How do I set up Docker and Ansible for on-prem?

Grab the layout: inventory, playbooks, roles. Start with base.yml for OS hardening, layer Docker, then apps. Test on VMs first.

Is Rocky Linux best for Docker Ansible stacks?

Great for RHEL fans – 10-year support, SELinux. Ubuntu works too. Match your team's skills.

Yes, for steady workloads. Four VMs, weekend build. Watch maintenance though – Ansible keeps it reproducible.

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