How does it handle complex variable hierarchies?

The skill provides a standardized directory structure for group_vars and host_vars, ensuring variables are applied correctly across environments.

Can I define host ranges to save time?

Yes, it includes patterns for both numeric and alphabetic ranges, such as web[01:10].example.com, to manage large clusters efficiently.

Can it help with dynamic cloud inventories?

Absolutely. It includes specific patterns for Python-based dynamic inventory scripts and configuration for the AWS EC2 inventory plugin.

Does this skill support both YAML and INI formats?

Yes, it provides comprehensive templates and implementation patterns for both the traditional INI format and the modern, recommended YAML format.

Ansible Inventory Manager

Name: Ansible Inventory Manager
Author: TheBushidoCollective

byTheBushidoCollective

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Deployment & DevOps

Organizes and manages Ansible hosts, groups, and variables for efficient infrastructure configuration and automation.

About

This skill provides specialized guidance for architecting and maintaining complex Ansible inventory structures across multiple environments. It enables Claude to assist with both INI and YAML inventory formats, defining host patterns, nesting group hierarchies, and managing variables at scale. Whether you are implementing static host lists or dynamic inventory plugins for cloud providers like AWS, this skill ensures your infrastructure-as-code follows professional standards for organization and maintainability.

Key Features

Support for both INI and YAML inventory specifications
Advanced group hierarchy and child group configuration
Host pattern matching and numeric/alphabetic range definitions
Dynamic inventory script patterns for AWS and cloud providers
Best practices for host_vars and group_vars directory structures
39 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Designing multi-environment inventory layouts for production, staging, and development
Implementing automated EC2 instance discovery via dynamic inventory plugins
Converting legacy INI inventory files to modern, structured YAML formats

About

Key Features

Support for both INI and YAML inventory specifications
Advanced group hierarchy and child group configuration
Host pattern matching and numeric/alphabetic range definitions
Dynamic inventory script patterns for AWS and cloud providers
Best practices for host_vars and group_vars directory structures
39 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Designing multi-environment inventory layouts for production, staging, and development
Implementing automated EC2 instance discovery via dynamic inventory plugins
Converting legacy INI inventory files to modern, structured YAML formats