Discover how to simplify storage configuration across different Linux distributions and versions using the Storage System Role in Ansible. This 13-minute DevConf.CZ 2023 talk by Vojtech Trefny introduces the System Roles concept and demonstrates how to leverage Ansible for remote storage management on GNU/Linux systems. Learn about the Storage Role's capabilities, including support for LVM, thin provisioning, VDO deduplication and compression, and filesystem operations. Explore use cases, safe mode features, and upcoming enhancements. Gain insights into creating consistent storage configurations using a straightforward automation API, regardless of the underlying complexities.
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