How to start in DevOps and cloud

DevOps connects building software and running it. Linux, scripting, containers and one cloud platform are the usual foundation.

Good for: People with some IT or programming background. Typical time: 200–350 hours in total, depending on where you start.

The usual order of steps

1. 1
   Linux and scripting≈ 40 h

   The command line, files and Bash.
2. 2
   Networking and Git≈ 30 h

   How services talk to each other; version control.
3. 3
   Containers≈ 50 h

   Docker and a first look at Kubernetes.
4. 4
   One cloud platform≈ 50 h

   AWS, Azure or Google Cloud basics.
5. 5
   Automation≈ 50 h

   CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.

Free or paid?

Many good courses for each step are free; paid ones usually add a certificate, feedback from a teacher or a fixed schedule. Check the current price, dates and age limits on the provider’s own site before you pay.

Where to look for courses

Search these platforms for “DevOps and cloud”. Compare ratings, prices and the date of the last update before you choose.

• Coursera
• edX
• Udemy
• Khan Academy
• YouTube

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The hours are rough, typical figures, not promises. Plans are made by AI and may contain mistakes.