WHAT IS DEVOPS?

DevOps is a set of practices that combines software development and IT operations. It aims to shorten the systems development life cycle and provide continuous delivery with high software quality.

WHO IS A DEVOPS ENGINEER?

A DevOps engineer introduces processes, tools, and methodologies to balance needs throughout the software development life cycle, from coding and deployment, to maintenance and updates.

Maybe you want to shift your career to DevOps, or train yourself to drive adoption within your company. But how do you become a DevOps engineer?

What is Github?

While a technical tool, GitHub has almost become a household name, whether you code or not. It has also enabled some of the most advanced technological advances in cyberspace. And what's most intriguing is it is fully accessible to anyone, anywhere. If you're still unfamiliar with the platform, however, this guide should break down everything you need to know to understand GitHub and what it can do.

What is Git?

So, what is Git in a nutshell? This is an important section to absorb, because if you understand what Git is and the fundamentals of how it works, then using Git effectively will probably be much easier for you. As you learn Git, try to clear your mind of the things you may know about other VCSs, such as CVS, Subversion or Perforce — doing so will help you avoid subtle confusion when using the tool. Even though Git’s user interface is fairly similar to these other VCSs, Git stores and thinks about information in a very different way, and understanding these differences will help you avoid becoming confused while using it.