This is the second part of our series related to popular DevOps (aka DevOops) misconceptions and falsehoods. In the first part of our series we busted 5 myths surrounding , continuous integration, and continuous delivery as well as defined the role of automated tools in the practical implementation of this methodology. DevOps certification We also briefed you on the DevOps application fields and a symbiotic relationship between the approach in question and the cloud. As the behind DevOps are continuously gaining traction, a growing number of DevOps misconceptions are floating around in both the tech and not-so-tech world. terms and philosophy Although have managed to sprinkle some DevOps on their regular workflows, the prevailing majority of them have reached the deadlock operating under some ubiquitous myths. lots of software companies With that being said, let's disprove another 5 common DevOps myths that you might have heard before. Busting 5 More Myths About DevOps 1. ‘DevOps Doesn’t Work for Enterprises’ DevOps is applicable to everyone regardless of their industry or the company size. The implementation of this approach is fundamentally a change of process and the trick is that large companies don't set up cozy teams that can develop, qualify, and deploy code independently. Therefore, unlike , enterprises have to conduct an orchestra of hundreds of employees by applying a more methodical approach for how they create, qualify, and release the code. small and medium-sized organizations 2. ‘DevOps is a Cure-It-All Approach’ Here’s the harsh truth: Neither (Waterfall, Scrum - choose your option) nor DevOps is a panacea. DevOps as an ethos has the ability to uplift the current ailing software practices and is touted as the . Agile key to quality software While this is certainly true, this philosophy can also pose potential risks and minor inconveniences like software feature bloating or narrow team member roles. So don’t expect it to take you from zero to a hero like a Fairy Godmother. Not to mention that it’s not an instant, off-the-shelf solution. 3. ‘DevOps Uses Only Open-Source Software’ We all got wind of DevOps success stories when a company nailed it using the LAMP stack. However, while calls for specific technological improvements like automated testing and version control configurations, it works just fine on apps running mainframes and firmware. DevOps DevOps is a set of principles, meaning that the approach is largely unaffected by the underlying technology being used. 4. ‘DevOps Requires Teams’ Physical Proximity’ If you still have this delusion after months of lockdown, you need a . good dose of reality With the right tools and frameworks to promote communication and collaboration along the DevOps lifecycle, can go toe-to-toe with in-office teams. remote workplace culture Besides, remote teams usually have greater visibility into what others are working on, which also supports the main idea of DevOps. 5. DevOps Guns for ITIL Although some may view DevOps as a backlash to ITIL, in reality, they complement each other. ITIL remains the best codification of the processes that buttress IT and sums up lots of capacities required to prompt a DevOps-style workstream. Operations So instead of choosing between ITIL and DevOps, pick and utilize the best from both worlds. The Many Faces of DevOps With this, we’ve covered some of the most common myths regarding DevOps. While no DevOps playbook can guide you through the adoption process, you can at least develop a holistic understanding of this methodology to avoid bumps. You just need a bit of a perfect combination of to deliver the desired outcomes. workflow, tools, and potential individuals Subscribe to ’s newsletters via our subscribe form in the footer. HackerNoon

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