<p>In this episode, we dive deep into practical advice for jumpstarting your career in DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). Whether you're a student or fresh graduate, this guide provides valuable insights on building a strong foundation in the field. </p> <p>Key topics covered include:</p> <ul> <li>The value of development experience in DevOps roles</li> <li>Must-read books for understanding DevOps principles and practices</li> <li>Essential technical skills and tools</li> <li>Building practical personal projects</li> <li>The role of certifications in your career journey</li> <li>Soft skills development and continuous learning</li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p>Useful links:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@t3dotgg" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Theo - t3.gg</a> for industry insights</li> <li><a href="https://winthe.cloud/the-cloud-report-newsletter/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Cloud Report Newsletter</a> by Ilyas Bakouch</li> <li><a href="https://blog.bytebytego.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ByteByteGo Blog</a> for system design and architecture</li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1BXjXjq5nn1SGlU23i6wf3" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">s7aba Podcast</a> Cloud concepts in Darija</li> </ul> <p><br /></p> <p>Whether you're just starting or looking to transition into DevOps/SRE, this episode provides actionable steps and resources to help guide your journey in the field.</p>