Quick answer: Start with Linux, networking and shell scripting, then a cloud platform such as AWS. Learn containers with Docker, orchestration with Kubernetes, CI/CD with Jenkins or GitHub Actions, infrastructure as code with Terraform and Ansible, and monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana. Practise every step on real deployments.
The roadmap
| Stage | Learn | Practise |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Foundations | Linux, networking, shell scripting | Automate a routine server task |
| 2. Cloud | AWS EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, CloudWatch | Host a simple app on AWS |
| 3. Containers | Docker, then Kubernetes and Helm | Run an app in containers on Kubernetes |
| 4. CI/CD | Jenkins, GitHub Actions | Automate build, test and deploy |
| 5. Infrastructure as code | Terraform, Ansible | Recreate your setup from code |
| 6. Monitoring | Prometheus, Grafana | Dashboards and alerts for your app |
Beyond tools
Good DevOps engineers also understand cost: which resources you are paying for and how to switch off what you do not need. Data-centre operations basics and an introduction to AI infrastructure are increasingly useful too.
Learn DevOps with real projects
Our Cloud & DevOps Engineering course covers this roadmap in 4 months, with a three-tier app on AWS using Terraform, a CI/CD pipeline to Kubernetes, a monitoring stack and a cloud migration capstone, plus a 2-month internship. It is aligned to AWS certifications (exams booked separately). Offer fee ₹20,999. Also see Cybersecurity vs Cloud & DevOps.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need coding for DevOps?
You need shell scripting and comfort reading configuration and code; the course starts with Linux and scripting basics.
Docker or Kubernetes first?
Docker first. Kubernetes runs and manages containers, so understanding containers comes first.
Who can join the Cloud & DevOps course?
Engineering, BCA, BSc and MCA graduates, and system administrators and IT support staff.
Not sure yet? Talk to us
Book a free demo class or ask for 1:1 guidance on WhatsApp at +91 99020 58603, or use the form on our contact page. You can also compare all our courses and our combo courses. Scholar’sEdge Academy is at Building No. 19, 25/1, 9th Cross Road, 2nd Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078.
