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DevOps Engineer: The Most Misunderstood Role in Tech

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Mojahid Ul Haque

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DevOps Engineer: The Most Misunderstood Role in Tech

Ever wondered why the role of a DevOps Engineer even exists? I got triggered today, and I'm here to clear some misconceptions.

If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me to "fix the Wi-Fi" or "build a website," I'd be lounging on a beach by now.

What people think DevOps engineers do: - Fix printers - Code 24/7 like robots - Control the cloud (whatever that means)

What we actually do: - Automate everything (yes, even the boring stuff) - Prevent disasters before they happen (you're welcome) - Build stable, scalable infrastructure (well, most of the time)

Think of us as IT pros... but with YAML files, automation tools, and a love for black-and-white terminal screens.

Originally posted on LinkedIn

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