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Junior DevOps Roadmap

A focused path to your first DevOps role, in 5 stages: Linux and Git first, then containers, CI/CD and the cloud. Each topic links to our guides to read and to simulators, labs and quizzes to practice with. Mark topics as you go. Your progress stays in this browser.

  • 5 stages
  • 16 topics
  • 21-32 weeks
  • 5 projects
  • 68 links to our material
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  2. 02Version Control & Collaboration, 0 of 3 topics done
  3. 03Containers, 0 of 3 topics done
  4. 04CI/CD Pipelines, 0 of 3 topics done
  5. 05Cloud Basics, 0 of 3 topics done

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// stage 01 of 05, 4-8 weeks

Foundation

Build your core skills with Linux and command line basics.

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  1. Linux Basics

    essential~20 h

    Learn essential Linux commands, file system navigation, and permissions.

    read

    practice

  2. Bash Scripting

    essential~15 h

    Automate repetitive tasks with simple shell scripts.

    read

    practice

  3. Git Basics

    essential~10 h

    Learn version control fundamentals: commit, push, pull, and branches.

    read

    practice

  4. Networking Fundamentals

    important~12 h

    Understand IP addresses, DNS, HTTP, and basic networking concepts.

    read

    practice

// stage project

Personal Dev Environment

beginner

Set up a Linux VM, configure Git, and write scripts to automate your setup.

Start with:

// after this stage you can

  • Navigate confidently in the terminal
  • Write basic automation scripts
  • Use Git for version control

// tips

  • Practice commands daily. Muscle memory is key.
  • Use a Linux VM or WSL for hands-on learning
  • Break complex tasks into smaller scripts

// stage 02 of 05, 3-4 weeks

Version Control & Collaboration

Master Git workflows and start collaborating with teams.

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  1. Git Branching Strategies

    essential~8 h

    Learn GitFlow, trunk-based development, and when to use each.

    read

    practice

  2. Pull Requests & Code Review

    essential~6 h

    Create PRs, review code, and collaborate effectively.

    read

    practice

  3. GitHub Actions Basics

    important~10 h

    Automate simple workflows like linting and testing.

    read

    practice

// stage project

Automated Testing Pipeline

beginner

Create a GitHub repo with automated tests running on every push.

Start with:

// after this stage you can

  • Collaborate on code with confidence
  • Set up basic CI pipelines
  • Resolve merge conflicts easily

// tips

  • Contribute to open source to practice PRs
  • Start with simple GitHub Actions workflows
  • Always write meaningful commit messages

// stage 03 of 05, 4-6 weeks

Containers

Learn Docker and understand containerization concepts.

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  1. Docker Fundamentals

    essential~20 h

    Build, run, and manage containers with Docker.

    read

    practice

  2. Dockerfile Best Practices

    essential~8 h

    Write efficient, secure, and maintainable Dockerfiles.

    read

    practice

  3. Docker Compose

    important~10 h

    Define and run multi-container applications.

    read

// stage project

Containerized Web App

intermediate

Containerize a web application with a database using Docker Compose.

Start with:

// after this stage you can

  • Containerize any application
  • Run multi-container setups
  • Debug container issues

// tips

  • Always use official base images
  • Keep images small and secure
  • Practice with real applications you use

// stage 04 of 05, 4-6 weeks

CI/CD Pipelines

Build automated pipelines for testing and deployment.

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  1. CI/CD Concepts

    essential~6 h

    Understand continuous integration and delivery principles.

    read

    practice

  2. GitHub Actions Advanced

    essential~15 h

    Build complete CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.

    read

    practice

  3. Testing in Pipelines

    important~10 h

    Integrate unit tests, linting, and security scans.

    read

    practice

// stage project

Full CI/CD Pipeline

intermediate

Build a pipeline that tests, builds Docker images, and deploys to staging.

Start with:

// after this stage you can

  • Build end-to-end CI/CD pipelines
  • Automate testing and deployments
  • Reduce manual deployment errors

// tips

  • Start simple, then add complexity
  • Always have a staging environment
  • Keep pipelines fast: aim for under 10 minutes

// stage 05 of 05, 6-8 weeks

Cloud Basics

Get started with cloud platforms and core services.

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  1. Cloud Fundamentals

    essential~10 h

    Understand cloud computing concepts, pricing, and service models.

    read

    practice

  2. AWS/Azure/GCP Core Services

    essential~25 h

    Learn compute, storage, and networking basics on your chosen platform.

    read

    practice

  3. Infrastructure as Code Basics

    important~15 h

    Introduction to Terraform for managing cloud resources.

    read

    practice

// stage project

Deploy to the Cloud

intermediate

Deploy your containerized app to a cloud platform using IaC.

Start with:

// after this stage you can

  • Navigate cloud consoles confidently
  • Deploy applications to the cloud
  • Manage cloud resources with code

// tips

  • Use free tier resources for learning
  • Pick one cloud provider to start
  • Always set up billing alerts

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