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Get Started with DevOps Microcredential Course with Certification

Build faster, deliver smarter, and innovate with DevOps practices.

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  • upGrad KnowledgeHut is a Licensed Training Partner (LTP) of Scrum Alliance

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    Prerequisites

    Learners should have a basic understanding of software development and general IT concepts such as operating systems and applications. Familiarity with networking fundamentals and version control tools like Git is helpful but not required. An interest in automation, collaboration, and modern software delivery practices will support learning success. No prior DevOps experience is needed, making this course suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

    What You Will Learn

    • Clear understanding of DevOps principles and how they evolved to solve modern software delivery challenges.
    • Ability to break down organizational silos and foster shared responsibility across teams.
    • Knowledge of core DevOps practices including Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code, and Microservices.
    • Skills to apply systems thinking to optimize workflows and improve delivery efficiency.
    • Practical experience with value stream mapping to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
    • Understanding of effective feedback loops using leading and lagging performance metrics.
    • Insight into observability practices for improving system visibility and reliability.
    • Strategies for building a DevOps culture focused on collaboration, learning, and innovation.
    • Understanding of AI’s role in DevOps, including automation, monitoring, and intelligent decision-making.
    • Confidence to communicate DevOps value to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives and product leaders.
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    Curriculum

    1.

    What is DevOps, and how has it evolved to address the challenges faced by software teams?

    Explore the origins and core principles of DevOps, focusing on how it addresses the pain points of siloed teams, outdated processes, and resistance to change. This module sets the stage for breaking down barriers and aligning teams around shared goals, providing a common language and understanding to drive transformation.

    • Explain why DevOps matters.
    • Distinguish DevOps from related approaches.
    • Describe basic DevOps practices. 
    • Define the Seven Pillars of DevOps.
    2.

    How can we apply systems thinking and automation to improve the flow and efficiency of our software delivery processes?

    Discover how to improve your operations by looking at the big picture with systems thinking and optimizing your processes. This module focuses on addressing the challenges posed by outdated systems and manual tasks. You'll learn how automation and value stream mapping can help make your work smoother, minimize mistakes, and allow your team to focus on more important strategic tasks.

    • Explain value stream mapping.
    • Recognize bottlenecks in a system.
    • Explain the benefits of breaking down silos.
    • Describe the integration of security and AI capabilities in DevOps environments.
    3.

    How can we create effective feedback loops, measure the right indicators, and gain visibility into our systems to drive continuous improvement?

    This module focuses on building effective feedback loops and leveraging data to drive continuous improvement. Learn how to measure what matters, gain visibility into your systems, and use analytics to inform smarter, faster decision-making.

    • Describe feedback loops using leading and lagging metrics.
    • Compare observability approaches across different organizational contexts.
    • Identify AI applications for enhancing observability.
    4.

    How can we cultivate a DevOps-friendly culture, leverage effective team structures, and embrace a mindset of continuous learning to drive innovation and agility?

    Investigate strategies for cultivating a DevOps-friendly culture that embraces change, continuous learning, and innovation. This module addresses the human side of transformation, providing techniques to overcome resistance and foster cross-functional alignment.

    • Summarize the essential components for creating a DevOps culture of learning and innovation.
    • Describe team topologies. 
    • Explain Site Reliability Engineering adoption readiness.

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    upGrad KnowledgeHut is a Scrum Alliance Licensed Training Partner (LTP), meaning every course is officially authorized, led by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), and meets rigorous global standards. You get hands-on workshops, real-world simulations, access to a thriving global agile community and a certificate recognized by employers worldwide.

    About Course

    A Microcredential course is a short, focused training program designed to help learners quickly gain specialized skills or knowledge in a specific subject area. These courses provide practical, industry-relevant learning that can be completed in a flexible and efficient format.

    Microcredentials are a valuable way to continuously build new skills without committing to long-term certification or degree programs. They allow individuals and teams to stay current with evolving industry trends and technologies.

    Microcredential courses focus on developing targeted expertise in specific areas, helping you build skills that can be applied immediately in your professional role.

    Learners can choose formats that fit their schedules, including live instructor-led sessions or on-demand learning options.

    Yes. Microcredential courses are typically more affordable than traditional certifications or degree programs, making them an accessible option for professional development.

    Most Microcredentials can be completed in just a few hours, allowing you to gain new competencies quickly rather than over weeks, months, or years.

    Yes. These credentials are validated by Scrum Alliance, a globally recognized credentialing body, providing credibility and professional recognition.

    Microcredential courses emphasize real-world application, enabling learners to immediately use new skills and knowledge in their work.

    Yes. Microcredentials are stackable, meaning you can combine multiple courses to create a broader, more comprehensive learning pathway.

    Yes, it does! In the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with the course, and you wish to withdraw within the first seven days, we’ll issue a 100% refund. Refer to our Online Self-Paced Courses Refund Policy for more details.

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    Yes, our online course is designed to give you flexibility to skill up as per your convenience. The course is delivered in a Self-Paced mode so that you can balance your work and learning as per your schedule.

    Yes! Upon passing this online course, you will receive a signed certificate of completion from KnowledgeHut. Thousands of KnowledgeHut alumni use their course certificate to demonstrate skills to employers and their networks.

    More than the certificate, however, you will get to showcase your newly acquired skills by working on real-world projects and adding these to your portfolio. KnowledgeHut’s online courses is well-regarded by industry experts, who contribute to our curriculum and use our tech programs to train their own teams.

    You can cancel your enrolment and receive refunds in line with our Cancellations and Refunds policy found at https://www.knowledgehut.com/refund-policy. 

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    Microcredentials and Certifications are both offered by Scrum Alliance, there are a few distinct differences between these offerings. One is not better than the other whether you pursue a certification or a microcredential will depend on your learning needs, your role, the amount of time you have available to commit etc.


    FeaturesMicrocredentialCertification
    ValidityLifetime validityTwo years (needs renewal)
    FocusHighly specific skill/topicFoundational expertise, comprehensive
    DurationUp to 8 hoursMulti-day intensive
    FormatOn-demand or LiveLive online or in-person

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