I recently switched to a junior DevOps position after working for four years on building SaaS products. I got this role thanks to a referral from an engineer who was an architect at the company. Now, I'm feeling like I've taken on more than I can handle because I've been assigned to a DevSecOps project that kicks off next week. I only have a couple of months of experience with DevOps tasks, and I've heard that the field can be very challenging. How should I approach managing a real production environment once the project starts? I'm really worried that I won't be able to deliver in a live setting. Is it possible to just 'fake it till I make it' in DevOps, or am I completely in over my head?
3 Answers
Just keep calm! Working with YAML files is actually pretty manageable once you get a hang of it. Don’t stress too much about the technical details at this stage; focus on learning as you go. But if you're dealing with stuff like Terraform, Docker, or Kubernetes, it might help to brush up on those. They'll be very useful in your project. If you ever get jammed up, just ask for help. Everyone starts somewhere!
It sounds like your company knows you’re new to this. If they’re expecting a junior level of experience and guiding you along, you should be fine. It’s important to communicate about your level of experience with your team, especially if you’re working with someone much more experienced. Setting clear expectations can reduce a lot of anxiety on your side.
Building SaaS apps definitely gives you some relevant experience, even if it doesn't feel like it right now. Have you worked with any DevOps tools or processes before? Understanding containerization from Docker and Kubernetes could be a real asset for your new role. Try to lean on that experience while you're starting out.
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