Azure DevOps Services:
- Understand the core components of Azure DevOps, including Azure Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans, and Artifacts.
Source Control:
- Proficiency in using Azure Repos for version control.
- Knowledge of Git and its branching strategies.
Build and Release Pipelines:
- Creating and managing build pipelines for continuous integration.
- Designing release pipelines for continuous deployment.
- Implementing build and deployment strategies, such as blue-green deployments.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
- Experience with tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates or Terraform for defining and deploying infrastructure.
Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
- Configuring and customizing CI/CD pipelines to automate the software delivery process.
- Implementing release gates and approvals.
Testing and Test Automation:
- Integrating testing into pipelines using Azure Test Plans or other testing frameworks.
- Implementing automated testing using tools like Selenium, JUnit, or NUnit.
Collaboration and Agile Development:
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management using Azure Boards.
- Integration with collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams.
Artifact Management:
- Using Azure Artifacts for package management.
- Managing dependencies and artifacts in the software development lifecycle.
Monitoring and Logging:
- Configuring application insights and monitoring tools in Azure.
- Implementing logging and tracing for applications.
Security and Compliance:
- Implementing security best practices in Azure DevOps.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Azure Cloud Knowledge:
- Understanding of Azure services, particularly those related to application development and deployment.
Scripting and Automation:
- Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell or Bash for automation tasks.
Version Control Integration:
- Integrating Azure DevOps with version control systems other than Azure Repos, like GitHub or Bitbucket.
Docker and Containers:
- Understanding containerization concepts.
- Integrating Docker with Azure DevOps for container-based deployments.
Troubleshooting and Debugging:
- Diagnosing and resolving issues within pipelines.
- Debugging build and deployment failures.