Source – techtarget.com The best way to learn a new configuration management tool is to explore the command-line interface. Try these Salt commands to develop hands-on skills with the tool. This tutorial on Salt commands covers ad hoc tasks, how to write custom grains and a method to install and remove software. Before following along, ensure that Salt is installed and you have a basic understanding of how the tool works, including minions, pillars and grains. The examples use the server names walkerrowe.copahost.com and eurovps.