DevOps Certification Training Course in Chicago, United States

DevOps Training FAQs

• Why should I enroll in this DevOps course?

  There is an increasing demand for professionals who understand both the development and operational side of the software development and deployment process, making this DevOps training course in Chicago well-suited for those who wish to enhance their marketability for these highly prized roles. DevOps jobs are highly paid and in great demand in a wide range of popular industries. There are 24,000+ DevOps jobs according to Indeed, with an average annual salary of $172,216 for DevOps Managers and $141,476 per year for DevOps Engineers respectively. This online DevOps training course in Chicago is ideal for participants at all levels of experience. 

• What are the course objectives?

  Simplilearn’s DevOps training in Chicago is designed to help you become a DevOps practitioner and apply the latest in DevOps methodology to automate your software development lifecycle right out of the class. You will master configuration management; continuous integration deployment, delivery, and monitoring using DevOps tools such as Git, Docker, Jenkins, Puppet and Nagios in a practical, hands-on and interactive approach. The DevOps training course focuses heavily on the use of Docker containers, a technology that is revolutionizing the way apps are deployed in the cloud today and is a critical skillset to master in the cloud age.

• What skills will you learn in this DevOps course?

  After completing the DevOps training in Chicago, you will achieve hands-on expertise in various aspects of the DevOps delivery model. The practical learning outcomes of this Devops  training course are:

  • An understanding of DevOps and the modern DevOps toolsets
  • The ability to automate all aspects of a modern code delivery and deployment pipeline using:

  o Source code management tools
  o Build tools
  o Test automation tools
  o Containerization through Docker
  o Configuration management tools
  o Monitoring tools

• Who should take this DevOps course?

  DevOps career opportunities are thriving worldwide. DevOps was featured as one of the 11 best jobs in America for 2017, according to CBS News, and data from Payscale.com shows that DevOps Managers earn as much as $122,234 per year, with DevOps engineers making as much as $151,461. DevOps jobs are the third-highest tech role ranked by employer demand on Indeed.com but have the second-highest talent deficit.
  
  This DevOps training in Chicago will benefit the following professional roles:

  • Software Developers
  • Technical Project Managers
  • Architects
  • Operations Support
  • Deployment engineers
  • IT managers
  • Development managers

  Prerequisite knowledge of software development, preferably in Java, and the UNIX/Linux command line tools are essential for this course.

• What are the projects included in the DevOps course?

  As part of the coursework, you will complete three projects based on industry use cases.
  
  Project #1
  Domain: Finance
  A global bank recruits 500 graduate software developers each year. The developers are employed at sites in four different countries. The bank requires a web-based questionnaire system to assess graduates’ programming skills so that they can provide appropriate training. You will need to design, implement and deploy part of the system.
  
  Project #2
  Domain: Media
  A media company wishes to offer a website where users can upload photographs. Captions and titles can be added to the photographs. Customers can order prints of photos on T-shirts, mugs and other items. You will need to design, implement and deploy part of the system.
  
  Project #3
  Domain: Medical
  A hospital wishes to implement a system that can detect harmful drug interactions. They want a mobile phone application that allows doctors to enter or scan prescriptions. The system will then check for drug interactions, and any conflicting drugs will be highlighted so that the prescription can be changed. You will need to design, implement and deploy part of the application.

• What projects are included in this online DevOps training course?

  As part of the courseware, you will complete 10+ projects based on industry use cases. Some key projects as part of the course will be-
   

  Project 1: Dockerizing Jenkins Pipeline
  Demonstrate the continuous integration and delivery by Dockerizing Jenkins Pipeline.
  
  Project 2: Manage and Monitor the Docker Containers with Dry Tool
  Install Dry, demonstrate its interaction with Docker containers and images, and monitor it.
  
  Project 3: Deploy Angular Application in Docker Container
  Deploy the Angular application in Docker. The Angular application should be built with the Angular CLI along with Docker Compose for development and production. 

   

  Project 4: Automated Delivery of WordPress Application on Kubernetes

  Deploy the WordPress application to the Kubernetes cluster, automate the delivery with Jenkins, and manage the source code versions on GitHub.

• What are the prerequisites to take this course?

  Learners must be from a technical background with a fair understanding of-

  • Linux Fundamentals
  • Web Development Fundamentals
  • Java Fundamentals
     

• What if I miss a class?

  Simplilearn provides recordings of each class so you can review them as needed before the next session. With Flexi-pass, Simplilearn gives you access to all classes for 90 days so that you have the flexibility to choose sessions as per your convenience.

• Who are our instructors and how are they selected?

  All of our highly qualified trainers are DevOps certified with at least 15 years of experience in training and working in the IT, Agile, ITSM and/or DevOps domains. Each of them has gone through a rigorous selection process that includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. We also ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating remain on our faculty.

• Is this DevOps training live, or will I watch pre-recorded videos?

  The DevOps online training is conducted through live streaming. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time. We do, however, provide recordings of each session you attend for your future reference. Classes are attended by a global audience to enrich your learning experience.

• What tools do I need to attend the training sessions?

  The tools you’ll need to attend DevOps training in Chicago are:

  • Windows: Windows XP SP3 or higher
  • Mac: OSX 10.6 or higher
  • Internet speed: Preferably 512 Kbps or higher
  • Headset, speakers and microphone: You’ll need headphones or speakers to hear instruction clearly, as well as a microphone to talk to others. You can use a headset with a built-in microphone, or separate speakers and microphone.

• What are the system requirements to attend this training session?

  Below are the system requirements to attend the DevOps training:

  • Windows: Windows XP SP3 or higher
  • Mac: OSX 10.6 or higher
  • Internet speed: Preferably 2 Mbps or higher
  • Headset, speakers and microphone: You’ll need headphones or speakers to hear instruction clearly, as well as a microphone to talk to others. You can use a headset with a built-in microphone, or separate speakers and a microphone.

• What is online classroom training?

  All of the classes are conducted via live online streaming. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time.

    

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

  Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts here to help you get certified in your first attempt. They engage students proactively to ensure the course path is being followed and help you enrich your learning experience, from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance. Teaching Assistance is available during business hours.

• What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We also have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your course with us.

• I’d like to learn more about this training program. Whom should I contact?

  Contact us using the form on the right of any page on the Simplilearn website, or select the Live Chat link. Our customer service representatives can provide you with more details.