"DevOps Unleashed: Bridging Development and Operations for Continuous Success" is a comprehensive guide that demystifies the rapidly evolving world of DevOps. Written by Aditya Pratap Bhuyan, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in enterprise and cloud applications, this book serves as a practical and insightful resource for professionals at every level. Aditya, with his expertise in Java, Spring, microservices, cloud computing, container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and over 40 industry certifications, guides readers through the key concepts, tools, and strategies necessary for mastering DevOps. The book emphasizes both the technical aspects and the cultural mindset needed to break down silos between development and operations teams. The book covers foundational topics like Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, monitoring, and security. Readers will gain hands-on knowledge about building CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, and implementing monitoring systems. In addition, DevSecOps is explored in detail, highlighting the importance of integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle. For advanced practitioners, the book delves into chaos engineering, site reliability engineering (SRE), and AI-driven automation. Through real-world examples and case studies, Aditya provides actionable insights into the successful implementation and scaling of DevOps practices. Whether you are new to DevOps or looking to deepen your expertise, "DevOps Unleashed" offers a comprehensive roadmap for creating a successful, agile, and resilient DevOps culture.

Unlock the full potential of your team with Git mastery, seamless DevOps workflows, and the power of AI integration Key Features Gain a comprehensive understanding of Git, GitHub, and DevOps with practical implementation tips Embark on a holistic exploration of DevOps workflows, scaling, DevSecOps, and GitHub Copilot Discover the best practices for optimizing processes and team productivity Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionGit and GitHub are absolutely crucial for DevOps, playing a multifaceted role in streamlining the software development lifecycle and enabling smoother collaboration between development and operations teams. DevOps Unleashed with Git and GitHub enables you to harness the power of Git and GitHub to streamline workflows, drive collaboration, and fuel innovation. Authored by an expert from GitHub, the book starts by guiding you through Git fundamentals and delving into DevOps and the developer experience. As you progress, you’ll understand how to leverage GitHub's collaboration and automation features, and even use GitHub Copilot for enhanced productivity. You'll also learn how to bridge the DevOps gap, maintain code quality, and implement robust security measures. Additionally, hands-on exercises will equip you to elevate your developer experience, foster teamwork, and drive innovation at the speed of DevOps. By the end of this DevOps book, you’ll have mastered the Git fundamentals, conquered collaboration challenges, and unleashed the power of GitHub as you transform your DevOps workflows.What you will learn Master the fundamentals of Git and GitHub Unlock DevOps principles that drive automation, continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/ CD), and monitoring Facilitate seamless cross-team collaboration Boost productivity using GitHub Actions Measure and improve development velocity Leverage the GitHub Copilot AI tool to elevate your developer experience Who this book is for If you’re aiming to enhance collaboration, productivity, and DevOps practices to enrich your development experience, this book is for you. Novice DevOps engineers will be able resolve their doubts surrounding Git and GitHub errors, while IT admins and system engineers will be able to effortlessly embrace DevOps principles with pragmatic insights. For infrastructure engineers looking to delve into cloud-based collaboration and optimal management practices, this book provides valuable knowledge to facilitate a seamless transition into the DevOps landscape.

Build a powerful portfolio on GitHub that showcases your most impressive coding projects and technical skills Key Features Explore GitHub's powerful features and make it the central hub for all your coding adventures Learn how to use GitHub Copilot as your coding sidekick, suggesting lines of code to help you write faster and smarter Learn how to optimize and personalize your GitHub profiles for maximum impact from a community leader Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionNavigating the world of collaborative software development can be daunting, especially for young coders just starting their programming journey. This book is designed to take you on a coding adventure, transforming you from a curious beginner into a confident GitHub user. The book builds a solid foundation and explains the Git version control system in depth, helping you understand how to track changes, collaborate effectively, and manage your projects with ease. You'll master repositories, the building blocks of your coding projects, and learn branching strategies to experiment and work seamlessly with others. The chapters will teach you about GitHub Actions, guiding you through workflow syntax, exploring environments and secrets management, and providing hands-on exercises to solidify your understanding. You’ll also discover how to craft a compelling GitHub profile that highlights your achievements and discover the exciting world of open-source projects where you can contribute and give back to the community. To get you started with AI, you’ll also learn how to leverage Copilot and ChatGPT together to write faster, cleaner code. By the end of this book, you’ll be well prepared to contribute to real-world projects on GitHub, equipped with the skills to thrive in the world of collaborative software development.What you will learn Travel back in code history and track different versions of your projects Keep your code blocks neat and tidy within your repository, just like sorting puzzle pieces to create a masterpiece Create branches to experiment with new ideas or features without messing up your main code Use Git to share your suggestions and collaborate with other coders to make your code even more amazing Automate and level up your coding game with GitHub Actions Build your coder reputation by contributing to open source projects Who this book is for This book is for young, tech-curious individuals eager to find out more about the world of software development. If you are a student motivated to learn GitHub to better understand collaborative coding practices, manage projects effectively, and potentially pursue careers or hobbies in the technology field, then this book is for you.

Harness the full power of the Git version control system, gaining insights into Git best practices and strengthening your understanding of its architecture, underlying concepts, and behavior Key Features Set up Git for solo and collaborative development as well as for code, documentation, configuration, or data Leverage the Git version control system to customize and extend existing recipes, and write your own Discover how to efficiently manage large and complex repositories Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionDevelopers often feel overwhelmed by complex version control issues, especially when managing large repositories. This updated second edition of our Git guide empowers you to tackle these challenges head-on and emerge as a Git pro. The book gets you up to speed with the latest Git version, its features, and advanced branching techniques, helping you master complex development scenarios. A new chapter on tackling challenges while managing large repositories has been added, providing invaluable strategies for efficient version control with Git. The book goes beyond the basics to take you through Git’s architecture, behavior, and best practices in depth. The chapters help you develop a clear understanding of customizing workflows, creating unique solutions, and tackling any version control hurdle. As you advance, you’ll explore a wide range of functionalities, from examining project history to collaborating seamlessly with teammates. Detailed descriptions guide you through managing your work, collaborating with others, administering Git, and navigating project history. By the end of this book, you’ll have become a Git pro and be confident enough to handle advanced branching, manage large repositories, customize workflows, collaborate effectively, and troubleshoot any version control issues.What you will learn Explore project history and find revisions using different criteria Manage your working directory and staging area Set up repositories and branches for collaboration Configure and set up support for the chosen workflow Submit your own contributions and integrate contributions made by others Customize Git behavior system-wide, from per-user to per-file basis Perform Git administration to set up and manage repositories Who this book is for This book is for developers looking to elevate their Git skills beyond the basics. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started with version control, this book will help you leverage Git for efficient collaboration, code management, and improved workflows. The book also equips DevOps professionals with the knowledge they need to configure Git for seamless integration within DevOps workflows, enabling smoother collaboration between development and operations teams.

Use GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automating and deploying different steps of your software development lifecycle using best practices and troubleshooting methods. Key Features Reap the power of GitLab CI/CD pipelines at every stage of your software development lifecycle Learn how GitLab makes Git easier to use and more powerful when committing and reviewing code Cement your understanding using hands-on tutorials and extensive self-assessment exercises Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format Book DescriptionDevelopers and release engineers understand the high stakes involved in building, packaging, and deploying code correctly. Ensuring that your code is functionally correct, fast, and secure is a time-consuming and complex task. Code implementation, development, and deployment can be conducted efficiently using GitLab CI/CD pipelines. Automating DevOps with GitLab CI/CD Pipelines begins with the basics of Git and GitLab, showing how to commit and review code. You’ll learn to set up GitLab Runners for executing and autoscaling CI/CD pipelines and creating and configuring pipelines for many software development lifecycle steps. You'll also discover where to find pipeline results in GitLab, and how to interpret those results. Through the course of the book, you’ll become well-equipped with deploying code to different environments, advancing CI/CD pipeline features such as connecting GitLab to a Kubernetes cluster and using GitLab with Terraform, triggering pipelines and improving pipeline performance and using best practices and troubleshooting tips for uncooperative pipelines. In-text examples, use cases, and self-assessments will reinforce the important CI/CD, GitLab, and Git concepts, and help you prepare for interviews and certification exams related to GitLab. By the end of this book, you'll be able to use GitLab to build CI/CD pipelines that automate all the DevOps steps needed to build and deploy high-quality, secure code.What you will learn Gain insights into the essentials of Git, GitLab, and DevOps Understand how to create, view, and run GitLab CI/CD pipelines Explore how to verify, secure, and deploy code with GitLab CI/CD pipelines Configure and use GitLab Runners to execute CI/CD pipelines Explore advanced GitLab CI/CD pipeline features like DAGs and conditional logic Follow best practices and troubleshooting methods of GitLab CI/CD pipelines Implement end-to-end software development lifecycle workflows using examples Who this book is for This book is for DevOps/DevSecOps engineers, application developers, release engineers, quality assurance engineers, security engineers, SREs, and sysadmins looking to implement fast, secure and automated software development lifecycle tasks using continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines in GitLab. Basic knowledge of major stages of the software development life cycle and DevOps processes will be helpful.

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations are increasingly seeking faster, more efficient ways to develop, test, and deploy software. "DevOps Unleashed: Bridging Development and Operations for Continuous Success" is a comprehensive guide that demystifies the world of DevOps and its transformative impact on modern enterprises. Written by Aditya Pratap Bhuyan, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in enterprise and cloud applications, this book is tailored for professionals at all levels, offering both technical insights and a deep understanding of the cultural changes essential for DevOps success. With more than 40 industry certifications and extensive experience in Java, Spring, microservices, cloud computing, and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, Aditya brings a wealth of knowledge to this book. He not only covers the tools and technologies that form the backbone of a successful DevOps strategy but also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and breaking down silos between development and operations teams. "DevOps Unleashed" begins by exploring the origins of DevOps, examining how it evolved from traditional software development practices to a modern, agile framework. Aditya delves into the cultural mindset needed to fully embrace DevOps, illustrating how collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement are as vital as the technical aspects. The book is divided into well-structured chapters that cover key pillars of DevOps, such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, monitoring, and security. Aditya walks readers through setting up CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure with tools like Terraform, and leveraging real-time monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana to ensure system health. The practical hands-on examples, case studies, and real-world scenarios make complex topics accessible for both novices and seasoned practitioners. One of the standout aspects of the book is its focus on DevSecOps—integrating security at every stage of the software development lifecycle. Aditya emphasizes the growing importance of security in DevOps pipelines and provides practical strategies for automating security checks and ensuring compliance. For those looking to go beyond the basics, the book also covers advanced DevOps topics such as chaos engineering, site reliability engineering (SRE), and the role of AI and machine learning in automating DevOps processes. This book is not just about tools or methodologies—it’s about adopting a new mindset. Aditya helps readers understand that DevOps is a journey, one that requires continuous learning, adaptation, and a commitment to innovation. Whether you’re an engineer, a team lead, or an executive looking to implement DevOps at scale, "DevOps Unleashed" offers a roadmap to success. By the end of this book, readers will have gained a holistic understanding of DevOps—both its cultural foundations and technical implementations—and be equipped to build, scale, and optimize DevOps practices in their own organizations.

Understand continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery, and continuous deployment (CD) with Jenkins. These processes allow users as well as administrators to catch problems as soon as they get injected into software systems. This book starts with an introduction to Jenkins and covers its architecture and role in CI/CD. The basics are covered, including installing and configuring Jenkins. Tool configuration and plugins are discussed as well as available security measures such as credentials. You will learn what is meant by Job in Jenkins, its types, sections, and much more. You will look at Java API: projects, jobs, configuration. The concluding chapters take you through creating pipelines, their role in managing web apps, and distributed pipelines. The book also covers unit testing using TestNG as well as end-to-end testing using Selenium Python as a part of building a life cycle and setting up Jenkins on different physical and Docker environments as well as Jenkins integration with cloud environments such as AWS. And you will learn how to create reusable libraries for use in Jenkins Pipeline and control Jenkins servers using Jenkins CLI and REST APIs. The new Jenkins Blue Ocean also is covered. The book helps you understand CI/CD implementation using Jenkins from scratch in your projects and prepare for end-to-end DevOps practices. What You Will Learn Apply Jenkins to create end-to-end pipelines Integrate Jenkins with AWS, Docker, Git, and many more tools Use Selenium automation for end-to-end testing Create distributed pipelines Who Is This Book For Developers and test automation professionals who are involved in creating CI/CD pipelines as well as prospective DevOps aspirants who want to make their way ahead as professionals

Discover DevOps secrets from leading experts. Viktor Farcic interviews DevOps industries voices including Mike Kail, Greg Bledsoe, Jeff Sussna, James Turnbull, Kohsuke Kawaguchi, Liz Keogh, and more. Key FeaturesLeading DevOps experts share their insights into modern DevOps practiceEngage with the real-world challenges of putting DevOps to workStrengthen your DevOps practices now and prepare for future DevOps trendsBook Description DevOps promises to break down silos, uniting organizations to deliver high quality output in a cross-functional way. In reality it often results in confusion and new silos: pockets of DevOps practitioners fight the status quo, senior decision-makers demand DevOps paint jobs without committing to true change. Even a clear definition of what DevOps is remains elusive. In DevOps Paradox, top DevOps consultants, industry leaders, and founders reveal their own approaches to all aspects of DevOps implementation and operation. Surround yourself with expert DevOps advisors. Viktor Farcic draws on experts from across the industry to discuss how to introduce DevOps to chaotic organizations, align incentives between teams, and make use of the latest tools and techniques. With each expert offering their own opinions on what DevOps is and how to make it work, you will be able to form your own informed view of the importance and value of DevOps as we enter a new decade. If you want to see how real DevOps experts address the challenges and resolve the paradoxes, this book is for you. What you will learn Expert opinions on: Introducing DevOps into real-world, chaotic business environmentsDeciding between adopting cutting edge tools or sticking with tried-and-tested methodsInitiating necessary business change without positional powerManaging and overcoming fear of change in DevOps implementationsAnticipating future trends in DevOps and how to prepare for themGetting the most from Kubernetes, Docker, Puppet, Chef, and AnsibleCreating the right incentives for DevOps success across an organizationThe impact of new techniques, such as Lambda, serverless, and schedulers, on DevOps practiceWho this book is for Anybody interested in DevOps will gain a lot from this book. If you want to get beyond the simplistic ideals and engage with the deep challenges of putting DevOps to work in the real world, this book is for you.

Simplify your DevOps roles with DevOps tools and techniques Key FeaturesLearn to utilize business resources effectively to increase productivity and collaborationLeverage the ultimate open source DevOps tools to achieve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)Ensure faster time-to-market by reducing overall lead time and deployment downtimeBook Description The implementation of DevOps processes requires the efficient use of various tools, and the choice of these tools is crucial for the sustainability of projects and collaboration between development (Dev) and operations (Ops). This book presents the different patterns and tools that you can use to provision and configure an infrastructure in the cloud. You'll begin by understanding DevOps culture, the application of DevOps in cloud infrastructure, provisioning with Terraform, configuration with Ansible, and image building with Packer. You'll then be taken through source code versioning with Git and the construction of a DevOps CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins, GitLab CI, and Azure Pipelines. This DevOps handbook will also guide you in containerizing and deploying your applications with Docker and Kubernetes. You'll learn how to reduce deployment downtime with blue-green deployment and the feature flags technique, and study DevOps practices for open source projects. Finally, you'll grasp some best practices for reducing the overall application lead time to ensure faster time to market. By the end of this book, you'll have built a solid foundation in DevOps, and developed the skills necessary to enhance a traditional software delivery process using modern software delivery tools and techniques What you will learnBecome well versed with DevOps culture and its practicesUse Terraform and Packer for cloud infrastructure provisioningImplement Ansible for infrastructure configurationUse basic Git commands and understand the Git flow processBuild a DevOps pipeline with Jenkins, Azure Pipelines, and GitLab CIContainerize your applications with Docker and KubernetesCheck application quality with SonarQube and PostmanProtect DevOps processes and applications using DevSecOps toolsWho this book is for If you are a developer or a system administrator interested in understanding continuous integration, continuous delivery, and containerization with DevOps tools and techniques, this book is for you.