Packer is a tool for creating identical machine images for multiple platforms from a single source configuration.
Predictable plugin loading in Packer 1.11
To boost stability, Packer 1.11 introduces a predictable plugin loading approach, loading only binaries from its plugin directory with accompanying SHA256SUM files.
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HCP Packer adds bucket-level RBAC
You can now manage access at the bucket level in HCP Packer.
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Manage your infrastructure lifecycle with new Terraform, Packer, Waypoint, and Nomad features
New Infrastructure Lifecycle Management (ILM) offerings from HashiCorp Terraform, Packer, Nomad, and Waypoint help organizations build, deploy, and manage infrastructure.
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Standardize your cloud approach with Infrastructure Lifecycle Management
Build, deploy, and manage all of your infrastructure with a single workflow with Infrastructure Lifecycle Management solutions from HashiCorp.
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A golden path to secure cloud provisioning with The Infrastructure Cloud
Golden patterns for infrastructure and security automation workflows lie at the core of The Infrastructure Cloud. Here’s how to implement them using HashiCorp Cloud Platform services.
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HCP Packer improves metadata visibility for artifact creation
You can now see the Packer Community Edition version and plugin versions associated with each artifact in HCP Packer.
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Introducing The Infrastructure Cloud
Do cloud right with The Infrastructure Cloud from HashiCorp. Unlock developer potential while controlling cloud costs and risk.