Sys-service Role

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• author: Kevin Veen-Birkenbach

• description: Role to manage systemd service units, including cleanup, deployment, and runtime configuration.

• license: Infinito.Nexus NonCommercial License

• license_url: https://s.infinito.nexus/license

• company: Kevin Veen-Birkenbach

Consulting & Coaching Solutions https://www.veen.world

• min_ansible_version: 2.9

• platforms: [{‘name’: ‘Linux’, ‘versions’: [‘all’]}]

• galaxy_tags: [‘systemd’, ‘services’, ‘automation’, ‘infinito’]

• repository: https://s.infinito.nexus/code

• issue_tracker_url: https://s.infinito.nexus/issues

• documentation: https://www.freedesktop.org/software/systemd/man/systemd.service.html

README

sys-service

Description

Role to manage systemd service units for Infinito.Nexus software stacks.

It installs or removes unit files, configures runtime behavior, and ensures services are properly deployed.

Overview

• Resets service units by removing old or obsolete definitions.

• Deploys new service unit files and service scripts.

• Optionally sets up timers linked to the services.

• Ensures correct reload/restart behavior across the stack.

Features

• Unit Cleanup: Automated removal of old service units.

• Custom Templates: Supports both systemctl.service.j2 and systemctl@.service.j2.

• Timers: Integrates with sys-timer for scheduled execution.

• Runtime Limits: Configurable RuntimeMaxSec per service.

• Handlers: Automatic reload/restart of services when definitions change.

Further Resources

• systemd - Service Units

• systemd - Timer Units

• systemctl