Configuration management is a hot topic, and the state system is what Salt uses to perform it. It's become very powerful over time, and even if you're already well versed in states, I expect there are still a few tricks you haven't learned yet. In this chapter, we'll cover:
Integrating multiple state files into a cohesive product
Making state trees span multiple environments
Understanding the master tops subsystem
Taking advantage of the
saltstack-formulasorganization on GitHubUsing SPM, the Salt Package Manager