DevOps Foundation Practice Exam

The DevOps Foundation (DOFD) represents a valuable starting point for individuals seeking to enter the dynamic world of DevOps. This globally recognized certification validates your foundational understanding of key DevOps concepts, terminology, and best practices, equipping you to contribute effectively within DevOps teams.

Who should consider the DevOps Foundation Certification?

• IT professionals: Build a solid foundation for further DevOps certifications and career advancement.
• Business analysts and project managers: Gain insights into DevOps principles to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
• Individuals seeking a career change: Validate your interest and basic understanding of DevOps before diving deeper.
• Students and recent graduates: Gain a competitive edge in the job market with a recognized DevOps credential.

Different Roles 

The DevOps Foundation certification doesn't have specific roles and responsibilities associated with it, as it's an entry-level certification focused on foundational knowledge. However, earning this certification can prepare you for various DevOps roles and responsibilities, depending on your career path and interests. Here's how:

• DevOps Engineer: Learn about the core responsibilities of DevOps engineers, including building and automating CI/CD pipelines, managing infrastructure, and monitoring applications.
• Development Team Member: Gain insights into how DevOps practices impact development workflows and responsibilities.
• IT Operations Specialist: Understand the collaboration and integration between development and operations teams in a DevOps environment.
• Project Manager: Learn how DevOps principles can improve project delivery and collaboration.

Exam Details:

• Format: 60 multiple-choice questions
• Time Limit: 70 minutes
• Languages: English (other languages offered periodically)
  
• Passing Score: 65%

Course Structure

The DevOps Foundation® Exam covers the following topics - 

Domain 1 Exploring DevOps 

• Purpose, objectives and business value of DevOps  

Domain 2  - Core DevOps Principles 

• The Three Ways 

Domain 3 - Key DevOps Practices 

• Emerging DevOps Practices such as continuous delivery and continuous integration 

Domain  4  - Business & Technology Frameworks 

• The relationship between relevant frameworks and standards and DevOps 

Domain 5  - Culture, Behaviors & Operating Models 

• Characteristics of a DevOps culture and of culture change 

Domain 6 - Automation & Architecting DevOps Toolchains 

• The Deployment Pipeline, DevOps toolchains and other automation considerations 

Domain 7 - Measurement, Metrics & Reporting 

• Common DevOps practices and related processes 

Domain 8  - Sharing, Shadowing and Reporting 

• Responsibilities of key roles and considerations relative to the organizational structure.
• Getting started - adoption challenges, risks, critical success factors and key performance measures