How can a Software Performance Engineer transition into a DevOps Engineer role?

Question

What steps are necessary for a Software Performance Engineer to take in order to become a DevOps Engineer?

Answer 1

Transitioning from a Software Performance Engineer to a DevOps role involves understanding DevOps principles, learning relevant tools like Git, Jenkins, Docker, and Terraform, expanding coding skills (Python, Bash), gaining cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure), collaborating well, and possibly obtaining certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer. Stay updated through networking, update your resume to highlight relevant skills, and focus on showcasing how your performance engineering background complements DevOps.

If you are interested in getting into this field, then check out this video about Venkat and how he switched his career to DevOps Engineer just after completing the Azure Course from Intellipaat.