DevOps Prerequisite Course

This course is part of DevOps Mastery Specialization

Instructor: Mumshad Mannambeth

Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

4.6

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

14 hours to complete

3 weeks at 4 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

4.6

(37 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

14 hours to complete

3 weeks at 4 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Assessments

2 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

Those new to the Cloud and DevOps world often find it difficult to start their journey due to missing basic prerequisites. For example, issues with setting up a basic lab environment using VirtualBox, networking issues, or working with the Linux CLI or text editors like vi editor. Sometimes, it's issues with applications – like getting a sample application to work, getting the dependencies to install properly, or getting a webserver to communicate with a database server. Or at other times, it's working with data formats like JSON or YAML.

So we have identified a gap, and we believe that this is because some of the basic prerequisites are missing, such as knowing the basics of Linux, the basics of tools like VirtualBox, the basics of the most commonly used applications like Java, Python, NodeJS, or web servers like Apache, NGINX, etc. As a DevOps or Cloud Engineer it is important to have these basics cleared. And that’s why we built this course to bridge that gap. With this course, anyone can kick start their DevOps or Cloud Journey. This is the course you must take before you start with any of the DevOps or Cloud courses out there. This course helps you get your basics right so the rest of the journey is smooth. What are the prerequisites to attend this course? - There are no pre-requisites for this pre-requisites course - Good to have (Not Mandatory) a laptop to practice by yourself

The "Introduction" module serves as an orientation to the "DevOps Prerequisite" course, providing participants with an overview of its objectives and content. Participants gain insights into the fundamentals of DevOps and the importance of prerequisite knowledge in preparing for DevOps practices. Additionally, participants are introduced to DevOps tools through a storytelling approach, setting the stage for subsequent modules.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 discussion prompt

The "Linux Basics" module provides participants with foundational knowledge and skills in Linux system administration. Participants learn essential Linux commands and gain proficiency in using the VI Editor through hands-on labs. Additionally, they explore package management principles and techniques for installing and managing software packages. The module also covers managing system services in a Linux environment, enabling participants to configure and manage services effectively.

What's included

5 videos4 readings1 assignment

5 videosTotal 36 minutes

Working your way through the CLI12 minutesPreview module
Mastering the VI Editor3 minutes
More Linux Commands4 minutes
Understanding Package Management in Linux6 minutes
Managing System Services in Linux9 minutes

4 readingsTotal 240 minutes

Hands-on Lab: Navigating the Linux Command Line Interface60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Linux Commands60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Package Management60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Services60 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Graded Assessment: Linux Basics30 minutes

The "Networking Basics" module introduces participants to essential networking concepts and practices. Participants learn fundamental networking principles and gain hands-on experience in configuring and troubleshooting network switches and routers through practical labs. Additionally, participants explore the Domain Name System (DNS) and learn how DNS facilitates the translation of domain names to IP addresses.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

The "Applications Basics" module provides participants with an introduction to popular programming languages—Java, Node.js, and Python—and their essential concepts. Through theoretical explanations and hands-on labs, participants gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in building and packaging applications in each language. Additionally, participants learn how to manage dependencies using language-specific package managers—Java JARs, Node Package Manager (NPM), and Python Package Index (PIP).