DevOps Boot Camp

Description

This intensive online DevOps Boot Camp is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required to excel in modern DevOps environments. Through a combination of expert-led instruction, hands-on projects, and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to hit the ground running in your DevOps career.

We meet up once a week to reinforce key concepts, review your progress on hands-on projects, and provide personalized guidance. This collaborative environment allows you to learn from both instructors and peers, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.

Curriculum Outline:

The Basics: Foundational Linux and Windows

• Linux Fundamentals: Basic commands, navigation, file management, user and permissions management, package management.
• Windows Fundamentals: Basic commands, navigation, file management, user and permissions management, PowerShell basics

Module 1: Introduction to DevOps

• Understanding the DevOps culture and principles
• Key DevOps tools and technologies overview
• The DevOps lifecycle and its benefits
• Version control systems (Git) fundamentals

Module 2: Cloud Computing Fundamentals

• Introduction to cloud computing and its advantages
• Major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) overview
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Cloud security best practices

Module 3: Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

• CI/CD pipeline concepts and benefits
• Setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools
• Automating build, test, and deployment processes
• Best practices for CI/CD implementation

Module 4: Containerization and Orchestration

• Containerization with Docker: building, managing, and deploying containers
• Container orchestration with Kubernetes: cluster management, deployment strategies
• Container networking and storage
• Monitoring and logging in containerized environments

Module 5: Monitoring and Observability

• Monitoring tools and techniques for infrastructure and applications
• Log aggregation and analysis with ELK stack or similar tools
• Metrics collection and visualization with Prometheus and Grafana
• Implementing alerting and incident response strategies

Module 6: DevOps Security and Best Practices

• Security in the DevOps lifecycle (DevSecOps)
• Common security vulnerabilities and threats
• Security automation and testing tools
• Compliance and regulatory considerations

Module 7: Real-World DevOps Projects

• Hands-on projects simulating real-world DevOps scenarios
• Building and deploying applications with CI/CD pipelines
• Implementing infrastructure as code and configuration management
• Monitoring and troubleshooting complex systems

Module 8: Career Preparation and Next Steps

• Resume building and interview preparation for DevOps roles
• Exploring career paths and specialization options
• Continuous learning and professional development resources

Weekly Meetups:

• Live Q&A sessions with instructors
• Project reviews and feedback
• Group discussions and problem-solving
• Career guidance and mentorship