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Intermediate level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master Azure DevOps project management, boards, and source control tools

  • Build and automate CI/CD pipelines with YAML and the classic editor

  • Implement branching strategies, merge conflicts, and branch protections

  • Manage test plans, artifacts, and multi-stage deployments effectively

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There are 10 modules in this course

Updated in May 2025.

This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the full potential of Azure DevOps and Git to master modern software delivery practices. This course equips you with the skills to manage projects, streamline development, and implement robust CI/CD pipelines. From planning to deployment, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of DevOps principles and practices. Your journey begins by exploring foundational DevOps concepts, including Agile development, Azure Boards, and integration with GitHub. You'll set up and configure Azure DevOps environments, manage projects, and customize boards to align with team processes. Discover the intricacies of source control through Azure Repos, delve into branching strategies, and resolve merge conflicts with ease. Next, the course delves into pipelines, where you'll design and automate build and release workflows using YAML and classic editors. Gain expertise in multi-stage deployments, self-hosting agents, and adding status badges. Explore test plans, artifact management, and advanced release techniques to refine your CI/CD pipelines. This course is designed for software developers, DevOps professionals, and IT managers looking to enhance their Azure DevOps skills. Basic familiarity with Git and software development processes is recommended. Difficulty level: Intermediate.

In this module, we will introduce the course, providing an overview of the key topics and objectives you will learn. This foundational video sets the stage for understanding Azure DevOps, Git, and their role in modern DevOps practices.

What's included

1 video1 reading

1 video•Total 2 minutes
  • Introduction•2 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
  • Full Course Resources•10 minutes

In this module, we will explore foundational project management methodologies and how they intersect with DevOps. You’ll gain insights into Agile development practices and understand how Azure DevOps integrates with GitHub to streamline workflows.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videos•Total 12 minutes
  • Waterfall vs Agile•6 minutes
  • Agile Development and DevOps•2 minutes
  • Azure DevOps and GitHub•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Project Management and DevOps Concepts - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the process of setting up and managing your Azure DevOps environment. From creating an account to configuring project settings and teams, this section ensures you have a robust foundation for project management.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videos•Total 17 minutes
  • Section Overview•1 minute
  • Create Azure DevOps Account•6 minutes
  • Manage Organization•6 minutes
  • Manage Project•2 minutes
  • Manage Project Settings and Teams•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Create Azure DevOps Project Space - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will delve into Azure DevOps Boards, a key feature for tracking and managing project tasks. Learn how to use boards for sprint planning, create custom workflows, and leverage dashboards to monitor progress effectively.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videos•Total 35 minutes
  • Introduction To Boards and Work Items•9 minutes
  • Sprint Planning•7 minutes
  • Customize Boards For Your Team•9 minutes
  • Creating Custom Team Processes•4 minutes
  • Using Queries and Dashboards•5 minutes
  • Section Review•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Boards - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will explore Azure DevOps Repos, focusing on source control and collaborative workflows. From creating and managing repositories to implementing best practices for branching, this section ensures you’re equipped for effective version control.

What's included

14 videos1 assignment

14 videos•Total 64 minutes
  • What is Source Control?•5 minutes
  • Types of Source Control Management Systems•3 minutes
  • Azure Repos Overview•1 minute
  • Create New Repository•3 minutes
  • Clone an existing Repository with Visual Studio Code•7 minutes
  • Commit and Push using CLI•7 minutes
  • Commit, Stage and Push using Visual Studio Code•8 minutes
  • Fetch and Pull Code Changes•4 minutes
  • Why Protect a Branch?•3 minutes
  • Implement Branch Protection Policies•3 minutes
  • Using Pull Requests•10 minutes
  • Working with Git tags•4 minutes
  • Forking a Repo•4 minutes
  • Section Overview•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Repos - Assessment 4•15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on branching and merging strategies in Git. Learn how to manage branches effectively, resolve conflicts, and utilize advanced techniques like rebasing and squash commits to enhance your workflows.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videos•Total 28 minutes
  • Git Merge vs Git Rebase•2 minutes
  • Setup New Branches•2 minutes
  • Performing a Merge (no Fast Forward)•6 minutes
  • Dealing with Merge Conflicts•8 minutes
  • Performing a Squash Commit•2 minutes
  • Performing a Rebase•4 minutes
  • Performing a Semi-Linear Merge•3 minutes
  • Section Review•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Git Branching and Merging Methods - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will cover Azure DevOps Pipelines, essential for automating CI/CD processes. You’ll learn to create pipelines using YAML and the Classic Editor, set up self-hosting agents, and enable continuous integration for seamless software delivery.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videos•Total 41 minutes
  • Understanding Build and Releases Pipelines•2 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Pipelines Key Concepts•3 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Pipelines Overview•2 minutes
  • Author YAML Azure Pipeline•4 minutes
  • Configure an Azure DevOps self-hosting agent•10 minutes
  • Build Pipeline using the Classic Editor•6 minutes
  • Enable Continuous Integration•9 minutes
  • Adding a build status badge•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Pipelines - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on Azure DevOps Release Pipelines. Learn how to automate software releases, test manual deployments, and create multi-stage deployments for comprehensive delivery pipelines.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videos•Total 44 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Release Pipelines Overview•3 minutes
  • Setup Release Pipeline•7 minutes
  • Testing Manual Releases to Azure Web App•5 minutes
  • Automating Build and Release Pipeline•8 minutes
  • Creating Multi-stage Deployments•12 minutes
  • Additional Features and Considerations•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Release Pipelines - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will explore advanced tools like Azure Test Plans and Artifacts. Understand how to create effective test plans and manage artifacts for seamless integration into your CI/CD workflows.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videos•Total 28 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Test Plans•16 minutes
  • Azure DevOps Artifacts•11 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Azure Test Plans and Artifact Management - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will conclude the course by reviewing the main takeaways and emphasizing best practices in Azure DevOps. You’ll leave with actionable insights and a clear path for continuous learning and application in your projects.

What's included

1 video2 assignments

1 video•Total 2 minutes
  • Conclusion•2 minutes
2 assignments•Total 75 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes

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