The 'ternary' filter in Ansible - smarter automation
The article on Zufallsheld discusses an interesting use of the ternary filter in Ansible. The ternary filter simplifies conditional value assignment in Ansible configurations. The author highlights that, in many cases, one can apply simpler and more readable solutions using this filter, which significantly enhances code quality. For example, by utilizing the ternary filter, one can easily return one of two values based on certain conditions. An intriguing aspect is how this filter impacts performance and the readability of playbooks. However, the article emphasizes that moderation in its usage is essential to avoid excessive complexity and loss of code clarity.