DevOps and Git Foundations: Version Control and CI/CD Basics

In modern software development, collaboration and rapid delivery are essential for success. Transitioning to a DevOps mindset and mastering version control with Git is the most effective way to streamline your development workflow. This text-only course provides a clear, step-by-step pathway to understanding DevOps philosophy and the practical mechanics of Git. You will transition from manual, error-prone file management to structured version control and automated integration workflows, preparing you to collaborate effectively on modern engineering teams. In this course, you will: 1. Understand the core principles, culture, and lifecycle phases of DevOps. 2. Master essential Git commands for staging, committing, and branching code. 3. Resolve merge conflicts confidently using structured, step-by-step resolution techniques. 4. Configure basic Continuous Integration workflows to automate testing and code checks. 5. Practice collaborative workflows like pull requests, code reviews, and branch protection. 6. Explore foundational concepts of containers and infrastructure-as-code within the DevOps pipeline. The course begins with key terminology, culture, and core concepts before moving into practical Git commands and automated pipeline flows. This course is designed for absolute beginners to DevOps and version control, with no prior experience required. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in modern software delivery.