March 2019
Intermediate
9h 40m
English
Closed Captioning available in English
Overview
In this 9-hour course, you'll explore configuration management using Chef in detail. With hands-on examples and guided lectures, you'll learn to automate infrastructure by developing Chef cookbooks and distributing them efficiently using a Chef Server. Perfect for anyone looking to embrace the DevOps workflow and streamline server provisioning.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Understand the principles of configuration management with Chef and its role in modern DevOps workflows.
- Gain hands-on experience installing and configuring servers using the Chef Development Kit (ChefDK).
- Develop and manage Chef workflows, including cookbooks, recipes, and other critical components.
- Master using a Chef Server to distribute and manage configuration changes across multiple systems.
- Learn effective troubleshooting techniques and explore the potential of community cookbooks and additional Chef resources.
Course Instructor(s)
Your instructor, Venture Belafonte, brings extensive experience in DevOps and configuration management to this course. As an adept educator and practitioner in infrastructure automation, Venture combines technical depth with an engaging teaching style to ensure you not only learn Chef basics but also gain confidence to apply these techniques effectively in real-world scenarios.
Who is it for?
This course is tailored for aspiring and current DevOps engineers who want to deepen their understanding of Chef and configuration management. It is also ideal for operations or development professionals aiming to transition into DevOps roles. Whether you're new to these tools or seeking structured training, this course supports varied learning goals.
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