Expert DevOps Engineer
Push the boundaries of cloud engineering by mastering the tools and methodologies that power global-scale infrastructures. This expert-level program focuses on building your own cloud from the ground up, implementing high-availability systems, and leading strategic Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) initiatives.
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About the Course
What You'll Learn
The transition from a professional to an expert DevOps engineer requires a shift from managing tools to architecting entire ecosystems. The Expert DevOps Engineer course is Arvan Academy’s most advanced technical track, designed for those who aim to reach the pinnacle of the cloud industry.
This program moves into the “deep tech” of the cloud, focusing on Infrastructure as Code (IaC), GitOps, and the foundational technologies of private and public clouds. By simulating enterprise-grade production environments, you will learn to build, secure, and optimize infrastructures using the same stack used by the world’s leading cloud providers.
What You Will Learn
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate the provisioning of complex multi-cloud environments using Terraform.
- GitOps & Continuous Deployment: Implement modern service management and automated deployments through Argo CD.
- Cloud Architecture from Scratch: Gain hands-on experience deploying and managing cloud infrastructures based on OpenStack and Ceph.
- Site Reliability Engineering (SRE): Apply high-availability principles using Keepalived and develop SRE methodologies to ensure system resilience and performance.
Skills-Focused
Skills You'll Gain
Curriculum Outline
Topics Covered in This Course
Nexus
- Introduction Part 1
- Introduction Part 2
- What Is Nexus? Why It Matters and Key Features
- Nexus vs Artifactory: Design
- Repository Types and Case Study
- Blob Stores and Types: Cleanup Policies and Benefits
- Realms: Users, Groups, Roles, and Privileges
- Routing Rules, Content Selectors, Email Server, and Proxy
- Nexus REST API Usage
- Backup and Restore: HA and Replication
- Best Practices
- Designing and Creating a Compose File
- Installation on Docker
- Manual Configuration: Docker Proxy
- Manual Configuration: APT Proxy
15 Lessons
2 hours and 2 minutes
Object Storage
- What Is MinIO? Why It Matters, Key Features, and Examples
- Erasure Coding and Replication
- Deployment Strategy and Design
- Synchronous vs Asynchronous Replication
- MinIO Console, CLI, and API
- Object Versioning, Lifecycle Management, Retention, and Tiering
- PBAC: Authentication, Authorization, Policies, Users, and Groups
- Other Concepts: MonLog and Encryption
- Installation on Docker
- Configuration with CLI
- MinIO Site Replication
11 Lessons
1 hour and 51 minutes
Keepalived
ArgoCD
- What Is GitOps? Principles and Benefits
- Push and Pull Deployment: CD with and without GitOps
- SSOT and GitOps Features
- Argo CD vs Flux CD: Reconciliation Loop
- What Is Argo CD? Key Features
- Core Concepts
- Architecture
- Deployment Strategies: Monorepo and Multi-Repo
- App of Apps, ApplicationSet, and Generators
- Other Argo Tools and Kargo
- Installation and Configuration
- Creating a Sample App with CLI
- Creating a Sample App with CLI, Helm, and App of Apps
- Creating an ApplicationSet
- Other Configuration
15 Lessons
2 hours and 14 minutes
OpenStack
- Cloud Computing: What It Is, Why It Matters, and Its History
- How OpenStack Works: HLD and LLD
- OpenStack Core Components
- OpenStack Component Details
- Other OpenStack Components Part 1
- Other OpenStack Components Part 2
- Other OpenStack Concepts
- OpenStack Deployment Methods
- OpenStack End-to-End Testing
- OpenStack Automation and API
- OpenStack High Availability
- Design and HLD: Preparing a Single Node
- All-in-One Installation with Kolla Ansible Part 1
- All-in-One Installation with Kolla Ansible Part 2
- Design and HLD: Preparing Multiple Nodes
- Multi-Node Installation with Kolla Ansible
- Multi-Node Post-Deployment and Testing
- OpenStack Testing and Configuration with CLI and GUI
18 Lessons
4 hours and 22 minutes
Ceph
- Ceph introduction
- What Is SDX? Part 1
- What Is SDX? Part 2
- Storage Types
- History of Ceph and Introduction to Ceph
- Core Components and Services
- Core Concepts Part 1
- Core Concepts Part 2
- Core Concepts Part 3
- Preparing the Lab Environment
- Deploying Ceph Storage with Ceph-Ansible
- Essential Ceph Commands for Ceph Admins Part 1
- Essential Ceph Commands for Ceph Admins Part 2
- Essential Ceph Commands for Ceph Admins Part 3
- Operating and Managing a Ceph Cluster with Ceph-Ansible
- Converting an Existing Cluster to cephadm
16 Lessons
3 hours and 57 minutes
Terraform
- Introduction and Review
- Why and How?
- Terraform Installation
- Workflow, Syntax & Arguments
- Getting Started: Hands-On
- Arguments
- Variables
- Terraform Modules
- Terraform Modules: Practical
- Terraform CLI
- Terraform CLI: Practical
- Import, Backends, and CDK
- Terraform Import Example
- Terraform Backend Example
- Terraform CDK Example
- Conclusion
16 Lessons
1 hour and 49 minutes
Growth Path
Who Should Enroll?
This program is tailored for those moving into strategic, high-impact leadership roles in infrastructure.
Senior DevOps Specialists
Infrastructure & Cloud Engineers
Technical Managers & Team Leads
Earn Your Professional Credential
Arvan Academy courses are engineered to meet international standards and job market requirements. Upon successful completion, you will receive a Verified Certificate of Completion. A powerful addition to your resume and LinkedIn profile that demonstrates your commitment to technical excellence.
Answers to Your Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Expert DevOps Engineer course free?
Yes. Like all training programs at Arvan Academy, this expert track is 100% free of charge.
What career roles does this course prepare me for?
This program prepares you for top-tier strategic roles, including DevOps Architect, SRE Engineer, or Cloud Infrastructure Manager.
Are there any prerequisites?
Yes. This is our most advanced track. You must have full mastery of the topics covered in the Professional DevOps Engineer course before enrolling.
What are the key tools covered?
The curriculum emphasizes high-end tools such as Terraform, Argo CD, Keepalived, OpenStack, and Ceph.
How long is the course?
The program consists of 18 hours of high-density, project-driven video content.
Step Into the Cloud Job Market with Confidence
Bridge the gap between learning and employment. Join Arvan Academy to master the high-demand skills needed to launch or advance your career as a Cloud Engineer, NOC Specialist, or SRE Professional.