SaltStack
SaltStack is an automation platform for configuration management, orchestration, and remote command execution.
Core model
- Commonly uses a master-minion architecture for high-speed event-driven automation.
- Supports declarative states for desired configuration.
- Can also run in agentless mode (
salt-ssh) for smaller environments.
Strengths
- Very fast remote execution and scalable fan-out.
- Strong event bus and real-time orchestration patterns.
- Flexible model for both config management and operational automation.
Trade-offs
- More operational complexity than lightweight tools.
- Requires careful design for secure and reliable master/minion operations.