IT Automation
IT Automation is the practice of using software tools and scripts to automate repetitive IT tasks, such as system configuration, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance, without manual intervention. It aims to increase efficiency, reduce human error, and ensure consistency across IT operations. Common applications include automating server provisioning, software updates, backup processes, and incident response.
Developers should learn IT Automation to streamline DevOps workflows, manage infrastructure at scale, and improve system reliability in cloud-native or hybrid environments. It is essential for implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and automated testing, particularly in roles involving site reliability engineering (SRE) or cloud operations.