No, you do not need prior experience with programming languages to take the “DevOps Essentials and Version Control with Git” course. The course focuses on foundational concepts, Linux basics, and Git workflows, making it accessible to learners from both technical and non-technical backgrounds.

This course spans approximately three weeks, with 2-3 hours of learning each week. It includes video content, reading materials, quizzes, and discussion prompts to facilitate active learning and assessment.

Yes, DevOps requires a certain level of technical knowledge. Since DevOps focuses on building and maintaining applications to support business goals, it naturally involves working with code or ensuring that code functions as intended. This leads to a degree of technical involvement, making a foundational understanding of IT concepts and tools important for effective DevOps practices.

The 7 phases of the DevOps lifecycle are:

1. Continuous development.

2. Continuous integration.

3. Continuous testing.

4. Continuous monitoring.

5. Continuous feedback.

6. Continuous deployment.

7. Continuous operations.

Yes, DevOps offers a strong career path with high demand, competitive salaries, and significant growth potential. Its role in connecting development and operations is essential to modern software practices, making it valuable across a wide range of industries.

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