Hashicorp Packer Crash Course: Master AWS AMI Creation in 30 Mins

In this video, we're going to teach you all about Hashicorp Packer, a tool that makes it easy to create and manage AWS AMI's. We'll start by covering the basics of Hashicorp Packer and then move on to creating and managing AWS AMI's. If you're looking to get started with AWS or to create your own AMI's, then this crash course is perfect for you! By the end of this video, you'll have a solid understanding of Hashicorp Packer and be able to create AWS AMI's with ease! In this video, You'll learn everything you need to know about Packer in just 30 minutes! This comprehensive tutorial will guide you through the process of building AWS Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) automatically with Packer. Packer is an open-source tool for creating identical machine images for multiple platforms from a single source configuration. In this video, you'll learn: What is Packer? - Get an introduction to Packer, its purpose, and how it can simplify your infrastructure management. What Packer Supports? - Discover the extensive list of platforms and providers that Packer supports, including major cloud providers and virtualization platforms. A bit more deep dive into Packer's supported platforms! - Learn the ins and outs of some of the most popular platforms Packer supports. Installation and set-up - Follow step-by-step instructions on how to install Packer on your system and configure it for use. Paker Components - Understand the key components of Packer, including builders, provisioners, and post-processors. Demo: Generate AMI EC2 AMI automatically via Packer - Watch a live demonstration of how to create an AWS EC2 AMI automatically using Packer, making your deployment process more efficient and streamlined. #Packer #AWS #AMI #CrashCourse #DevOps #InfrastructureAsCode #automation By the end of this crash course, you'll be well-equipped to use Packer in your infrastructure management, saving you time and effort. So, whether you're a developer, DevOps engineer, or just someone who loves to automate processes, this tutorial is for you. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more great content! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 0:27 - What is Packer? 01:10 - What Packer Supports? 2:27 - Deep Dive into Packer's Supported Platforms 3:31 - Installation and Set-up 5:58 - Paker Components (Templates) 7:32 - Variables 13:57 - Builders 15:15 - Source 17:02 - Build 19:19 - Provisioners 22:04 - Post-processors 24:56 - Demo: Generate AMI EC2 AMI Automatically via Packer 30:33 - Conclusion