DevOps and Software Engineering Capstone Project from edX

In this Capstone course, you will apply your skills and knowledge acquired in previous courses and demonstrate your proficiency in DevOps practices. You’ll plan, develop, test, deploy, monitor, and enhance a secure microservices-based application on Cloud across several sprints, using a variety of Agile, Cloud Native, and CI/CD technologies and tools. ****

You will utilize, Agile development practices to plan for and progress your project. You will use REST APIs and Python to develop an application. You will create Docker images and orchestrate their deployment using Kubernetes and OpenShift. You will work with GitHub repositories, test your application using TDD/BDD practices, and build Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

Upon completing your capstone project, you’ll have applied your knowledge and skills with numerous tools and technologies and added a project to showcase in your portfolio that demonstrates your skills as a DevOps professional. It is highly recommended that before starting this course, you have completed the various courses in the IBM DevOps and Software Engineering Professional Certificate or have equivalent experience.

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Learning objectives

Build an application composed of several microservices and deploy using containers and serverless on cloud.
Develop test cases and test your app during various stages of its lifecycle; utilize ci/cd tools to update and deploy your app.

Create and execute user sprint plans, identify user requirements, and write user stories.
Develop a plan to startor enhance your career as a devops professional.

Build an application composed of several microservices and deploy using containers and serverless on cloud.
Develop test cases and test your app during various stages of its lifecycle; utilize ci/cd tools to update and deploy your app.
Create and execute user sprint plans, identify user requirements, and write user stories.
Develop a plan to startor enhance your career as a devops professional.

Syllabus

Module 1: Create and Execute Sprint Plans

Agile Planning

Hands-On Lab

Module 2: Develop and Test an Application Composed of MicroServices

Develop a RESTful Service Locally

Hands-On Lab: Develop Your Model using TDD

Module 3: Add Continuous Integration (CI) to a Repository

Add Continuous Integration (CI) to a Repository

Hands-On Lab: Add Continuous Integration

Add Query and Action Routes

Hands-On Lab: Add Query Route to Your RESTful Service

Module 4: Containerize Your Application Using Docker

Deploy Your Application to Kubernetes

Hands-On Lab: Deploy Your Application to Kubernetes

Module 5: Build an Automated CI/CD DevOps Pipeline

Hands-On Lab: Build an Automated CI/CD DevOps Pipeline Using OpenShift

Add a Cloud Native Toolkit

Hands-On Lab: Add a Cloud Native Toolkit

Module 6: Final Submission and Evaluation

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Builds a strong foundation for beginners in DevOps practices

Required prior experience may not be readily attainable by all students

Teaches skills, knowledge, and tools that are highly relevant to industry

Provides experience with Continuous Integration, Deployment, and Testing (CI/CD)

Covers containerization, serverless computing, and cloud-native development

Offers hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical experience

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 DevOps and Software Engineering Capstone Project with these activities:

Read 'Continuous Delivery' by Jez Humble and David Farley

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Gain insights into best practices for continuous delivery and DevOps principles.

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Acquire a copy of 'Continuous Delivery' by Jez Humble and David Farley
Read through the book, paying attention to key concepts and case studies
Take notes and highlight important sections for future reference
Discuss the book's contents with peers or online communities

Organize and Review Course Materials for Key Concepts and Skills

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Strengthen understanding of course concepts by reviewing and organizing lecture notes, assignments, and other materials.

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Gather all course materials, including notes, slides, assignments, and discussions
Review the materials and identify key concepts and skills
Organize the materials into a logical structure, such as by topic or module
Summarize key points and insights from the materials

Practice writing RESTful API responses with RESTClient

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Solidify understanding of REST API development by writing and testing API responses.

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Install RESTClient extension for your browser
Create a REST API endpoint using your preferred programming language and framework
Use RESTClient to send various HTTP requests to your API endpoint
Inspect the API responses and verify they conform to RESTful API best practices

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Build a Docker Image for a Python Web Application

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Reinforce concepts of containerization by creating a Docker image for a Python web application.

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Create a simple Python web application
Set up your Docker development environment
Write a Dockerfile to define the image build process
Build and test your Docker image
Push your Docker image to a registry

Explore Advanced Features of Kubernetes with the Kubernetes Documentation

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Deepen understanding of Kubernetes by exploring its advanced features through the official documentation.

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Go to the Kubernetes documentation website
Navigate to sections covering topics such as networking, security, storage, and troubleshooting
Read through the documentation, paying special attention to examples and code snippets
Follow along with hands-on exercises to apply your knowledge

Host a Group Discussion on Cloud Native Best Practices

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Enhance communication and collaboration skills while discussing and sharing knowledge about cloud native best practices.

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Gather a group of peers or colleagues
Choose a specific topic related to cloud native best practices, such as container management, microservice architecture, or continuous deployment
Prepare talking points and questions to guide the discussion
Facilitate the discussion, ensuring everyone has a chance to share their perspectives and experiences
Summarize key takeaways and identify areas for further exploration or improvement

Contribute to an Open Source Project in the Cloud Native Ecosystem

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Enhance practical skills and contribute to the community by participating in an open source project related to cloud native technologies.

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Identify an open source project in the cloud native ecosystem that aligns with your interests
Read the project documentation and familiarize yourself with its goals and codebase
Identify a specific issue or feature that you can contribute to
Fork the project repository, create a branch, and make your changes
Submit a pull request with your proposed changes

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