Ceph Cookbook

This guide provides over 100 recipes for designing and managing a scalable Ceph storage system, suitable for engineers and administrators eager to learn.

In Ceph Cookbook, readers are introduced to over 100 effective recipes designed to help them design, implement, and manage the software-defined and massively scalable Ceph storage system. This comprehensive guide provides insights into best practices, enabling users to successfully implement a Ceph cluster. It emphasizes the importance of harnessing the abilities of experienced storage administrators and architects to run a robust software-defined storage system.

Targeted towards storage and cloud system engineers, system administrators, and technical architects, Ceph Cookbook is perfect for those looking to build software-defined storage solutions for cloud and virtual infrastructure. With basic knowledge of GNU/Linux and storage systems, readers can dive into the world of Ceph, gaining the skills necessary to install, configure, and manage this powerful storage system effectively.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including performance tuning, integration with OpenStack components, and advanced features such as erasure coding and CRUSH maps. Each chapter offers hands-on tutorials, making complex scenarios accessible and understandable. By the end of Ceph Cookbook, readers will be well-equipped to build and manage a production-grade Ceph storage cluster, ensuring they can operate it efficiently in real-world environments.