Q&A
Having questions or doubts about DevOps is totally reasonable and normal. Here are some frequently asked questions about DevOps:
Do I need to know programming to learn DevOps?
Yes, you need to know programming to learn DevOps. DevOps is a combination of software development (Dev) and information technology operations (Ops). You need to know programming to automate the process of software delivery and infrastructure changes.
What are the prerequisites to learn DevOps?
It's good to have knowledge of one programming language, databases, operating systems, Linux commands, and networking concepts. You can learn some of these concepts while learning DevOps, but it's good to have a basic understanding of them.
Do I need to know Linux to learn DevOps?
Yes, you need to know Linux to learn DevOps. Linux is the most popular operating system used in the DevOps world. You need to know Linux commands and bash scripting. In most places, you will be writing Linux commands only.
Do I need to learn all the tools in DevOps?
No, you don't need to learn all the tools in DevOps. You can learn the tools based on the requirements of the project and the team. It's good to have knowledge of multiple tools, but you can start with one tool and then learn others.
Where should I start in DevOps?
You can start learning DevOps by understanding the basics of DevOps, the DevOps lifecycle, networking concepts, Linux commands, and Git. Then, start learning the tools in DevOps. You can start with one tool and then learn others. I recommend starting with Docker and then choosing tools based on the requirements of your project and team.
Is DevOps hard to learn?
No, DevOps is not hard to learn. Yes, it's a vast field with many tools available, but you can start by understanding the basics of DevOps, the DevOps lifecycle, networking concepts, Linux commands, and Git. Then, start learning the tools in DevOps. You can start with one tool and then learn others.
Can a beginner learn DevOps?
Yes, a beginner can learn DevOps. Start by learning the basics and core concepts, and then move on to learning the tools in DevOps. When you have a clear understanding of the core concepts, you can learn any tool in DevOps. This approach applies to any field, not just DevOps.
How much time does it take to learn DevOps?
There is no fixed time to learn DevOps. It depends on your current knowledge, how much time you are spending on learning, how you are learning, and how you are practicing. While you should keep progressing and learning new things, there is no fixed time to learn DevOps. I recommend devoting as much time as you can to the tools you are learning and practicing.
Do I need to know cloud to learn DevOps?
Yes, you need to know about the cloud to learn DevOps. Cloud is an essential part of DevOps. You need to know how to deploy your applications on the cloud, manage your infrastructure on the cloud, and monitor your applications on the cloud. It's not a prerequisite, and you can learn about the cloud while learning DevOps.
What resources are available to learn DevOps?
Under each tool section in the sidebar, you will find a page called "Learning Resources." You can find various resources like books, courses, tutorials, and documentation to learn that tool. These are resources I have used to learn that tool, so they are tried and tested. Almost all of them are free resources. If you find some good resources, feel free to raise an issue for that tool so others can also benefit from them.
What communities can I be part of while learning DevOps?
Here are some communities you can join while learning DevOps: