{"id":27892,"date":"2026-02-26T01:23:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T01:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycareernet.co\/blogs\/?p=27892"},"modified":"2026-03-03T05:32:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T05:32:27","slug":"what-is-a-devops-engineer-roles-skills-salary-and-career-path-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycareernet.co\/blogs\/what-is-a-devops-engineer-roles-skills-salary-and-career-path-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a DevOps engineer? Roles, skills, salary and career path explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"27892\" class=\"elementor elementor-27892\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d4856d0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2d4856d0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-476edd44 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"476edd44\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You write code. It works perfectly on your laptop.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> But when it goes live, something breaks. The deployment fails. The server crashes. Deadlines get delayed.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sound familiar?<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That gap between development and real-world deployment is exactly where DevOps steps in.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, companies do not just need developers \u2014 they need professionals who can build, deploy, automate, and scale software smoothly. That is why DevOps has become one of the most in-demand roles in tech.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But what is a DevOps engineer really? What is DevOps in simple terms? And how to become a DevOps engineer if you are just starting out?<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are exploring future-ready tech careers, this guide will help you understand the role, required skills, roadmap, salary, and whether DevOps is a good career for you. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c54d07 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0c54d07\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-676e810 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"676e810\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"toc-tabs\">\r\n    <h3>Table of Contents<\/h3>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section1\" class=\"toc-tab\">1. What is DevOps? Why is it important in modern software development?<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section2\" class=\"toc-tab\">2. What is a DevOps engineer?<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section3\" class=\"toc-tab\">3. What do DevOps engineers do?<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section4\" class=\"toc-tab\">4. Skills required to become a DevOps engineer<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section5\" class=\"toc-tab\">5. DevOps tools you should learn<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section6\" class=\"toc-tab\">6. Step-by-step roadmap to become a DevOps engineer<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section7\" class=\"toc-tab\">7. Certifications that help<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section8\" class=\"toc-tab\">8. DevOps projects for beginners<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section9\" class=\"toc-tab\">9. Is DevOps a good career?<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section10\" class=\"toc-tab\">10. DevOps engineer salary<\/a><br>\r\n    \r\n    <a href=\"#section11\" class=\"toc-tab\">11. 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Why does it matter in modern software development?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Before understanding what a DevOps engineer is, we must first understand what DevOps is.<\/p>\r\n    <p>DevOps combines development and operations into a single collaborative DevOps model. Instead of two teams working separately \u2014 development teams writing application code and operations teams managing the underlying infrastructure \u2014 DevOps promotes a cultural shift toward a single team mindset.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>Traditionally:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Developers focussed on new features and programming languages.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Ops teams handled system administration tasks, infrastructure management, and cloud infrastructure.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>These two teams often operated independently. This separation caused delays, friction, and software quality issues.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>DevOps changes this through:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Continuous integration<\/li>\r\n        <li>Continuous delivery<\/li>\r\n        <li>CI CD pipelines<\/li>\r\n        <li>Automated builds<\/li>\r\n        <li>Configuration management<\/li>\r\n        <li>Infrastructure provisioning<\/li>\r\n        <li>Performance monitoring<\/li>\r\n        <li>Security practices<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>The goal of DevOps is to deliver software faster, improve software quality, and constantly improve the entire development lifecycle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Important DevOps practices include:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Source control and version control<\/li>\r\n        <li>Automated tests<\/li>\r\n        <li>Configuration management tools<\/li>\r\n        <li>Infrastructure as Code<\/li>\r\n        <li>Rapid deployment<\/li>\r\n        <li>Release engineering<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>When someone asks, \u201cWhat is DevOps in simple terms?\u201d \u2014 it is a model that connects development and operations teams to improve collaboration, reduce cognitive load, and improve software delivery.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>To better understand what DevOps is in practice, here is how the DevOps lifecycle works visually.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <div class=\"mc-highlight-card\">\r\n        <p><strong>DevOps lifecycle<\/strong><\/p>\r\n        <p>Plan \u2192 Develop \u2192 Build \u2192 Test \u2192 Release \u2192 Deploy \u2192 Operate \u2192 Monitor \u2192 (Back to Plan)<\/p>\r\n        <p><em>Discover the complete DevOps lifecycle in action, from planning and development to deployment and continuous monitoring.<\/em><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section2\">What is a DevOps engineer?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Now, let us answer the key question: What is a DevOps engineer?<\/p>\r\n    <p>A DevOps engineer is a professional who implements DevOps practices across the organisation. They work at the intersection of development and operations teams, managing cloud services, CI CD pipelines, and infrastructure management.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>In simple terms:<\/p>\r\n    <p>A DevOps engineer ensures that application code moves smoothly from development to production while maintaining secure software and system reliability.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>They:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Automate software build and deployment processes<\/li>\r\n        <li>Manage cloud infrastructure<\/li>\r\n        <li>Monitor applications<\/li>\r\n        <li>Improve system reliability<\/li>\r\n        <li>Ensure faster and smoother releases<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>Think of a DevOps engineer as someone who ensures that: \u201cThe code written by developers runs smoothly in the production environment.\u201d<\/p>\r\n    <p>They do not just write code. They design systems that make delivery efficient and stable.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-info-box\">\r\n        <strong>\ud83d\udca1 Quick insight<\/strong>\r\n        <p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Companies adopting cloud-first strategies almost always invest in DevOps. If a company uses AWS, Azure, or GCP heavily, DevOps roles will exist there.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section3\">What do DevOps engineers do?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>If you are wondering what DevOps engineers do daily, here is a realistic breakdown.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>A DevOps engineer is responsible for:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Building and maintaining CI CD pipelines<\/li>\r\n        <li>Managing cloud infrastructure and virtual machines<\/li>\r\n        <li>Infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code<\/li>\r\n        <li>Using configuration management tools<\/li>\r\n        <li>Monitoring performance of web apps<\/li>\r\n        <li>Managing source control and central repository systems<\/li>\r\n        <li>Ensuring secure software delivery<\/li>\r\n        <li>Supporting release engineering<\/li>\r\n        <li>Handling system administration and IT operations<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>They also support the DevOps lifecycle, which covers the entire application lifecycle from development to deployment to monitoring.<\/p>\r\n    <p>In simple terms: They make sure software moves smoothly from development to actual users \u2014 without breaking things.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section4\">Skills required to become a DevOps engineer<\/h2>\r\n    <p>If you want to understand how to become a DevOps engineer, you must build <a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.in\/blogs\/top-10-high-income-skills-to-learn\/\" target=\"_blank\">strong DevOps skills<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h3>Core technical skills<\/h3>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Linux and operating systems knowledge<\/li>\r\n        <li>Networking fundamentals<\/li>\r\n        <li>Scripting in programming languages like Python or Bash<\/li>\r\n        <li>Version control and source control<\/li>\r\n        <li>CI CD pipelines<\/li>\r\n        <li>Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)<\/li>\r\n        <li>Docker and Kubernetes<\/li>\r\n        <li>Infrastructure management<\/li>\r\n        <li>Configuration management<\/li>\r\n        <li>Infrastructure provisioning<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <h3>Supporting knowledge<\/h3>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Computer science fundamentals<\/li>\r\n        <li>System administration<\/li>\r\n        <li>Security practices<\/li>\r\n        <li>Performance monitoring<\/li>\r\n        <li>Release engineering<\/li>\r\n        <li>Project management<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <h3>Soft skills<\/h3>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Communication<\/li>\r\n        <li>Collaboration<\/li>\r\n        <li>Analytical thinking<\/li>\r\n        <li>Ability to reduce cognitive load for development teams<\/li>\r\n        <li>Improved collaboration mindset<\/li>\r\n        <li>Flexibility and agility<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n    \r\n    <p>Strong technical skills combined with soft skills help DevOps engineers support agile teams and improve software quality.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section5\">DevOps tools you should learn<\/h2>\r\n    <p>To succeed in the DevOps field, you must understand important DevOps tools.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-table-responsive\">\r\n        <table class=\"mc-simple-table\">\r\n            <thead>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <th>Category<\/th>\r\n                    <th>Examples<\/th>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n            <\/thead>\r\n            <tbody>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Version control<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Git, GitHub<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>CI\/CD<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Jenkins, GitHub Actions<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Containers<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Docker<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Orchestration<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Kubernetes<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Cloud services<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>AWS, Azure, GCP<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Configuration management tools<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Ansible, Chef<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Monitoring<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Prometheus, Grafana<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n                <tr>\r\n                    <td><strong>Infrastructure as code<\/strong><\/td>\r\n                    <td>Terraform<\/td>\r\n                <\/tr>\r\n            <\/tbody>\r\n        <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p>Different tools serve different purposes in the DevOps lifecycle, but the DevOps approach focusses more on automation and collaboration than on tools alone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-info-box\">\r\n        <strong>\u26a1 Pro tip<\/strong>\r\n        <p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">You do not need to learn all three clouds. Pick one (AWS is the most popular) and build strong projects on it.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section6\">Step-by-step roadmap to become a DevOps engineer<\/h2>\r\n    <p>Here is a practical roadmap for how to become a DevOps engineer \u2014 focussed on building real skills, not just theoretical knowledge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li><strong>Step 1: Learn programming basics.<\/strong> Start with Python or Bash. You should be comfortable writing scripts and understanding automated tests.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 2: Learn Linux and operating systems.<\/strong> Most servers run on Linux. Understand processes, permissions, networking basics, and system administration tasks.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 3: Master version control.<\/strong> Learn Git and source control concepts. Every DevOps workflow depends on managing code changes effectively.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 4: Understand CI CD and continuous integration.<\/strong> Learn how CI CD pipelines automate builds, testing, and software delivery. This is the core of modern DevOps.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 5: Learn cloud infrastructure and cloud services.<\/strong> Choose one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and understand how cloud infrastructure supports scalable web apps.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 6: Practice infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.<\/strong> Use tools like Terraform or Ansible to automate infrastructure management instead of doing it manually.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 7: Build projects around the DevOps lifecycle.<\/strong> Deploy an application, set up CI CD pipelines, monitor performance, and manage deployments end-to-end.<\/li>\r\n        <li><strong>Step 8: Apply for roles strategically.<\/strong> Start with DevOps <a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.in\/blogs\/ultimate-internship-guide-why-you-should-do-one-and-how-to-get-started\/\" target=\"_blank\">internships<\/a>, cloud support, system administration, or IT operations roles and transition into a DevOps engineer role.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>Many DevOps engineers do not start directly in DevOps. They move from development or system administration into DevOps as they gain automation and cloud experience.<\/p>\r\n    <p>Before you apply, review DevOps engineer resume examples to <a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.in\/blogs\/how-to-write-a-resume-for-freshers-step-by-step-writing-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\">strengthen your resume<\/a> and prepare with commonly asked <a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.co\/blogs\/devops-interview-questions-and-answers-for-all-experience-levels\/\" target=\"_blank\">DevOps interview questions and answers<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section7\">Certifications that help<\/h2>\r\n    <p>If you want to strengthen your profile as a DevOps engineer, certifications can add credibility and help you get shortlisted \u2014 especially as a fresher.<\/p>\r\n    <p>Here are some widely recognised certifications:<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>AWS Certified DevOps Engineer<\/li>\r\n        <li>Microsoft Azure DevOps Engineer Expert<\/li>\r\n        <li>Docker Certified Associate<\/li>\r\n        <li>Kubernetes Certification<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n    \r\n    <p>However, hands-on experience in software development and infrastructure management matters more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section8\">DevOps projects for beginners<\/h2>\r\n    <p>If you want to become a DevOps engineer, projects matter more than theory. Recruiters look for practical experience \u2014 not just course completion.<\/p>\r\n    <p>Here are beginner-friendly project ideas:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-highlight-card\">\r\n        <p><strong>Examples:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"mc-list\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">\r\n            <li>Create automated builds using CI CD pipelines<\/li>\r\n            <li>Deploy web apps on cloud infrastructure\/AWS<\/li>\r\n            <li>Set up Docker for a Node.js application<\/li>\r\n            <li>Automate deployment using Jenkins<\/li>\r\n            <li>Create Infrastructure using Terraform<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    \r\n    <p>Projects demonstrate understanding of the entire development lifecycle and DevOps model.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-info-box\">\r\n        <strong>\ud83c\udfaf Portfolio tip<\/strong>\r\n        <p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">Document your project on GitHub with: Architecture diagram, Steps performed, Screenshots, Explanation of challenges. This impresses interviewers more than certificates.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section9\">Is DevOps a good career?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>It is time to address the big question: Is DevOps a good career?<\/p>\r\n    <p>Short answer: Yes.<\/p>\r\n    <p>Here is why:<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>High demand in modern software development<\/li>\r\n        <li>Attractive salary packages and growth<\/li>\r\n        <li>Rapid adoption of cloud services<\/li>\r\n        <li>Increasing need for secure software and rapid deployment<\/li>\r\n        <li>Growth in site reliability engineering and internal developer platforms<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>Is DevOps a good career for the future?<\/p>\r\n    <p>Absolutely. As organisations modernise complex systems and focus on software quality and improved collaboration, DevOps engineers remain essential.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mc-info-box\">\r\n        <strong>\ud83c\udfaf Future insight<\/strong>\r\n        <p style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\">DevOps skills overlap with SRE, Cloud Engineering, and Platform Engineering \u2014 giving you multiple career paths later.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section10\">DevOps engineer salary<\/h2>\r\n    <p>A DevOps engineer\u2019s salary depends on technical skills, cloud expertise, and experience.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>In India:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Fresher: \u20b94\u20138 LPA<\/li>\r\n        <li>Mid-level: \u20b910\u201318 LPA<\/li>\r\n        <li>Senior-level: \u20b920 LPA+<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>Globally, DevOps engineers are among the highest-paid tech professionals.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p>Salary depends heavily on:<\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Cloud expertise<\/li>\r\n        <li>Automation depth<\/li>\r\n        <li>Kubernetes experience<\/li>\r\n        <li>Real project exposure<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section11\">Start your DevOps career with MyCareernet<\/h2>\r\n    <p>The difference between learning DevOps and becoming a DevOps engineer is simple: Consistent practice and real-world exposure.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <ul class=\"mc-list\">\r\n        <li>Build projects.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Work on CI CD pipelines.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Deploy applications on cloud infrastructure.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Strengthen your fundamentals.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>When you are ready, take the next step.<\/p>\r\n    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.co\/mycareernet\/\" target=\"_blank\">Apply for jobs on MyCareernet<\/a> and take your first real step from DevOps preparation to placement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2 id=\"section12\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n    <div class=\"faq-accordion-wrapper\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>Can a fresher become a DevOps engineer?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>Yes. Freshers can start with <a href=\"https:\/\/mycareernet.in\/blogs\/ultimate-internship-guide-why-you-should-do-one-and-how-to-get-started\/\" target=\"_blank\">internships<\/a>, cloud support, or system administration roles and gradually move into a DevOps engineer position by building strong DevOps skills.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>Do you need coding for DevOps?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>Yes, basic scripting is required. You should know Python or Bash to automate tasks and manage CI CD pipelines.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>How long does it take to become a DevOps engineer?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>With consistent learning and projects, it usually takes 6\u201312 months to become job-ready.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>Can a non-IT person learn DevOps?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>Yes, but you must first learn technical fundamentals like Linux, networking, and cloud basics.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>Which cloud is best for DevOps?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>AWS is the most popular, but Azure and GCP are also widely used. Start with one cloud platform and go deep.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>Is DevOps a good career for the future?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>Yes. DevOps remains in high demand due to cloud adoption, automation, and continuous software delivery practices.<\/p>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"faq-item\">\r\n            <div class=\"faq-header\">\r\n                <h3>What is the difference between DevOps and SRE?<\/h3>\r\n                <div class=\"faq-icon\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"faq-body\">\r\n                <p>DevOps focusses on collaboration and automation. 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