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SAFe 5 DevOps Practitioner (SDP)
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Exam Specification: SAFe 5 DevOps Practitioner (SDP)
Exam Name: SAFe 5 DevOps Practitioner
Exam Code: SDP
Exam Duration: 90 minutes
Passing Score: 73%
Exam Format: Multiple-choice, multiple-answer
Course Outline:
1. Introduction to SAFe DevOps
- Understanding the value of DevOps in the context of the SAFe framework
- Exploring the principles and mindset behind SAFe DevOps
- Recognizing the key elements of the Continuous Delivery Pipeline
2. Building a DevOps Culture
- Understanding the importance of a DevOps culture for successful implementation
- Fostering collaboration and communication between development and operations teams
- Encouraging shared responsibility for quality and delivery
3. Planning, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment
- Creating effective release strategies and planning for continuous integration and deployment
- Implementing Continuous Integration practices and tools
- Automating the deployment process for faster and more reliable releases
4. Continuous Testing and Continuous Security
- Incorporating continuous testing into the development process
- Implementing automated testing practices and tools
- Ensuring security throughout the development lifecycle
5. Continuous Feedback and Continuous Learning
- Establishing feedback loops to gather insights and improve the development process
- Leveraging metrics and telemetry for data-driven decision-making
- Promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement
6. Value Stream Mapping and DevOps Improvement
- Mapping and visualizing the value stream to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement
- Implementing DevOps improvements using the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle
- Applying the CALMR approach (Culture, Automation, Lean, Measurement, and Recovery) for DevOps transformation
Exam Objectives:
1. Understand the principles and mindset behind SAFe DevOps.
2. Build a DevOps culture that fosters collaboration and shared responsibility.
3. Plan and implement continuous integration and continuous deployment practices.
4. Implement continuous testing and ensure security throughout the development process.
5. Establish feedback loops and promote continuous learning and improvement.
6. Apply value stream mapping and DevOps improvement techniques.
Exam Syllabus:
Section 1: Introduction to SAFe DevOps (10%)
- Value of DevOps in the SAFe framework
- Principles and mindset of SAFe DevOps
- Elements of the Continuous Delivery Pipeline
Section 2: Building a DevOps Culture (15%)
- Importance of DevOps culture for successful implementation
- Collaboration and communication between development and operations teams
- Shared responsibility for quality and delivery
Section 3: Planning, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment (20%)
- Release strategies and planning for continuous integration and deployment
- Continuous Integration practices and tools
- Automation of deployment processes
Section 4: Continuous Testing and Continuous Security (20%)
- Integration of continuous testing into the development process
- Automated testing practices and tools
- Security considerations throughout the development lifecycle
Section 5: Continuous Feedback and Continuous Learning (20%)
- Feedback loops for insights and improvement
- Metrics and telemetry for data-driven decision-making
- Culture of continuous learning and improvement
Section 6: Value Stream Mapping and DevOps Improvement (15%)
- Value stream mapping and visualization
- DevOps improvements using the PDSA cycle
- CALMR approach for DevOps transformation