Throughout my career, I’ve encountered the challenges of managing large codebases. A single undetected compile-time bug can derail a project, especially when compounded by subsequent changes. This experience ignited my passion for DevOps and the power of continuous integration (CI) pipelines.

My DevOps journey began at ZedaSoft, where I set up a Jenkins instance to automate builds and tests.  This proactive approach significantly reduced the risk of undetected bugs and streamlined the development workflow. 

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Since then, I’ve experimented with various CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) tools, including Azure Pipelines at Wabtec and GitHub Actions at Oway and in other projects.

DevOps practices prioritize automation and reliable processes. By automatically building and testing code after each change, teams can catch errors early, drastically improving code quality and saving valuable debugging time.  This approach fosters a culture of collaboration, allowing developers to focus on innovation instead of firefighting.

The benefits of DevOps extend beyond just catching bugs. CI/CD pipelines enable rapid iterations, smaller releases, and faster delivery of new features to users. This agility is a significant advantage in today’s fast-paced business environment, and essential to coordinate efforts of multiple team members.