Infrastructure Automation with Chef provides a comprehensive understanding of automating infrastructure management through the Chef framework. Participants will engage in hands-on projects that emphasize real-world applications, allowing them to streamline deployment processes and enhance operational efficiency. The course fosters an interactive learning environment where participants can collaborate, share insights, and publish their results in Cademix Magazine, contributing to the broader tech community.
Through a structured approach, the course covers essential concepts and practical skills necessary for effective infrastructure automation. Learners will gain expertise in configuration management, deployment strategies, and continuous integration practices using Chef. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped to implement automation solutions that address various challenges in cloud computing and infrastructure management.
Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Overview of Chef architecture and components
Setting up Chef Workstation and Chef Server
Writing and managing Chef cookbooks
Utilizing Chef recipes and resources for automation
Implementing Chef roles and environments
Integrating Chef with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Continuous integration and deployment pipelines with Chef
Monitoring and troubleshooting Chef-managed infrastructure
Final project: Building a fully automated infrastructure using Chef