DevOps Roadmap:
This roadmap outlines key areas to focus on:
● 1. Foundational Skills:
○ Operating Systems:
■ Linux fundamentals (command line, file system, permissions).
■ Basic understanding of Windows Server.
○ Networking:
■ TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS.
■ Basic networking concepts.
○ Scripting:
■ Bash scripting (essential for Linux automation).
■ Python (highly valuable for automation and scripting).
● 2. Version Control:
○ Git:
■ Understanding Git concepts (repositories, branches, commits,
merging).
■ Using platforms like GitHub or GitLab.
● 3. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
○ Terraform:
■ Automating infrastructure provisioning.
○ Ansible:
■ Configuration management and automation.
● 4. Containerization:
○ Docker:
■ Creating and managing containers.
○ Kubernetes:
■ Container orchestration.
● 5. Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
○ Jenkins:
■ Automating build, test, and deployment pipelines.
○ GitLab CI/CD:
■ Another very popular CI/CD tool.
● 6. Cloud Platforms:
○ AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP):
■ Understanding cloud services (compute, storage, networking).
■ Focus on one cloud platform initially.
● 7. Monitoring and Logging:
○ Prometheus and Grafana:
■ Monitoring system performance.
○ ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana):
■ Log management and analysis.
Phase 1: Foundations (1-2 Months)
● Goal: Establish a solid understanding of Linux, networking, and scripting.
● Resources:
○ Linux Fundamentals:
■ "Linux for Beginners" courses on Udemy or Coursera.
■ "The Linux Command Line" book (free online resource).
■ Practice regularly using a virtual machine (VirtualBox or VMware).
○ Networking Basics:
■ "Computer Networking: Top-Down Approach" (textbook, if you prefer).
■ Online tutorials on TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP/HTTPS.
■ Try setting up a simple network in a virtual environment.
○ Bash Scripting:
■ "Bash Scripting Tutorial" on YouTube or online tutorials.
■ Practice writing scripts to automate simple tasks.
○ Python Basics:
■ "Python Crash Course" (book) or online Python tutorials (e.g.,
Codecademy, freeCodeCamp).
■ Practice writing basic python scripts.
● Practical Steps:
○ Set up a Linux virtual machine.
○ Practice Linux commands daily.
○ Write Bash scripts to automate tasks.
○ Write python scripts to automate tasks.
Phase 2: Version Control and Infrastructure as Code (1-2 Months)
● Goal: Master Git, Terraform, and Ansible.
● Resources:
○ Git:
■ "Pro Git" (free online book).
■ GitHub or GitLab tutorials.
■ Practice using Git for personal projects.
○ Terraform:
■ HashiCorp Learn tutorials.
■ Online Terraform courses (e.g., Udemy, A Cloud Guru).
■ Practice creating infrastructure on a cloud provider’s free tier.
○ Ansible:
■ Ansible documentation.
■ Online Ansible courses.
■ Practice writing playbooks to automate configuration management.
● Practical Steps:
○ Create a GitHub/GitLab account and practice using Git.
○ Set up a free tier account on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
○ Use Terraform to provision infrastructure.
○ Use Ansible to configure servers.
Phase 3: Containerization and CI/CD (2-3 Months)
● Goal: Learn Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools.
● Resources:
○ Docker:
■ Docker documentation.
■ Online Docker courses.
■ Practice creating Docker images and containers.
○ Kubernetes:
■ Kubernetes documentation.
■ KodeKloud or A Cloud Guru Kubernetes courses.
■ Minikube or Kind for local Kubernetes setup.
○ Jenkins/GitLab CI/CD:
■ Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD documentation.
■ Online CI/CD tutorials.
■ Practice setting up CI/CD pipelines for your projects.
● Practical Steps:
○ Create Docker images for your applications.
○ Deploy applications on Kubernetes.
○ Set up CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.
○ Join online communities focused on Kubernetes and Docker.
Phase 4: Cloud and Monitoring (1-2 Months)
● Goal: Deepen cloud knowledge and learn monitoring/logging tools.
● Resources:
○ Cloud Platform (AWS, Azure, GCP):
■ Cloud provider's documentation.
■ Cloud provider's training and certifications.
■ Practice using cloud services relevant to DevOps.
○ Monitoring and Logging:
■ Prometheus and Grafana documentation.
■ ELK stack documentation.
■ Practice setting up monitoring and logging for your applications.
● Practical Steps:
○ Obtain a cloud certification (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner).
○ Set up Prometheus and Grafana for monitoring.
○ Set up an ELK stack for log analysis.
○ Create dashboards and alerts.
Phase 5: Portfolio and Job Search (Ongoing)
● Goal: Build a strong portfolio and prepare for job interviews.
● Resources:
○ GitHub/GitLab for hosting your projects.
○ LinkedIn for networking.
○ Online job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn Jobs).
● Practical Steps:
○ Create a portfolio of your DevOps projects.
○ Contribute to open-source projects.
○ Network with DevOps professionals on LinkedIn.
○ Prepare for common DevOps interview questions.
○ Create a professional resume, and cover letter.
Important Notes:
● Consistency is key: Dedicate regular time to learning and practicing.
● Hands-on experience is crucial: Build projects and experiment with tools.
● Join online communities: Engage with other DevOps learners and professionals.
● Stay up-to-date: DevOps is a rapidly evolving field.
● Document your learning: keep notes of what you learn, and keep your code well
commented.
