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Introduction to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (LFS162)

A free overview of DevOps and SRE practices: cloud, containers, infrastructure as code, CI/CD and observability.

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About this course

This Linux Foundation course gives a broad map of modern DevOps and site reliability engineering. It moves through cloud and container basics, infrastructure as code and CI/CD pipelines, then closes with observability and the core ideas of SRE. It is a good orientation before deeper tool-specific courses.

Best for: IT staff and developers who want an overview of DevOps tooling and culture.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain DevOps and SRE goals and how they differ
  • Describe the role of containers and cloud platforms
  • Understand infrastructure as code and CI/CD concepts
  • Describe observability and reliability practices

Syllabus and your progress

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Quick answers

Is Introduction to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (LFS162) really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Linux Foundation Training & Certification. Free course from the Linux Foundation; completion includes a free digital badge.
How long does Introduction to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (LFS162) take?
Plan for about 11 hrs in total (Provider estimate: 10-12 hours of course material). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before Introduction to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (LFS162)?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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