Session: Break into DevOps with confidence
Breaking into DevOps can feel overwhelming, especially for beginners, career switchers and women navigating their first steps in tech. In this session, I would like to share my personal journey from software developer to DevOps engineer , the mindset shifts, practical skills and real-world lessons that shaped my path.
Overall this session breaks down DevOps concepts into accessible steps. Attendees will walk away with a clear understanding of:
• What DevOps is and why it matters in today’s tech landscape
• Key tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible and Dev Containers
• How to approach DevOps as a non-traditional candidate or newcomer
The talk also includes personal advice for women in tech from building confidence to navigating learning curves and creating inclusive learning spaces. Whether you’re just starting or looking to pivot into DevOps, this talk offers encouragement and actionable insights to help you take the first step.
Bio
Hi, I’m Radhakrishnan Krishna Kripa, a Lead DevOps engineer with Ansys Inc. with a background in cloud computing and automation. I have over 8 years of experience in integrating DevOps technologies into real-world applications.
My expertise spans CI/CD pipelines, source control Git, SVN, TFS, cloud solutions Azure, AWS and automation tools like Azure, Docker, Containerization, Ansible, Jenkins and TeamCity. Also Visual studio compilers, build configuration changes, Windows server management, Azure cloud configuration.
I am passionate about mentoring aspiring technologists, I will be happy to help beginners trying to get into DevOps world.
Whether you are just starting your journey in tech or looking to expand your skills in DevOps, cloud computing and containerization, I am here to mentor, guide and collaborate with you.