DevOps Administration & Automation

Description

This comprehensive course on DevOps Administration & Automation is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in modern software development and IT operations environments. DevOps has become a crucial approach to foster collaboration, streamline processes, and automate workflows, leading to faster and more reliable software delivery.

Throughout this course, participants will delve into the core principles, tools, and methodologies of DevOps, gaining hands-on experience with various automation techniques and technologies. From version control and continuous integration to containerization and deployment automation, students will master the practices that bridge the gap between development and operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Course Outline

Introduction to DevOps

• Understanding the DevOps philosophy and principles
• The role of DevOps in software development lifecycle
• Benefits and challenges of implementing DevOps in organizations

Version Control with Git

• Fundamentals of version control and Git
• Creating and managing repositories
• Collaborative development with branches and pull requests

Continuous Integration (CI)

• Automating builds and tests with CI tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Integrating automated testing and code quality checks
• Configuring CI pipelines for efficient software delivery

Configuration Management

• Introduction to configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and best practices
• Automating server provisioning and configuration

Containerization with Docker

• Understanding containerization and Docker concepts
• Creating and managing containers for applications
• Deploying applications with Docker Compose and Kubernetes

6. Continuous Deployment (CD)

• Strategies for automating application deployment
• Blue/Green deployment and rolling updates
• Implementing CD pipelines for smooth releases

7. Monitoring and Logging

• Monitoring application performance and infrastructure health
• Centralized logging with tools like ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
• Utilizing metrics for continuous improvement

8. Security and Compliance

• Integrating security practices into the DevOps process
• Ensuring compliance and auditability
• DevSecOps: Securing the entire development lifecycle

Course Benefits

1. Enhanced Collaboration: Students will learn how to foster collaboration and communication between development and operations teams, breaking down silos and improving overall efficiency.

2. Streamlined Processes: By automating repetitive tasks and workflows, participants will optimize the software development lifecycle, reducing manual errors and accelerating time-to-market.

3. Career Advancement: Acquiring DevOps skills is highly valuable in today’s job market, providing students with a competitive edge and broader career opportunities.

4. Increased Productivity: Graduates of this course will be equipped to implement automation and efficient practices, boosting productivity for themselves and their teams.

5. Reliable Software Delivery: With a strong foundation in DevOps practices, students will be better equipped to deliver high-quality software with fewer defects and faster deployment cycles.

Join us on this journey to become proficient DevOps Administrators & Automation experts, and unlock the full potential of your software development and IT operations endeavors.