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Closing Note: The End of a Transformative Journey

As I reflect on this journey, I experience a blend of pride and a touch of disappointment for not reaching the full 90 days as originally intended. When I embarked on this 90-day DevOps adventure in June 2024, my goal was clear: to build a robust portfolio, deepen my skills, and position myself as a strong candidate for employment in cutting-edge organizations.

However, life has its own plans, and priorities inevitably shift. Alongside this challenge, I began a rigorous 100-day backend development project that started overlapping with my DevOps work. Recognizing that I couldn't effectively manage both without compromising quality, I made the difficult decision to conclude this journey at Day 40.

This choice weighed heavily on my mind, as I understand the importance of following through on commitments. Yet, I firmly believe that completing 40 days of focused learning, overcoming numerous challenges, and achieving tangible results is a success worth celebrating.

What I Learned

This journey was rich with lessons, including:

  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Crafting efficient Terraform configurations to automate cloud resources.
  • Containerization and Orchestration: Building Docker images, managing Kubernetes deployments, and securing clusters.
  • CI/CD Pipelines: Implementing workflows to automate code deployments, ensuring continuous delivery.
  • Problem-Solving: Navigating technical challenges, including local machine failures and coding on mobile when necessary.

These experiences have sharpened my technical skills and bolstered my confidence in tackling real-world DevOps challenges.

To my followers who have accompanied me on this journey, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your support and encouragement.
To potential employers, I hope this journey illustrates my dedication, willingness to learn, and ability to deliver, even when faced
with unexpected changes.

Although concluding at Day 40 may seem unfinished, it represents 40 days of growth, persistence, and achievement.
This is not the end of my DevOps story; it’s merely a pause as I shift focus to my backend development challenge.
I’m excited about what lies ahead and remain open to opportunities where I can bring my skills and passion to the right organization.

Here’s to learning, evolving, and continuing the journey—one project at a time.

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