DevOps is one of the core offerings at First Move Partners where we take pride in delivering following the in-line best practices. A set of cultural philosophies, practices, and tools aimed at integrating software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops) to deliver high-quality software more rapidly and efficiently to our valuable customers.
FMP’s in-class key DevOps practices:
- Continuous Integration (CI):
Developers regularly integrate their code changes into a shared repository. Automated build and testing processes are triggered to ensure that new code doesn’t break existing functionality.
- Continuous Delivery (CD):
Extending CI, CD involves automatically deploying code changes to various environments (e.g., staging, production) after passing tests. This enables a more frequent and reliable release process.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure using code, typically using tools like Terraform or Ansible. This practice ensures consistency and repeatability in infrastructure setup.
- Configuration Management:
Maintain consistent configurations across various environments using tools like Puppet, Chef, or Ansible. This reduces the chances of configuration-related issues.
- Automated Testing:
Implement automated testing at various levels (unit, integration, acceptance, performance) to ensure software quality and stability.
- Continuous Monitoring:
Set up monitoring and alerting systems to keep track of application and infrastructure performance. Proactively identify and address issues before they impact users.
- Version Control:
Use version control systems (e.g., Git) to track changes to code and configurations, enabling collaboration and providing a history of changes.
- Microservices Architecture:
Divide applications into smaller, loosely coupled services that can be developed, deployed, and scaled independently. This promotes agility and easier maintenance.
- Collaboration and Communication:
Foster strong collaboration between development, operations, and other teams involved in the software delivery process. Communication tools and practices facilitate sharing information and resolving issues quickly.
- Security as Code:
Embed security practices into the development and deployment process, ensuring that security is not an afterthought.
- Containerization and Orchestration:
Use containers (e.g., Docker) to package applications and their dependencies for consistent deployment across environments. Orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) manage containerized applications, automating scaling and management.
- Feedback Loops:
Create feedback loops between development, operations, and end-users to improve software quality and responsiveness to user needs.
- Automated Deployment Pipelines:
Build automated deployment pipelines that encompass code integration, testing, deployment, and monitoring. This reduces manual intervention and accelerates the delivery process.
- Lean and Agile Practices:
Embrace Lean and Agile principles to encourage iterative development, continuous improvement, and a focus on delivering value to users.
DevOps practices aim to break down silos between development and operations, increase collaboration, and create a culture of shared responsibility for the entire software delivery lifecycle. The specific practices adopted vary based on the client’s goal to be achieved, technology stack, and existing processes.
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