DevOps Academy

Empowering Tomorrow's Tech Leaders with DevOps Excellence!

DevOps Academy

By joining our DevOps Academy, you will start a transformative journey where innovation meets expertise to create the future of technology. You will gain exceptional knowledge and hands-on experience from experienced engineers, establishing your career as a junior DevOps engineer.

What separates us? You won’t simply be learning theory; you’ll be engaged in a dynamic program designed by industry experts. Unlock the complete range of DevOps skills, from coding and adept server administration to navigating the intricacies of networking. Discover the potential of intermediate concepts like CI/CD, containerization, and app orchestration as you delve into the boundless possibilities of cloud technologies.

Why DevOps? It’s not just a methodology; it’s a game-changer. Witness its growing prominence and skyrocketing demand in the tech sector firsthand. You’re not just signing up for a course when you choose our Academy; you’re investing in a future-ready skill set that will set you apart in an ever-changing job market.

Consider learning from experts who have not only learned the DevOps practices but also have their fingers on the pulse of industry developments. By the end of the Academy, you will not only be prepared to enter the industry but also to thrive in one of the most dynamic and in-demand sectors.

Take advantage of this opportunity to be at the forefront of technological innovation.

The academy tuition is priced at 2315€, but in celebration of our 5th anniversary, you can secure enrollment with 500€ discount and with a special discounted price of 1815€.

More details regarding the payment method and training certificates, you can find here.

Final date to apply:

Start:

Duration:

Dynamics:

Location:

Language:

Price:

19.03.2024

20.03.2024

9 months

2 meetings per week for 2 hours

Online

English, Macedonian

202€ monthly

What you will learn

Python programming, Git and GitHub, Linux, virtualization and VirtualBox,
Networking fundamentals, Web servers,

Configuring web servers like Apache or Nginx,
API Gateway solutions and Amazon API Gateway,

Cloud computing concepts and cloud-specific services like Amazon EC2,
AWS Lambda and its use cases,

Best practices for designing and optimizing serverles architectures,
Monitoring best practices and metrics collection,

Practice setting up monitoring infrastructure for various services and applications,
Monitoring best practices for web applications and microservices,

Setting up application monitoring for different applications and services,
Jenkins and its role, Jenkins pipelines, CI/CD pipelines,

Ansible and its role in configuration management, Ansible playbooks, roles, and best practices,
Deploying and managing containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes,

Code (IaC) using AWS CDK, Cloud Formation, or Terraform,
Containerization with Docker,

Container Orchestration with Kubernetes.

Curriculum

A Curriculum for Success

General Overview of DevOps Topics,
OOP Concepts,
Introduction to APIs,
Data Formats: XML, JSON, YAML,
Database (DB) Basics.

Basics of Python
Git and GitHub
Essential Concepts of Linux
Virtualization using VirtualBox
Introduction to Networking (Cisco Packet Tracer) and Web Servers
Linux Command-Line Proficiency: Terminal Usage, Network Tools, Text Manipulation.

Web Server Implementation
API Gateway Basics
Networking, Security, and Protocols
OSI Model, Email, SMTP Protocols
LDAP Setup.

Major cloud providers and fundamental concepts to navigate diverse cloud environments.
Differentiate between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models and tailor solutions to meet business needs
Cloud-specific services, such as Amazon EC2, to deploy and manage virtual servers
AWS Lambda for serverless computing (capabilities and applications for developing scalable, event-driven applications without managing infrastructure)
AWS CloudFormation for efficient infrastructure provisioning (serverless architectures for scalable and cost-effective solutions).

Monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and DataDog
Application monitoring tools like AppDynamics
ELK stack (ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana) for log management and analysis.

Jenkins to automate software development and deployment pipelines.
Simplify configuration management and automate infrastructure with Ansible playbooks.
Secrets management with Vault (installation, dynamic secret generation, access control).
Artifact management with Artifactory (including installation, configuration, version control, and integration with CI/CD pipelines).

Fundamentals of Docker containerization (container creation, image management, and Dockerfile scripting).
Container orchestration, scalability, and automation to deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications.
Integrate Docker and Kubernetes to achieve scalability, resilience, and efficient resource utilization.
Declarative configurations, and modularization with Terraform modules,
Use CloudFormation's streamlined template-based approach for scalable and reproducible infrastructure deployments.

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Metodija Andonov Chento
no.15 Bitola, North Macedonia

+389 72 309 282

iwec@iwconnect.com

Contact us

Teodora Gonovska

Teodora has been captivated by computers and all things tech-related since she was a child. This interest led her to pursue a degree in computer science at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies in Bitola. Her work with cloud and integration technologies, virtualization, and networking has only strengthened her love for the field. Outside of work, Teodora enjoys spending time in nature, hiking, and spending time with her family and dogs, and reading books is also one of her favorite hobbies. She believes that learning is a lifelong journey and that a positive attitude is key to success. Her motivational motto is, "The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you."

Kristijan Nashoku

Kristijan has a master degree at FICT Bitola in the field of Management of Information Systems, afterwards he started to work as IT Support specialist at the automotive industry. Now is part of the ⋮IWConnect team, where he is working with Unix based systems and supporting technologies as it is TIBCO. Also in ⋮IWConnect started to learn and introduce to DevOps technologies and cloud fundamentals. His fields of interests are running processes on the supported hosts, running processes in OS (Unix, Windows) and log analyzing. His free time wants to spend with his family and friends. Also is passionate about sports (skiing, hiking, cycling) and watching football and handball matches.

Nikola Trajkovski

Meet a dedicated Cloud practitioner with expertise in AWS, Terraform, Serverless Framework, Docker, Kubernetes, Elastic Stack, and more. With a longstanding passion for IT technology and years of experience as a developer, this results-driven engineering professional excels in control systems operation, maintenance, installation, and configuration. Enthusiastic about continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies. "Embrace the journey of perpetual growth, where each day becomes a canvas for learning. In the realm of knowledge, there are no limits—only new horizons to explore. Elevate your potential, master the unknown, and let the pursuit of wisdom be the guiding force of your extraordinary journey."

Emilija Markovski

From her mid-twenties, Ema became deeply fascinated by computers and all things tech. This newfound passion drove her to dive into the world of IT, where she dedicated herself to mastering computer science, especially application operations. Through diligent study and hands-on experience, she delved into diverse technologies and the intricacies of various application lifecycles, further fueling her passion for the field. Outside of work, Ema cherishes moments with her family and her golden retriever, Majlo. She finds joy in reading books and solving puzzles, with a special affinity for 3D puzzles. Ema also collects Kinder Natooons toys, and her favorite color is turquoise. Ema lives by the motto, "It always seems impossible until it's done," which motivates her to pursue success relentlessly. Her extensive experience across different technologies has granted her a deep understanding of IT systems.

Aneta Trajkovska

Introducing Aneta Trajkovska, a distinguished educator with a Master's in Computer Science, currently pursuing a Ph.D. and previously serving as a demonstrator at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies in Bitola. As a certified AWS Solution Architect, she brings a wealth of practical expertise, particularly excelling in crafting monitoring solutions with Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Logstash. Join her for an insightful learning journey into AWS and Elasticsearch, guided by a unique blend of academic rigor and hands-on experience. Aneta enjoys spending time cooking, reading books and classes for folk dancing. She believes that the magic in learning is that we are every day more shining than the previous one. Her life motto is: "Embrace the journey, conquer the challenges, and let every experience be a stepping stone to greater heights".

Spaska Jakjimoska

Spaska Jakjimoska is a graduate electrical engineer with excellent knowledge of mathematics and extensive experience in education. Several years ago, she entered the world of data science and machine learning. She continuously learns and upgrades her skills. Spaska enjoys reading, watching movies, and decorating cakes. Her personal motto is, "Good returns with good."

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