Career Switch to Cloud & DevOps : The Complete Guide

Master Google Cloud Plateform, Docker, CI/CD and Fullstack application Deployment

What you'll learn
Understand the fundamentals of Docker and containerization
Build and deploy a complete fullstack web application using Docker and Docker Compose
Deploy and manage resources on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including VMs, networking, cloud sql dabase, secrets and load balancers.
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using GCP Deployment Manager to automate VM, network, and resource deployments.
Create modular and reusable templates for advanced deployment automation using Jinja templates.
Automate deployments using bash scripts, including creating dynamic, concurrent deployments for multiple environments
Learn CI/CD concepts and implement GitLab CI pipelines to deploy fullstack application to production
Integrate quality assurance with Flake8 and unit testing in your CI/CD pipelines for robust code deployment
Build and push Docker images to the GitLab container registry and deploy applications using GitLab CI.
Use advanced GitLab CI features, such as parallel matrix jobs, secure files, and reading secrets from GCP Secret Manager.

Requirements
No prior DevOps or programming experience needed.
Basic Computer Knowledge

Description
Transform your career with hands-on DevOps and cloud engineering skills that employers actually want. This isn't just another theory-heavy course – it's your practical journey to becoming a confident DevOps engineer.Why This Course Stands OutForget abstract concepts and endless slides. In this course, you'll build a complete full-stack application from scratch and deploy it to production using the exact tools and practices that modern tech companies rely on. Every step is practical, purposeful, and designed to give you real-world experience.What You'll BuildThrough three comprehensive sections, you'll master the complete deployment lifecycle:Local Development & ContainerizationMaster Docker fundamentals and build optimized container imagesOrchestrate multi-service applications with Docker ComposeUnderstand frontend-backend architecture and REST API implementationLearn essential networking concepts and volume managementCloud Infrastructure with Google Cloud PlatformSet up professional cloud infrastructure using your $300 free GCP creditsDeploy and manage Virtual Machines, VPC Networks, and Load BalancersImplement secure practices with Cloud SQL and Secrets ManagerAutomate infrastructure provisioning using Deployment ManagerMaster infrastructure-as-code and bash scripting for automationCI/CD Implementation with GitLabImplement professional testing strategies including unit tests and code coverageBuild automated CI/CD pipelinesConfigure and manage GitLab runners on cloud instancesDeploy to production with confidence using GitLab CIReal-World Problem SolvingThroughout the course, you'll develop crucial troubleshooting skills:Debug deployment issues in real-timeSolve common cloud infrastructure challengesLearn to read logs and identify root causesMaster the problem-solving mindset that DevOps engineers need dailyWhat Makes This Course DifferentLearn by doing: Build everything yourself with step-by-step guidanceReal-world focus: Every concept is tied to practical, industry-relevant examplesComplete understanding: Learn not just the "how" but the "why" behind each decisionProduction-ready skills: Graduate with experience in tools actually used by tech companiesBy The End of This Course, You'll Have:✓ A production-deployed full-stack application for your portfolio ✓ Hands-on experience with Docker, Google Cloud, and GitLab CI/CD ✓ The ability to automate infrastructure deployment ✓ Confidence to tackle DevOps engineer interview questions ✓ Real problem-solving experience in cloud environmentsPerfect For:Developers looking to transition into DevOps rolesIT professionals wanting to modernize their skill setStudents aiming for their first DevOps positionAnyone interested in cloud engineering and automationYour Investment in Your Future

Who this course is for
Career Switchers in Tech: Aspiring professionals looking to transition into cloud and DevOps roles, with basic computer skills and no prior advanced technical background.
Beginner developers preparing for cloud DevOps positions or looking to enhance their technical skills with modern cloud deployment and containerization technologies.
Students and Self-Learners: Computer science students or self-taught learners wanting to gain practical, industry-relevant skills in Docker, Google Cloud Platform, and infrastructure management without complex prerequisites.