Why I Chose DevOps: My Journey, Motivation, and Goals!

Hello world! My name is Aditya Nair and I am currently an undergraduate student at BITS Pilani, Goa campus. I am excited to kick off my DevOps blog series by sharing why I chose to embark on this journey. Coming from an engineering background, I found myself increasingly fascinated by the potential of DevOps to transform how we build, deploy, and manage applications. In this post, I'll delve into my personal and professional motivations for learning DevOps, the perks of excelling in this field, and the goals I've set for myself. Whether you're new to DevOps or a seasoned professional, I hope my story resonates with you and inspires you to reflect on your own motivations.

Initial Interest ->

I first heard about DevOps on Youtube where Kunal Kushwaha passionately described how DevOps practices were revolutionizing and how it proved to be a promising and different role when compared to SDE roles. The idea of bridging the gap between development and operations, fostering collaboration, and automating repetitive tasks sounded incredibly appealing. Unlike traditional IT practices, which often felt siloed and slow, DevOps promised a more agile and responsive approach.

Professional motivation ->

Professionally, I saw DevOps as a pathway to career growth. The demand for DevOps professionals has been skyrocketing, and I wanted to stay ahead of the curve. By learning DevOps, I aimed to enhance my skills in automation, cloud computing, and CI/CD pipelines. These skills are not only valuable but also open up a plethora of job opportunities, from DevOps Engineer to Site Reliability Engineer and other roles as well.

Personal motivation ->

On a personal level, I have always been passionate about technology and continuous learning. DevOps, with its emphasis on continuous improvement and innovation, resonated with my love for solving complex problems. I was particularly drawn to the idea of creating more efficient, reliable, and scalable systems. This drive to innovate and improve processes became a significant personal motivator. Also the perks associated to this roles have been a huge motivator as well.

The Perks of Excelling in DevOps ->

One of the major perks of excelling in the DevOps field is the high demand and competitive salaries. DevOps professionals are among the most sought-after in the tech industry, which translates to job security and lucrative compensation packages.

Career flexibility is another advantage. With DevOps skills, you can work in various industries, from tech startups to large enterprises, and in diverse roles such as DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, and Automation Architect.

Networking and collaboration opportunities abound. As a DevOps professional, you get to build connections with like-minded individuals, participate in a vibrant community, and attend conferences and workshops where you can learn from industry leaders.

Travel opportunities are a significant perk. Many DevOps roles involve working with global teams, attending international conferences, and participating in workshops and training sessions around the world.

Lastly, continuous learning is a hallmark of the DevOps field. The ever-evolving landscape of technology ensures that you are always exposed to the latest tools and practices, keeping your skills sharp and your work exciting.

Setting goals ->

To ensure I stayed on track, I set specific goals.

In the short term, I aimed to familiarize myself with basic DevOps tools and I am currently trying to get an overview by following the DevOps- Zero to Hero playlist by Abhishek Veeramalla.

My medium-term goals included completing a couple of projects to gain hands-on experience and obtaining certifications while also trying to contribute to open source and participate in open source programs.

Ultimately, my long-term goal is to lead a DevOps team, contribute to major open-source projects, and mentor newcomers in the field.

Summing things up ->

My journey into DevOps has been driven by both professional ambitions and personal passions. The perks of excelling in this field—ranging from high demand and competitive salaries to travel opportunities and continuous learning—further fuel my motivation. By setting clear goals and staying motivated, I've been able to make significant progress. I encourage you to think about your own motivations and goals as you embark on your DevOps journey. Stay tuned for my next post, where I'll dive into the first steps I took to start learning DevOps.

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