Puppet
Puppet is a declarative configuration management platform focused on policy-driven infrastructure consistency.
Core model
- Uses manifests and modules to define desired system state.
- Typically follows a server-agent architecture.
- Applies desired state continuously based on configured intervals.
Strengths
- Mature policy model and rich ecosystem for standardized operations.
- Strong fit for long-lived infrastructure with strict compliance controls.
- Deterministic state enforcement for managed nodes.
Trade-offs
- Higher learning curve for its DSL and ecosystem conventions.
- Can feel heavyweight for small or highly dynamic environments.