chef / chef/chef-web-docs

Improve task flow through https://docs.chef.io/server_security.html#chef-server-credentials-management

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Aspect: Documentation Component: Chef Infra Server Topic: Credentials
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Description

  • Make the docs clearer on where to set the insecure_addon_compat setting
  • Improve task flow for encrypting and managin secrets/passwords

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Research direction

Start with the Chef Server Credentials Management section at the linked documentation URL, focusing on where insecure_addon_compat is configured and the encryption and secrets/password management flow. Done means the setting location is clear and the task sequence for managing secrets and passwords is easier to follow.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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