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The DevOps Career Handbook
The DevOps Career Handbook

The DevOps Career Handbook: The ultimate guide to pursuing a successful career in DevOps

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The DevOps Career Handbook

Chapter 1: Career Paths

A DevOps career path is never linear, does not have a single point of entry, and can diverge at any moment. DevOps careers are rooted in Lean, Agile, and Extreme Programming (XP), making it as much a culture fit between a candidate and employer as a technical fit. In this chapter, you will get a history lesson on DevOps that will aid in discussions with recruiters and hiring teams in the future. You will also be introduced to different skill profiles, which will help in determining the direction you take your career.

The following topics will be covered in this chapter:

  • Why you should pursue a career in DevOps
  • Overview of DevOps history
  • DevOps culture
  • DevOps career paths

Reading 200+ pages on a career you are not sure you want to pursue seems silly; time is a resource that is in short supply. In this section, we will cover why you should pursue a career in DevOps; specifically, why you should choose DevOps over other IT-related careers.

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Key benefits

  • Navigate the many career opportunities in the field of DevOps
  • Discover proven tips and tricks from industry experts for every step of the DevOps interview
  • Save both time and money by avoiding common mistakes in your interviews

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DevOps is a set of practices that make up a culture, and practicing DevOps methods can make developers more productive and easier to work with. The DevOps Career Handbook is filled with hundreds of tips and tricks from experts regarding every step of the interview process, helping you save time and money by steering clear of avoidable mistakes. You’ll learn about the various career paths available in the field of DevOps, before acquiring the essential skills needed to begin working as a DevOps professional. If you are already a DevOps engineer, this book will help you to gain advanced skills to become a DevOps specialist. After getting to grips with the basics, you'll discover tips and tricks for preparing your resume and online profiles and find out how to build long-lasting relationships with the recruiters. Finally, you'll read through interviews which will give you an insight into a career in DevOps from the viewpoint of individuals at different career levels. By the end of this DevOps book, you’ll gain a solid understanding of what DevOps is, the various DevOps career paths, and how to prepare for your interview.

Who is this book for?

This book is for DevOps professionals looking to take the next step in their career, engineers looking to make a career switch, technology managers who want to understand the complete picture of the DevOps landscape, and anyone interested in incorporating DevOps into their tech journey.

What you will learn

  • Understand various roles and career paths for DevOps practitioners
  • Discover proven techniques to stand out in the application process
  • Prepare for the many stages of your interview, from the phone screen to taking the technical challenge and then the onsite interview
  • Network effectively to help your career move in the right direction
  • Tailor your resume to specific DevOps roles
  • Discover how to negotiate after you ve been extended an offer

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Table of Contents

16 Chapters
Section 1: A Career in DevOps Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: Career Paths Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Essential Skills for a DevOps Practitioner Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: Specialized Skills for Advanced DevOps Practitioners Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 2: The Application Process Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Rebranding Yourself Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Building Your Network Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: Mentorship Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Working with Recruiters Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 3: Interview Process Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: Preparing for Your Interview Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Interviews Step by Step Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 4: Tips, Tricks, and Interviews Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: DevOps Career: Tips and Tricks Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Interviews with DevOps Practitioners Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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buyer13 Aug 21, 2022
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I was curious to read about DevOps from the Career perspective. Usually when we talk about DevOps, we mean practices and toolsets. This book does provides learning entrypoints into DevOps tooling, covers essential history of practice and philosophy. However, the core of the book, is that holistic approach to the DevOps as a career from building network, to communicating with recruiters and interview process. It definitely helped me to develop more advanced strategy to get on the next step in the DevOps ladder.
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Alex Aug 17, 2022
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I've been thinking about a career switch for a long time, but the whole IT industry has seemed so daunting to try and pick a sector. John's book does a great job at covering all the different potential roles that I can pursue rather than what I mostly see which is just advice on how to get started. I recommend this book for anyone that's new to the industry or looking to make a switch as it can really give you an idea for the type of role that might fit your interests.
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Dan2624 Jul 10, 2024
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This book is your complete DevOps guide, whether you're a rookie or a veteran. It covers everything from entry-level basics to advanced career strategies. If you're curious about DevOps or aiming to level up, this resource is your ticket to mastering this thriving field. I highly recommend it!
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Emir Jul 08, 2024
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Very useful!! It breaks down the DevOps career paths and gives super helpful tips for each stage of the interview process. The expert advice and real world insights made it easy to understand and apply.Whether you're new to DevOps or looking to advance your career, this book is a good resource. Highly recommend!!
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Jack Raifer Aug 12, 2022
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DevOps has been a hot career for the past few years, and although it does not get as much attention as others in tech, it is still growing and offers endless opportunities for growth. This book will tell you all you need to know about a DevOps career and help you get started from day one. And if you are already in DevOps, it will guide you to growing in your role.
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