What is the difference between Chef and Puppet in DevOps?

Chef and Puppet are both configuration management tools, but they work differently. Chef uses a step-by-step (procedural) approach with a Ruby-style language, offering more flexibility and room for custom setups. Puppet uses a state-based (declarative) approach where you state the end result you want, which is usually easier for system admins. Chef is better for complex needs, while Puppet is simpler and easier for basic or beginner use.