Hey everyone! I'd really appreciate your thoughts on this. I have a year of experience working as a software developer and network assistant, plus another two years as a web developer. I'm thinking about applying for a DevOps role and I wanted to know if including my experience with a Next.js social media app (a community/dating web app with thousands of active users that I created and maintain) would be beneficial. Do you think this kind of experience matters for landing a DevOps position? Or should I focus on entry-level jobs like helpdesk or sysadmin first to build up my experience? Would love to hear your opinions!
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Absolutely, if you're managing infrastructure for a production app, that's very relevant for DevOps! It's crucial to be able to discuss concepts like Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud services, so make sure you’re prepared to talk about those. It’s not necessary to start in helpdesk roles if you’re already handling real systems, so go for it and apply!
For sure, include your Next.js app! It shows you have real-world skills in deployment, scaling, and maintaining production systems – all super relevant for DevOps roles. Plus, you don’t have to start from helpdesk or sysadmin positions; your project experience is valuable enough for direct applications!
Totally agree! That app experience can set you apart from others without similar hands-on skills.