# Getting to Know DevOps

### [*Overview*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-overview)

[*De*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-devops-explained)[*vOps*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-core-devops-principles) [*combines*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-devops-explained) [*software*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-overview) [*d*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-core-devops-principles)[*evelopme*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-overview)[*nt and operations to inc*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-devops-explained)[*rease the efficiency, speed,*](https://noobdevblog.hashnode.dev/getting-to-know-devops#heading-core-devops-principles) *and security of software development and delivery as compared to traditional processes.*

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### ***DevOps explained***

*DevOps is a methodology in the software development and IT industry. In simple words, DevOps is just a combination of software development (dev) and operation (ops) for the fast delivery of software. DevOps is responsible for the collaboration of the development and operational team.*

### *Core DevOps principles*

*By adopting these* [***four key principles***](https://about.gitlab.com/blog/2022/02/11/4-must-know-devops-principles/) *an organization can improve code quality, faster deployment of applications, and engage in better application planning.*

1. ***Automation of software development lifecycle.*** *It includes automating testing, builds, releases, and other manual tasks that can slow down the software delivery process.*
    
2. ***Collaboration and communication.*** *A good DevOps team has automation, but a great DevOps team also has effective collaboration communication.*
    
3. ***Continuous improvement and minimization of waste.*** *A high-performing DevOps team is regularly looking for areas that could be improved.*
    
4. ***Hyperfocus on user needs with short feedback loops.*** *Through automation, improved collaboration and communication, and continuous improvement, DevOps teams can take a moment and focus on what real users really want, and how to provide it to them.*
    

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