Getting Started

This repository is a collection of self-contained automation examples. Each project has its own dependencies, configuration, and README with step-by-step instructions.

Quick Start

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/cdot65/paloaltonetworks-automation-examples.git
   cd paloaltonetworks-automation-examples
   

2. Pick a project by browsing the technology sections (Ansible, Python, Terraform, Go, Jenkins).

3. Navigate to the project directory and follow its README.

Common Prerequisites

Most projects require one or more of the following:

Requirement	Used By
Python 3.11+	Python projects, Ansible
Go 1.18+	Go CLI tools
Terraform >= 1.5	Terraform modules
Docker	Ansible EEs, Jenkins agents
PAN-OS firewall or Panorama	Most projects
API key or admin credentials	All device-targeting projects

Configuration Pattern

Every project that connects to a device or API follows the same pattern:

1. Copy the example config file (.env.example, terraform.tfvars.example, group_vars/ templates)
2. Fill in your credentials and device details
3. Run the tool

Credentials

Never commit real credentials. All .env, terraform.tfvars, and .secrets.yaml files are excluded by the root .gitignore.