DevOps Prerequisite Course

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DevOps Prerequisite Course

This course is part of DevOps Mastery Specialization

Instructor: Mumshad Mannambeth

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

112 reviews

Beginner level

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Taught in English

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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

In this module, participants gain insights into the fundamentals of DevOps and the importance of prerequisite knowledge in preparing for DevOps practices. Next, DevOps tools are introduced through a storytelling approach, setting the stage for subsequent modules. The module then focuses on 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

7 videos6 readings1 assignment

7 videos Total 59 minutes

Introduction 6 minutes
Understanding DevOps Tools and How it works 17 minutes
Working your way through the CLI 12 minutes
Mastering the VI Editor 4 minutes
More Linux Commands 5 minutes
Understanding Package Management in Linux 6 minutes
Managing System Services in Linux 10 minutes

6 readings Total 260 minutes

About the Course and Engage with the Community 10 minutes
Course Resource 10 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Working your way through the CLI 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Linux Commands 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Package Management 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Services 60 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Graded Assessment: Linux Basics 30 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).

What's included

7 videos7 readings

7 videos Total 50 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Java - Introduction 5 minutes
Java - Build & Packaging 11 minutes
NodeJS - Introduction 4 minutes
Node JS - NPM 6 minutes
Python - Introduction 4 minutes
Python - PIP 9 minutes

7 readings Total 320 minutes

Hands-on Lab: Java Introduction 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Java - JARs 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Java - Build & Packaging 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: NodeJS - Introduction 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Node JS - NPM 10 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Python - Introduction 60 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Python - PIP 10 minutes

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Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

nice introduction. good labs, but apparently for me it was very easy :D

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

The way of explaning is very good. its slow and sturdy to understand well . Thanks for the course

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Easy to understand and a good introduction to the topic.

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