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Kevin Veen-Birkenbach 716ebef33b Refactor task includes and update variable handling for Ansible 2.20 migration
This commit updates multiple roles to ensure compatibility with Ansible 2.20.
Several include paths and task-loading mechanisms required adjustments,
as Ansible 2.20 applies stricter evaluation rules for complex Jinja expressions
and no longer resolves certain relative include paths the way Ansible 2.18 did.

Key changes:
- Replaced legacy once_finalize.yml and once_flag.yml with the new structure
  under tasks/utils/once/finalize.yml and tasks/utils/once/flag.yml.
- Updated all include_tasks statements to use 'path_join' with playbook_dir,
  ensuring deterministic and absolute file resolution across roles.
- Fixed all network helper includes by converting direct relative paths such as
  'roles/docker-compose/tasks/utils/network.yml' to proper Jinja-evaluated paths.
- Normalized MATOMO_* variable names for consistency with the updated variable
  scope behavior in Ansible 2.20.
- Removed deprecated patterns that were implicitly supported in Ansible 2.18
  but break under the more strict variable and path resolution model in 2.20.

These changes are part of the full migration step required to ensure the
infinito-nexus roles remain stable, deterministic, and forward-compatible with
Ansible 2.20.

Details of the discussion and reasoning can be found in this conversation:
https://chatgpt.com/share/69300a8d-24d4-800f-bec0-e895a695618a
2025-12-03 11:02:34 +01:00
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Nginx File Server

🔥 Description

The Nginx File Server role sets up a simple and secure static file server using Nginx. It provides an easy way to serve files over HTTPS, including directory listing, .well-known support, and automatic SSL/TLS certificate integration via Let's Encrypt.

📖 Overview

Optimized for Archlinux, this role configures Nginx to act as a lightweight and efficient file server. It ensures that files are served securely, with optional directory browsing enabled, and proper MIME type handling for standard web clients.

Key Features

  • HTTPS Secured File Hosting: Automatically retrieves SSL/TLS certificates using Let's Encrypt.
  • Autoindex Directory Listing: Displays files and folders in a clean and human-readable format.
  • .well-known Support: Fully supports ACME and other .well-known path requirements.
  • Customizable File Path: Easily adjust the root directory for your files through Ansible variables.
  • Local Time Display: Enhances directory listings by showing local timestamps.

🎯 Purpose

The Nginx File Server role is ideal for hosting static files, sharing resources internally or externally, and serving ACME challenges for certificate issuance. It offers a reliable and minimalistic alternative to more complex file-sharing solutions.

🚀 Features

  • Automatic SSL/TLS Certificate Management: Integrates with Let's Encrypt for secure access.
  • Simple Configuration: Minimal setup with clear, maintainable templates.
  • Directory Listings: Enables browsing through served files with human-readable file sizes and timestamps.
  • Static Content Hosting: Serve any type of static files (documents, software, media, etc.).
  • Well-Known Folder Support: Allows serving validation files and other standardized resources easily.

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