax and usage. In this article, we'll explore the basics of YAML files and explain why they're essential for managing Ansible playbooks.

YAML is a human-readable data serialization format commonly used for configuration files. It is often favored over other formats due to its simplicity and clarity.

Here's a simple YAML example listing a server:

Servers:
  - name: Server1
    owner: John
    status: active

Throughout this course, you'll learn how to structure YAML files effectively and apply them to real-world scenarios such as Ansible playbooks. Enjoy working with structured configuration files!

Links and References

• Ansible Playbooks User Guide
• YAML Official Website