Automating Image Creation with HashiCorp Packer for DevOps - Installing Packer

The video tutorial introduces HashiCorp Packer, a platform-agnostic tool for creating machine images. It covers Packer's compatibility with various platforms and operating systems, including cloud services and local machines. The tutorial outlines the steps to start using Packer: installing the software, creating templates, and building machine images. It provides guidance on downloading Packer from official sites or using package managers like apt, Yum, homebrew, and Chocolatey. The video also explains manual installation steps, including downloading, unzipping, and configuring the Packer binary.

What are the package managers that can be used to install Packer?

Describe the steps to manually download and install Packer.