DevOps

FAQs

• What is DevOps?

  DevOps is an evolution of the agile model of software development and refers to the operation of a team collaborating throughout an entire programming production process (i.e., from the design through the development stages). It addresses the gap between developers and operations. 

• Which are the best foundational courses in DevOps for beginners?

  The best DevOps courses for beginners include:

  • Docker Certified Associate
  • GIT and GitHub  Training
  • CI/CD Pipelines with Jenkins 
  • Ansible 2.0 Training Course

• Which are the best intermediate courses in DevOps?

  The best DevOps courses for intermediate learners include:

  • DevOps Certification Training
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator
  • Docker Certified Associate

• Is there a DevOps course available for advanced learners?

  Yes, advanced learners should take the DevOps Engineer Master’s Program.

• What is the forecast for the DevOps job market?

  “DevOps engineer” appears on the list of the most in-demand technology positions in staffing firm Robert Half’s 2020 Salary Guide. Industries such as finance, manufacturing, retail, and health care are expected to have solid IT hiring, including the role of DevOps engineer.

• What are the top job titles in the field of DevOps?

  Professionals interested in a DevOps career can prepare themselves for the following job roles: 

  • DevOps engineer
  • DevOps architect
  • Release manager
  • Kubernetes administrator
  • Cloud DevOps engineer 
     

• What is the recommended career path for DevOps aspirants?

  Those aspiring to become DevOps engineers should gain expertise in the following areas:

  • Programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python 
  • Linux fundamentals and scripting
  • Source code management tools such as Git, SVN, or TFS
  • Build and integration tools such as Maven, Gradle, or Jenkins
  • Test, deploy, and configuration tools such as Selenium, Ansible, Docker, Puppet, and Chef
  • Monitoring tools such as Nagios or Splunk
  • Cloud service platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud 
     

• What is the average salary of a DevOps professional?

  A DevOps engineer earns an average annual salary of $99,604 in the United States. Those with deep experience have even better salary prospects—up to $146,000. 

• Which industries are most suitable for DevOps professionals?

  DevOps professionals can find great career opportunities in 

  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Ecommerce
  • Banking and finance
  • Inventory management
     

• Which companies are the top employers of DevOps professionals?

  The top employers of DevOps professionals include:

  • McAfee
  • Oracle
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Intel
  • Capgemini