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30 Days DevOps Revision Challenge – Day 2 Day 2 of my DevOps revision challenge — and today was all about going deeper into Jenkins and organizing everything I’ve learned so far. Yesterday was more about getting started and building a real pipeline. But today, I focused on strengthening almost all important Jenkins concepts in a more structured and practical way. 📌 Day 2 Focus: Advanced Jenkins Concepts Today I worked on multiple key areas to understand how Jenkins is actually used in real-world environments: 🔐 User-Based Authentication Explored how to manage users and roles Understood access control and security basics in Jenkins 📦 Shared Library (Deep Dive) Practiced creating and structuring shared libraries Improved reusability and organization of pipeline code 🔑 Credentials Management Learned how to securely store and use credentials Integrated credentials into pipelines safely 🔄 Build via SCM (GitHub Integration) Created jobs directly connected to GitHub repositories Automated build process using source code changes ⚡ Trigger Builds Without Opening Jenkins UI Configured builds to trigger directly from GitHub Used webhooks effectively for automation 🧑💻 Agent Setup Created and configured Jenkins agents Understood distributed builds and scalability 🔗 Webhook Optimization Used webhooks more efficiently Ensured proper trigger flow and debugging 💡 Key Takeaway Today felt like I connected all the scattered pieces of Jenkins into a complete system. From authentication → credentials → pipelines → agents → automation Everything now feels more organized and production-oriented. 🎯 Progress So Far Day 1: Pipeline + Django App + Shared Library basics Day 2: Advanced Jenkins concepts + full ecosystem understanding Slowly moving from just knowing tools → to actually understanding how everything fits together in production. I’ll continue sharing my journey daily. Consistency is the main goal 💯 If you’re also learning DevOps, let’s connect and grow together #DevOps #30DaysChallenge #Jenkins #CICD #Automation #Webhooks #LearningInPublic #Consistency #TechJourney

DevOps vs GitOps - one small change, huge impact. At first glance, both pipelines look similar. Same steps: Code → Build → Test → Deploy But the 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬. 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐎𝐩𝐬 𝐂𝐈/𝐂𝐃 • CI tool (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) builds and pushes image • Pipeline directly deploys to 𝐊𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 Deployment is 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 ⚠️ Problem: Hard to track changes Limited visibility Risky rollbacks 𝐆𝐢𝐭𝐎𝐩𝐬 𝐂𝐈/𝐂𝐃 • CI still builds the image • But instead of deploying directly… It updates Git (manifests / Helm charts) • GitOps tool (ArgoCD) watches Git • Syncs changes to 𝐊𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 Deployment is 𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐭𝐎𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 ‣ Git becomes the 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 ‣ Easy rollback (just revert Git commit) ‣ Better audit & visibility ‣ Safer and controlled deployments The pipeline didn’t change much. Just one shift: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 “𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐩𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞” → “𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐢𝐭” And that changed everything. If you are preparing for DevOps interview, check out my 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐎𝐩𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 Get it here: https://lnkd.in/dtkAGrH6 Use coupon code: 𝐃𝐄𝟐𝟎

🚀 30 Days DevOps Revision Challenge – Day 17 Day 17 of my DevOps revision challenge — and today I shifted my focus to something that is the foundation of every DevOps workflow: Git & GitHub. After working on Jenkins and Terraform in the previous days, I realized that having a strong grip on version control is extremely important. So today, I officially started my Git & GitHub revision. --- 📌 Day 17 Focus: Git & GitHub (Revision Started) Today was about revisiting the core concepts and making sure my basics are solid: 🧠 Git Fundamentals - What is version control and why Git is used - Difference between local repo and remote repo - Basic workflow: add → commit → push 📂 Common Git Commands (Revision) - "git init", "git clone" - "git add", "git commit" - "git push", "git pull" - "git status", "git log" 🌿 Branching & Merging (Intro Revision) - Why branches are used - Creating and switching branches - Basic merging concepts 🔗 GitHub Basics - Working with remote repositories - Connecting local project to GitHub - Pushing code and managing repos ⚡ Realization While Revising - Git is not just a tool, it’s the backbone of CI/CD pipelines - Every automation (Jenkins, Webhooks, Deployments) depends on it --- 💡 Key Takeaway Today was not about learning something new — it was about making my foundation stronger. Because if Git is clear, everything else in DevOps becomes easier and more structured. --- 🎯 Next Plan - Deep dive into branching strategies (Git Flow, etc.) - Resolve merge conflicts practically - Explore pull requests and collaboration workflow --- This journey is teaching me one thing — strong basics = strong system building 💯 I’ll keep sharing my progress daily 🚀 #DevOps #30DaysChallenge #Git #GitHub #VersionControl #LearningInPublic #Consistency #TechJourney

Mastering GitLab Branching Strategies & Workflows Choosing the right branching strategy isn’t just a technical choice, it directly impacts your team’s speed, code quality, and release stability. In this blog, I break down popular strategies like GitFlow, GitHub Flow, and Trunk-Based Development, along with practical insights on how to leverage GitLab features like Merge Requests, CI/CD pipelines, and protected branches to build efficient workflows. Whether you're in a small agile team or managing large-scale releases, this guide will help you pick the right approach and improve your DevOps practices. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gNbUqMTX #GitLab #DevOps #BranchingStrategy #CI_CD #SoftwareDevelopment #DevSecOps

Day 44/100 – Manual Deployments and Rollbacks in GitLab 🚦 Yesterday we spoke about environments in GitLab CI (Dev, UAT, Production etc.). Today, let's talk about something very practical: Manual deployments and rollbacks – the real life “brake + reverse gear” of your pipeline. In real projects, we don't want every commit to directly hit Production, right? Sometimes we want a human to check and then say: “OK, now deploy.” For that, GitLab gives us manual jobs. Very simple idea: - You add when: manual in your deploy job in .gitlab-ci.yml. - GitLab will show a Run button in UI for that job. - Deployment will only happen when someone clicks that button. Example: deploy_prod:  stage: deploy  script:   - ./deploy_to_prod.sh  environment:   name: production  when: manual  only:   - main This way: - Code can be tested automatically in lower envs. - But Production deploy is fully controlled by Release Manager / DevOps team. - Good for change window, approvals, CAB, audits etc. Now, what if something goes wrong after deployment? New release went live, and business says: “Site is slow, please roll back immediately.” GitLab gives rollback options from the Environments page: - You open the environment (for example, production). - You select an older successful deployment. - Click Rollback or Redeploy, GitLab creates a new deploy job for that older commit. Few simple best practices from real life: - Always keep your deploy scripts idempotent (safe to run multiple times). - Don't delete old artifacts too quickly, they are useful during rollback. - Test your rollback path at least once in lower environment (UAT / pre-prod). - Document clearly: who can run manual prod deploy and who can trigger rollback. Think of it like this: Auto pipelines = metro train (fixed stops, runs on schedule). Manual deploy & rollback = local train with guard (can stop, wait, and reverse if needed). Tomorrow, I will go one step ahead and talk about how to combine manual approvals, protected environments, and GitLab permissions to make Production deployments safe but still fast. #GitLab #CICD #DevOps #GitLabCI #ManualDeployment #Rollback #ReleaseManagement #SalesforceDevOps #GitLabPipelines #DevOpsJourney

🚀 Git & GitHub — The Power Duo Every DevOps Engineer Must Master In today’s fast-paced tech world, understanding version control isn’t optional — it’s essential. 🔹 What is Git? Git is a distributed version control system that helps track changes in code, manage versions, and collaborate efficiently — even offline. 🔹 What is GitHub? GitHub is a cloud-based platform built on Git that enables developers to store code, collaborate with teams, review changes, and automate workflows. 💡 Why Git & GitHub Matter in DevOps? ✅ Version Control → Track every change, rollback anytime ✅ Collaboration → Multiple developers, one seamless workflow ✅ CI/CD Integration → Automate build, test, and deployment pipelines ✅ Code Quality → Pull requests & code reviews improve standards ✅ Transparency → Full history of changes and contributors ⚙️ Where They Fit in DevOps Lifecycle Code → Commit → Push → Review → Merge → Deploy Git & GitHub act as the backbone of modern DevOps pipelines, enabling continuous integration and continuous delivery. 📈 Benefits of Learning Git & GitHub 🔥 Essential skill for DevOps, Cloud & SRE roles 🔥 Improves team collaboration and productivity 🔥 Enables contribution to open-source projects 🔥 Boosts your resume & interview chances 🔥 Helps you manage real-world projects efficiently 💻 Common Commands Every Beginner Should Know ▪️ git init ▪️ git add . ▪️ git commit -m "message" ▪️ git push ▪️ git pull ▪️ git branch ▪️ git merge 🌱 My Takeaway Learning Git & GitHub is not just about commands — it's about understanding how real-world software is built, managed, and delivered. If you're on a DevOps journey, start here. This skill will compound over time. 💬 What’s your most-used Git command? #Git #GitHub #DevOps #DevOpsJourney #VersionControl #Cloud #CI_CD #Automation #OpenSource #Learning

🚀 Day 7 of #100DaysOfDevOps Challenge Consistency is slowly turning into confidence! 💪 Today, I deepened my understanding of Git, one of the most essential tools in the DevOps ecosystem. Here’s what I explored: 🔹 Staging Changes with git add Learned how to stage specific files, multiple files, and entire directories before committing changes. 🔹 Staging vs Unstaging Understood how to move changes between the staging area and working directory using commands like git restore --staged. 🔹 Committing Changes Explored how to write meaningful commits and why good commit messages matter for collaboration and version tracking. 🔹 Best Practices for Commit Messages ✔️ Use imperative tone (e.g., “add”, “fix”) ✔️ Keep it short and descriptive ✔️ Focus on what and why, not how 🔹 Working with Remote Repositories git push to upload changes git pull to sync updates git clone to copy repositories 🔹 Branching in Git Learned how to create, switch, merge, and delete branches — a key concept for parallel development and team workflows. 💡 Git is not just about commands — it's about tracking progress, collaborating efficiently, and maintaining code integrity. Every command I learn is another step closer to becoming a better DevOps Engineer. 🌱 🔥 Keep learning. Keep building. Keep growing. #100DaysOfDevOps #DevOpsJourney #Git #VersionControl #LearnInPublic #TechLearning #CloudComputing #SoftwareEngineering #Linux #Automation #flm #ContinuousLearning #CareerGrowth #DevOpsEngineer #CodingJourney #BuildInPublic #TechCommunity #repost #DevSecOps #AIOps #MLOps #MultiCloud

🚀 DevOps Day 21 — Git Branching & DevOps Workflow (Part 3) After fixing networking issues, I moved into real Git workflows. This is where Git becomes powerful. SSH vs HTTPS Git Connections I explored both methods: SSH Method git@github.com:nixhal33/DevOps-Mastery.git Advantages: ✔ No repeated authentication ✔ Secure ✔ DevOps-friendly HTTPS Method (Token Based) git clone https://@github.com/repo.git Steps: • Create Classic Token • Clone repo • Push changes But SSH felt more DevOps-aligned. Git Commands I Practiced ✔ git status ✔ git diff ✔ git add ✔ git commit ✔ git push ✔ git restore ✔ git revert HEAD These commands helped me: • Track changes • Revert mistakes • Monitor code differences Git Branching (Most Important Learning) Production branch: main Development branch: git checkout -b dev Workflow: Create dev branch Make changes Push to dev Merge to main Merge Conflict Practice I intentionally: • Edited files in two branches • Created merge conflict • Resolved manually • Merged successfully This was real-world Git learning. Final DevOps Insight My instructor shared something interesting: DevOps Engineers don't use Git as heavily as developers… But Git is critical for: ✔ CI/CD pipelines ✔ Automation workflows ✔ Infrastructure versioning And now I'm ready for: 🚀 Next Topic: Docker From IaC → Version Control → Containers The DevOps journey continues.  you can checkout my github repo using this link: https://lnkd.in/gjw9Fuxe #DevOps #Git #GitHub #Automation #CI_CD #InfrastructureAsCode #DockerJourney #LearningInPublic

What happens after you push your code to Git? 🤔 Day 16 of my DevOps Journey Today I started learning Jenkins and understood the backbone of DevOps — CI/CD ⚙️🚀 Until now, I was just pushing code… But what happens after that? That’s where CI/CD comes in. CI/CD explained simply: Continuous Integration (CI) → Combination of build + test Whenever a developer commits code to Git: • Code is automatically fetched • Build process starts • Unit tests are executed This helps us quickly know whether new code works with existing code or breaks it Continuous Delivery vs Continuous Deployment: • Continuous Delivery → Code is ready for deployment (manual approval needed) • Continuous Deployment → Code is automatically deployed to production after build & test CI/CD Pipeline stages: Version Control • Code is pushed using tools like Git Build • Code is compiled and prepared for execution Unit Testing • Code is tested to validate functionality Deploy • Application is deployed to environments (Dev/Test/Prod) After deployment, we can see the actual output of the application Tools used for CI/CD pipelines: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure Pipelines, AWS Pipelines, Travis CI, CircleCI, Harness Day 16 realization💡 Writing code is just the beginning. The real power lies in what happens after the commit. CI/CD makes sure: ✔ Code is tested instantly ✔ Issues are caught early ✔ Deployment becomes fast and reliable Now imagine: The moment code is committed It automatically builds → tests → deploys That’s CI/CD. That’s automation replacing manual effort. This is where DevOps actually begins⚡ Next — I’ll go deeper into Jenkins pipelines🔥 See you on Day 17 with Jenkins Installation and Access🚀 #DevOps #Jenkins #CICD #Automation #LearningInPublic #100DaysOfDevOps #Day16 #Git #Linux

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