DevOps is not just a job title — it's a culture and set of practices that bridge development and operations. This roadmap will guide you through everything you need to know.
Start with Linux basics, shell scripting (Bash), and version control with Git. These are non-negotiable foundations for any DevOps role.
Master Docker and container orchestration with Kubernetes. Docker makes applications portable; Kubernetes makes them scalable.
Learn continuous integration and deployment with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Automate testing and deployment so every commit can go to production safely.
Terraform and Ansible let you manage infrastructure through code. Define servers, networks, and databases in version-controlled files.
Learn Prometheus for metrics collection, Grafana for dashboards, and the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for log management.
Get hands-on with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. Start with core services: EC2/VMs, S3/object storage, and managed databases.
Begin with Docker (2 weeks), then CI/CD (2 weeks), then cloud basics (2 weeks). Practice daily with real projects — build a simple app, containerize it, and deploy it with a CI/CD pipeline.