DevOps Setup Guide

Step 1: Installing Git

Git is essential for working with version control systems.

1. Download the latest version of Git.

2. Run the installer and select the following settings:

   • Use Git from the Windows Command Prompt and WSL.
   • Select OpenSSH for SSH key management.
   • Choose VS Code as the default editor (if installed).

3. Configure your username and email:

git config --global user.name "Your Name"
git config --global user.email "your_email@example.com"

4. Verify the installation:

git --version

Step 2: Installing and Configuring Docker

Docker enables container management, which is crucial for DevOps tools.

1. Download and install Docker Desktop.

2. Enable WSL 2 support:

   • Open Docker Desktop → Settings → General.
   • Select "Use the WSL 2 based engine".
   • Restart Docker Desktop.

3. Verify the installation:

docker --version

4. Add the current user to the Docker group (to run Docker without sudo):

sudo usermod -aG docker ${USER}
newgrp docker

Step 3: Installing Node.js and NPM

Node.js is required for many DevOps tools.

1. Download and install the LTS version of Node.js.
2. Verify the installation:

node -v
npm -v

Step 4: Installing Visual Studio Code

VS Code is one of the best editors for DevOps engineers.

1. Download and install Visual Studio Code.
2. Install DevOps-related extensions:
   • Docker
   • Kubernetes
   • GitLens
   • Remote - WSL
   • Remote Explorer
   • Live Share
   • Ansible
   • Puppet

Step 5: Setting Up the Environment and Tools

5.1 Installing Ansible, Python, and PIP

1. Download and install Python and Ansible.
2. Verify the installation:

python --version
pip --version
ansible --version

5.2 Installing AWS, Azure, and GCP CLI

To manage cloud services, install the respective CLIs:

• AWS CLI — choco install awscli
• Azure CLI — choco install azure-cli
• Google Cloud SDK — choco install gcloudsdk

Step 6: Ensuring Security and Management

6.1 Setting Up VPN and Encryption

1. Install and configure a VPN client (e.g., Pritunl).
2. Enable BitLocker for disk encryption:

Control Panel → System and Security → BitLocker

6.2 Password Management

Use a password manager (e.g., Bitwarden, KeePass).

Step 7: Database Management

Install DBeaver Community.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed all the necessary tools and environments for DevOps work. 🚀

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