ansible-host-limiter

Limit Ansible commands to the ndelucca-server target host by default.

Updated Aug 11, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ndelucca/environment --skill ansible-host-limiter
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Skill: ansible-host-limiter
Source: https://github.com/ndelucca/environment/tree/main/.claude/skills/ansible-host-limiter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ndelucca/environment --skill ansible-host-limiter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enforces a critical safety practice for the home-server infrastructure: always limit ansible commands to specific hosts to prevent accidental execution on unintended targets like the raspberry-printer.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Default host limiting: Ensures commands run only on ndelucca-server by default.
  • Safety prompts: Warns when commands attempt to run on all hosts.
  • Usage guidance: Provides examples for common ansible commands.

Quick Start

ansible ndelucca-server -m ping

Frequently Asked Questions about ansible-host-limiter

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I prevent Ansible commands from running on unintended hosts?

Limit Ansible commands to specific hosts using the -l flag to restrict execution scope. This Skill enforces host limiting by default, ensuring commands target only ndelucca-server unless explicitly overridden, preventing accidental execution on unintended targets like raspberry-printer.

What's the best way to set up safety defaults for Ansible playbooks?

Configure Ansible to require explicit host targeting with confirmation prompts for multi-host runs. This Skill applies default host restrictions across all ansible-playbook and ad-hoc invocations, tags, and actions in your home-server environment to enforce safety practices.

How do I run an Ansible command on a specific host safely?

Use the -l flag with your target host name: ansible ndelucca-server -m ping. This Skill ensures the -l flag is present on every command and prompts for confirmation before executing on multiple hosts, preventing unintended infrastructure changes.

Can I override default host limits in Ansible when needed?

Yes, you can explicitly request different hosts, but this Skill prompts for confirmation before executing on multiple hosts. Override defaults only when necessary; the confirmation step ensures you intentionally target hosts outside the default ndelucca-server scope.

Why should I use host limiting for Ansible automation?

Host limiting prevents accidental execution on unintended infrastructure targets, a critical safety practice for multi-host environments. This Skill enforces limiting on playbooks, ad-hoc actions, and tags to protect home-server infrastructure from mistakes.

Does this work with both Ansible playbooks and ad-hoc commands?

Yes, this Skill applies host limiting across all Ansible invocations including ansible-playbook and ad-hoc actions, plus tag-based execution. Default restrictions and confirmation prompts apply uniformly to the entire home-server environment.