Technical Microcredential

DevOps Engineering

Learn how to implement Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD); work with Kubernetes and OpenShift; and apply best practices for microservices, serverless computing, security, and monitoring.

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6 weeks, entirely online

excluding orientation

Earn an official certificate

from IBM

Capstone project

add to your portfolio

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multiple payment options

On Completion of This Technical Microcredential, You’ll Walk Away With:

1

Core DevOps Knowledge

Gain a deep understanding of the core concepts of DevOps, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), automation, and infrastructure as code.

2

Cloud-Native Deployment Experience

Build practical experience working with containers, Kubernetes, and serverless architectures for scalable deployments.

3

CI/CD Automation Skills

Develop skills to automate software delivery using CI/CD tools and best practices.



4

A Capstone Project

Complete a portfolio-ready capstone project that showcases your ability to integrate DevOps workflows and tools, and demonstrates your deployment, security, and monitoring skills.

Why Pursue a Technical Microcredential?

Learn how our IBM technical microcredentials go beyond the traditional value of massive open online courses.

Premium Experience

Technical Microcredential

Asynchronous Modules

Study at your own pace and in your own time, entirely online

Graded Module Assignments

Apply what you learn each week to quizzes and ongoing project submissions

Weekly Live Sessions
(with Office Hours)

Interact with your peers and learning facilitators through optional weekly live sessions

Capstone Project

Apply your new skillset and add to your portfolio

Industry-Backed Certificate

Earn a certificate from IBM — an industry leader for more than a century

Instructor Access

Learn from IBM subject matter experts who will guide you throughout your learning experience

Cohort-Based Peer Interaction

Benefit from peer interaction and networking opportunities within a supportive, engaged cohort

Xpert Learning Assistant
(24/7 Support)

Enhance your learning experience with our AI-powered, personalized Learning Assistant

Massive Open Online Course

Asynchronous Modules

Study at your own pace and in your own time, entirely online

Graded Module Assignments

Apply what you learn each week to quizzes and ongoing project submissions

Weekly Live Sessions
(with Office Hours)

Not included

Capstone Project

Not included

Industry-Backed Certificate

Not included

Instructor Access

Not included

Cohort-Based Peer Interaction

Not included

Xpert Learning Assistant
(24/7 Support)

Not included

Gain In-Demand Skills

Automated deployment
Cloud-native development
Serverless computing

Course Curriculum

Over the duration of this online technical microcredential, you’ll work your way through the following modules:

Module 1

Introduction to Containers, Kubernetes, and OpenShift

Learn how to build cloud-native applications, and deploy and scale your applications.

Module 2

Microservices and Serverless

Delve into microservices and serverless computing, and learn how to build and manage scalable cloud applications.

Module 3

Foundations of Software Testing

Explore software testing fundamentals, levels, and workflows.

Module 4

Test-Driven Development

Explore TDD tools and techniques to write effective tests.

Module 5

Behavior-Driven Development

Learn how to apply Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) using Behave and Gherkin.

Module 6

Continuous Integration

Learn about CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows.

Module 7

Continuous Delivery, DevOps, and GitOps

Explore modern delivery practices using DevOps and GitOps principles.

Module 8

Foundations of Application Security

Learn core security principles to protect applications and data.

Module 9

Advanced Application Security and Best Practices

Explore advanced techniques to secure and harden applications.

Module 10

Monitoring Fundamentals

Learn to monitor applications and systems using key tools and techniques.

Module 11

Observability Practices

Explore advanced observability with logging, tracing, and telemetry tools.

Module 12

Capstone Project: DevOps in Practice

Learn how to develop a secure RESTful microservice and build a secure, automated DevOps pipeline.

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An Online Education That Sets You Apart

This IBM online technical microcredential is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from:

Personalized and People-Mediated Experience

Enjoy an online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.

International Selection of Universities

Gain relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from reputable universities.

Flexible but Structured Approach

Plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones, entirely online.

Frequently Asked Questions

This technical microcredential is broken down into self-paced weekly modules designed to help you manage your time effectively and complete your certificate in 12 weeks. You'll engage with a combination of online resources, interactive content, peer discussions, real-world case studies, and practical assignments to accelerate your learning.

Build job-ready DevOps skills and earn an official certificate from IBM, a pioneer in the information technology industry.

Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with your digital certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the technical microcredential handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the technical microcredential.

You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a three-part payment plan, with the first installment due prior to the course start date.

You can also opt for employer assistance with your course fees. Of our past students, 37 percent of our students have received employer assistance, and you can too. All you need to register is your sponsor’s name, email, and billing address. They’ll receive an email with instructions.

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