Hey everyone! I'm a complete newbie to the DevOps world, with just some basic Linux knowledge under my belt. I'm considering jumping into a junior developer or DevOps role, focusing on Linux and automation. With AI making such huge advances, I'm curious if it's still a good idea to learn these skills. Will Linux and DevOps expertise still hold any value when AI can accomplish so much? I'm looking for insights from those who have experience in the field!
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I’ve been in the DevOps space for about 8 years now, and I’m currently working as an AI Engineer. Here’s what I think: DevOps isn’t going anywhere. Sure, some tasks will get automated, but the field is still very much alive. If you’re comfortable with Linux, you’re off to a solid start!
My advice? Definitely pursue a DevOps career in 2025. You’ll want to learn about CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and get familiar with cloud services like AWS or Azure. Here’s a brief stack you might want to check out:
- **Learn GIT first**
- **Then explore**: Jenkins, Terraform, Kubernetes, Ansible, Docker.
- Brush up on databases and services, and learn some basic programming and scripting.
Focus on learning to learn quickly, especially with new technologies. Get hands-on with projects, and you’ll be in a good position for a Junior DevOps role in no time!
Wow, thanks for the detailed breakdown! It seems like a good time to start, and your guidance helps a lot. Really appreciate it!