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.
DevOps Prerequisite Course
DevOps Prerequisite Course
This course is part of DevOps Mastery Specialization
Instructor: Mumshad Mannambeth
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Approx. 14 hours
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There are 4 modules in this course
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.
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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.
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5 videos4 readings1 assignment
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.
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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).
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Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025
Easy to understand and a good introduction to the topic.
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very practical, covers just enough to know what is going on
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Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025
nice introduction. good labs, but apparently for me it was very easy :D
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