Automation

Automation

Ansible playbooks, task automation, and configuration management.

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Automating AD Computer Object Deletion on Linux Decommission

How to use Ansible and adcli to safely remove a Linux server's computer object from Active Directory during decommissioning.

  • Issue: Needed a repeatable way to use Ansible and adcli to safely remove a Linux server's computer object from Active Directory during decommissioning.
  • Solution: Implemented a practical runbook/automation pattern with clear safety checks, execution steps, and verification points.
  • Used In: Used in Ansible playbook pipelines for provisioning, patching, and decommissioning with audit requirements.
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