How do I structure modules for Layer caching in Salt?

Layer caching is an essential technique in DevOps for optimizing build times and resource utilization. In SaltStack, you can structure your modules to take advantage of layer caching effectively. This allows for reusable components and improved performance across your infrastructure.

Here’s how to structure your Salt modules for layer caching:

# Example Structure for Salt Modules /srv/salt/ ├── base.sls ├── common.sls ├── webserver/ │ ├── init.sls │ ├── config.sls │ └── package.sls └── database/ ├── init.sls ├── schema.sls └── backup.sls

This folder structure helps to organize your Salt states based on functionality. Each service can have its module directory, making it easy to cache relevant layers.


Keywords: SaltStack Layer Caching DevOps Module Structure Infrastructure Optimization