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In this lesson, you’ll learn how to build a robust orchestration automation solution using Azure DevOps. We’ll walk through the standard IT development lifecycle, define a release strategy, and explore how the DevOps CI/CD methodology shapes your approach to release management. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation in YAML pipeline structure and release gates.
This guide assumes basic familiarity with Git, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD concepts. If you’re new to any of these, refer to the Azure DevOps documentation for a quick primer.

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What You’ll Cover

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1. IT Development Lifecycle & Release StrategyExamine standard stages and formulate an effective release plan.
2. Key Components of the Release ProcessBreak down phases, jobs, and dependencies.
3. DevOps CI/CD MethodologyUnderstand CI/CD fundamentals and its impact on releases.
4. YAML Pipeline Structure EssentialsExplore YAML syntax, stages, jobs, and steps.
5. Designing the Release ProcessOrganize stages, manage dependencies, and set conditions.
6. Azure Pipelines Best PracticesOptimize performance, security, and maintainability.
7. Release Gates ExplainedLearn what gates are and why they’re critical.
8. Implementing Release Gates (YAML Example)Hands-on sample in Azure YAML pipelines.
9. Release Process Best PracticesTips for reliability, repeatability, and scalability.
The image illustrates a DevOps infinity loop with stages like code, build, test, release, deploy, monitor, and operate, alongside a list of steps for a release strategy, including exploring IT development cycles and getting familiar with CI/CD and YAML pipeline structure.
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