Execution environments for Ansible and AWX training #3
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Ansible and AWX training courses greatly benefit from customized execution environments (EEs).
Default images, like the AWX one (nearly 2 GB), pose problems with size, superfluous dependencies, and lengthy loading times.
A default EE image is often too large for training deployments, weighed down by unnecessary collections that slow down downloads and startup.
The advantage of a lightweight and targeted EE is clear: an image of only 500 MB drastically reduces disk footprint, accelerates loading, and ensures a stable, relevant, and controlled environment for practical labs.
We only keep what's essential, making training smoother and more effective.