adding packer code for ubuntu 24.04

[ajcborges]

Pull Request Description:

Deploy Ubuntu 24.04 Using Updated Proxmox Plugin in Packer

Summary

This PR introduces new code to deploy Ubuntu 24.04 using Packer, leveraging the updated Proxmox plugin from HashiCorp.

Changes

1. New Packer Template Creation

   • Added a new Packer template (ubuntu-server-noble.pkr.hcl) configured for Ubuntu 24.04.
   • Utilized the updated Proxmox plugin to enhance compatibility and performance.

2. Configuration Files

   • Updated the configuration files to reflect the new Ubuntu 24.04 deployment setup.
   • Ensured compatibility with Proxmox settings and best practices.

Testing

• Verified the Packer build process by deploying Ubuntu 24.04 in a Proxmox 8..2.2.
• Conducted tests to ensure the resulting VM is properly configured, network accessible, and stable.
• Ensured provisioning execute correctly and install all required packages without errors.

Notes

• The updated Proxmox plugin from HashiCorp Packer offers improved stability and performance, which should streamline the VM deployment process.
• Please review the new configuration files to ensure they meet the project's coding standards and best practices.

References

• HashiCorp Packer Documentation
• Proxmox Plugin Updates

Checklist

• Code compiles and passes linting checks.
• Tested in a Proxmox environment.
• Documentation updated to reflect changes.
• Review and approval from team members.

Please review the changes and provide feedback. Thank you!

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[cschug]

@ChristianLempa Can you review this please? I'm not really qualified to do so as I'm no user of Packer.