Advanced DevOps Tools and Practices

Overview

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This course offers an extensive exploration of advanced DevOps tools and practices, designed for technical professionals aiming to streamline their workflows and improve software quality. You’ll begin with an introduction to SonarQube, learning its installation process and integration with Jenkins. Next, delve into Ansible to master playbooks, roles, and the automation of complex deployments. The course continues with Docker, where you’ll understand containerization, Docker Compose, and Swarm. Progressing further, you’ll explore Kubernetes, starting from basic concepts to complex configurations, including the creation of clusters, managing Kubernetes objects, and utilizing Helm charts. You’ll also learn how to implement CI/CD pipelines, scale applications, and monitor performance using Prometheus and Grafana. Each section is packed with practical demonstrations and real-world scenarios, ensuring you gain the hands-on experience needed to apply these tools effectively in your projects. By the end of this course, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage these advanced tools to enhance your DevOps practices. Whether you’re looking to improve code quality, automate deployments, or scale applications efficiently, this course provides the knowledge and skills to achieve your goals. This course is tailored for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and software developers who are eager to deepen their expertise in advanced DevOps tools and practices. Prerequisites include a basic understanding of DevOps concepts, command-line interface experience, and software development or system administration familiarity.

Syllabus

SonarQube

In this module, we will explore SonarQube, starting with an introductory overview, followed by step-by-step installation processes, including integration with PostgreSQL and Jenkins. You'll also get familiar with the SonarQube Console, setting a solid foundation for continuous code quality management.

Ansible

In this module, we will dive into Ansible, beginning with lab setup and an introduction to key concepts like Adhoc commands, inventory, and configuration. You'll learn to write playbooks, use variables, set up Jenkins, and deploy applications. We also cover advanced topics like Ansible Vault and Galaxy.

Docker

In this module, we will explore Docker from the ground up, covering basic commands and DockerHub, through to advanced topics like Docker networks, volumes, Dockerfile, and orchestration tools like Docker Compose and Swarm. You'll gain comprehensive insights into containerization and its applications.

Kubernetes

In this module, we will delve into Kubernetes, covering installation, configuration, and deployment. You'll learn about Kubernetes objects, services, Helm charts, and storage solutions. Advanced topics include CI/CD pipelines, autoscaling, and monitoring with EFK stack, equipping you with essential skills for managing Kubernetes clusters.

Prometheus

In this module, we will set up Prometheus for effective monitoring of systems and applications. You'll also learn to integrate Grafana for creating insightful dashboards, enabling you to visualize and analyze metrics efficiently.