I'm a 40-year-old looking to switch careers after spending my entire life in the rock climbing industry. With a newborn and working full time, I'm diving into a DevOps course on Udemy, but it's slow-going. I've got a solid understanding of Linux and bash, and I've dabbled in Python, as well as managing virtual machines. I'm wondering what entry-level positions would be worthwhile to apply for while I continue my studies. Should I consider help desk roles, system administration, or something else entirely? What's a realistic starting point in the DevOps path?
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You're probably gonna need to start from the ground up, so look for anything IT-related. I know someone who began in help desk at an MSP and eventually transitioned to a DevOps role in about five years. Just a heads-up though, the job market is tough right now, even for experienced folks.
Same here! I started at the bottom too, but I found a job that allowed me to program on the side, and that's how I got into DevOps eventually. Just stay persistent!