Getting Started with Octopus Deploy from Pluralsight

Manual deployments are error-prone, painful, and problematic. What you need is a way to model your environments and script your deployments – Octopus is the premier tool for getting this kind of work done, and you’ll explore how to make it happen.

At the core of managing software deployment is a thorough knowledge of Octopus Deploy. In this course, Getting Started with Octopus Deploy, you’ll learn how to use this tool to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle. First, you’ll learn how to model your deployment assets in Octopus. Next, you’ll explore creating your software lifecycle and processes using Projects. Finally, you’ll discover how to use scripting and custom templates to bridge the gaps between Octopus Deploy and your own unique systems. By the end of this course, you’ll have a foundational knowledge of Octopus Deploy that will help you as you move forward to master the art of deploying software.

In this course, you will learn how to deploy different environments with Octopus Deploy, how to automate your future deployments, and how to script the last mile between how Octopus works and the specific needs of your processes.

Before taking this course, you should be familiar with software development in general and the basics of web hosting.

Software deployment is all of the activities that make a software system available for use.

Some of the benefits of deploying programs with Octopus Deploy are release management, deployment automation, operations runbooks, and sellf service operations.

In software engineering, a blue-green deployment is a method of installing changes to a web, app, or database server by swapping alternating production and staging servers.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

How Octopus Solves Deployment

Setting up the Parts of Octopus

Creating Your Environments and Creating a Project

Integrating with Version Control and a Build Process

Understanding Deployment Patterns with Octopus

Customizing Your Deployments with Octopus

Where to Go From Here

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Covers software deployment, which is standard in the IT industry

Teaches Octopus Deploy, which helps learners automate software deployments

Taught by Chris Behrens, an experienced instructor in software deployment

Develops hands-on skills in scripting and custom templates, which are core skills for software deployment

Examines blue-green deployment, which is highly relevant to modern web and app development

Prerequisites include familiarity with software development and web hosting, which may need to be learned in additional courses

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Getting Started with Octopus Deploy with these activities:

Organize and Review Course Materials

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Organizing and reviewing the course materials will help you to better absorb and retain the information.

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Create a dedicated folder for the course
Download and save all course materials
Review the materials regularly

Review Basic Programming Concepts

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Reviewing basic programming concepts will help you to better understand the code examples and concepts discussed in the course.

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Review variables, data types, and operators
Review control flow statements
Review object-oriented programming concepts

Follow the Octopus Deploy Quickstart Tutorial

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This tutorial will provide a hands-on experience with Octopus Deploy's key features, helping you to understand the tool's capabilities.

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Go to the Octopus Deploy website
Start the Quickstart Tutorial
Follow the tutorial steps
Deploy your first application

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Review DevOps Best Practices

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Reviewing this book will help build a foundation for the DevOps concepts we will explore throughout this course.

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Read the Introduction
Read Chapters 2-4
Take notes on key concepts

Follow Octopus Deploy tutorials

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Following tutorials and working along with examples will help reinforce the concepts you will learn in this course.

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Identify relevant tutorials
Follow the steps in the tutorial
Implement what you learned in your own project (optional)

Practice Using Octopus Deploy Commands

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Practicing Octopus Deploy commands will help you become proficient in using the tool's command-line interface.

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Install the Octopus Deploy CLI
List all projects
Create a new project
Deploy a project

Practice creating deployments

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Deploying different environments and using Octopus to automate deployments will solidify your understanding of the concepts.

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Set up a test environment
Create a deployment plan
Deploy your application
Test your deployment
Troubleshoot any issues (optional)

Write a Deployment Plan for Your Own Project

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Creating a deployment plan will force you to think critically about the deployment process for your own project.

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Identify the different environments
Define the deployment process
Create a schedule for deployments
Document the plan

Build a deployment pipeline

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Creating a deployment pipeline will give you hands-on experience with the concepts you learn in this course and help you apply them to a real-world scenario.

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Design your pipeline
Set up the necessary tools and infrastructure
Implement your pipeline
Test your pipeline
Deploy your pipeline to production (optional)

Create a CircleCI Pipeline

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By manually creating a pipeline, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and apply them to your own projects.

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Create a new CircleCI project
Add a new pipeline
Configure the pipeline stages
Run the pipeline
Review the pipeline results

Build a Continuous Delivery Pipeline for a Sample Application

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Building a CD pipeline for a real-world application will provide a comprehensive understanding of the entire deployment process.

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Set up the application
Create a new Octopus Deploy project
Configure the CI/CD pipeline
Deploy the application to different environments
Monitor the pipeline and make improvements

Career center

Learners who complete Getting Started with Octopus Deploy will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Deployment Engineer

Software Deployment Engineers design and manage the software deployment process and ensure that software is deployed reliably and securely. They typically manage the deployment of software applications across multiple production environments and work closely with development teams to ensure that software is deployed according to the release schedule. This course can help you understand the basics of software deployment and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams by automating the software development process and improving the speed and reliability of software delivery. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Release Manager

Release Managers are responsible for planning and executing software releases. They work closely with development and operations teams to ensure that software is released on time and with minimal disruption to users. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems and networks. They typically install, configure, and maintain software and hardware, as well as provide technical support to users. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers are responsible for designing, building, and managing cloud-based infrastructure and applications. They typically work with cloud providers to provision and configure cloud resources, as well as develop and deploy cloud-based applications. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They typically work on all aspects of the software development process, from requirements gathering and analysis to design, coding, and testing. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, develop, and maintain websites and web applications. They typically work on all aspects of the web development process, from requirements gathering and analysis to design, coding, and testing. This course can help you gain a better understanding of the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage your software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve business problems and make informed decisions. They typically work with large datasets to identify trends and patterns, and develop models and algorithms to predict future outcomes. This course may be useful for Data Scientists who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts gather and analyze business requirements, and develop solutions to improve business processes. They typically work with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop solutions that meet their requirements. This course may be useful for Business Analysts who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and control projects to achieve specific goals. They typically work with stakeholders to define project scope, develop project plans, and track project progress. This course may be useful for Project Managers who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain technical documentation, such as user manuals, white papers, and training materials. They typically work with subject matter experts to gather information and develop documentation that is clear and easy to understand. This course may be useful for Technical Writers who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software to ensure that it meets requirements and is free of defects. They typically work with development teams to identify and fix defects, and develop test cases to ensure that software is of high quality. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Analysts who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computers and networks. They typically troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, as well as provide training and support on new software and hardware. This course may be useful for IT Support Specialists who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Computer Network Architect

Computer Network Architects design, build, and maintain computer networks. They typically work with clients to understand their needs and develop network solutions that meet their requirements. This course may be useful for Computer Network Architects who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. They typically work with database software to create, configure, and maintain databases, as well as provide technical support to users. This course may be useful for Database Administrators who are interested in learning more about the software deployment process and how to use Octopus Deploy to manage their software deployments through their entire lifecycle.

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