Kevin Veen-Birkenbach
b90a2f6c87
Use `systemd-escape --unescape` to restore human-readable unit identifiers in Telegram and Email alerts. Also ensure Telegram messages are URL-encoded and Email status checks try both raw and escaped forms for robustness. Fixes issue where slashes were shown as dashes in notifications. Context: see ChatGPT conversation https://chatgpt.com/share/68a4c171-db08-800f-8399-7e07f237a441
Automated Email Alerts for Service Failures
Description
This role installs and configures the necessary components for sending email notifications via systemd when a service fails. It sets up the {{ system_service_id }} service and configures email parameters and templates using msmtp.
Overview
Optimized for secure and reliable service failure notifications, this role is an integral part of the overall sys-ctl-alm-compose suite. It ensures that, upon failure of a critical service, an email alert is sent automatically to enable prompt troubleshooting.
Purpose
The primary purpose of this role is to provide a comprehensive solution for automated email notifications in a systemd environment. By integrating with msmtp and customizable templates, it delivers clear and timely alerts about service failures, thereby enhancing system reliability.
Features
- Service Installation & Configuration: Installs msmtp and configures the email sending service.
- Customizable Templates: Supports tailoring email templates for service failure notifications.
- Secure Notifications: Integrates with systemd to trigger email alerts when services fail.
- Suite Integration: Part of the
sys-ctl-alm-composesuite, offering a unified approach to service failure notifications.
Other Resources
This role was created as part of a conversation with OpenAI's ChatGPT and can be found here.