Description:
Automated testing for Ansible roles
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 25.12.0@3
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Tracked Since: Dec 2, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
ansible
testing
devops
infrastructure-as-code
python
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Install:
brew install molecule
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About:
Molecule is a tool designed to aid in the development and testing of Ansible roles. It provides a framework for creating and managing test scenarios, allowing users to verify role functionality across different environments. By orchestrating Docker containers or virtual machines, it ensures that roles are idempotent and work as expected before deployment.
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Key Features:
- Scenario-based testing framework
- Support for multiple provisioners (Docker, Podman, Vagrant, etc.)
- Integration with Verifier tools like Testinfra or Goss
- Automated cleanup of test environments
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Use Cases:
- Unit testing Ansible roles in isolation
- Continuous Integration (CI) for Ansible content
- Verifying role compatibility across different OS versions
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Alternatives:
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ansible-test
– Ansible's native testing tool, generally used for modules/plugins rather than roles.
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Bats
– A TAP-compliant test suite for Bash, requires manual setup for Ansible environments.
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