The landscape of DevOps is constantly changing. The rapid emergence of new development patterns, the integration of advanced security measures, the rise of AI-powered tooling, and the complexities of third-party application integrations demand that DevOps professionals remain at the forefront of these technological shifts. As a leader in the DevOps platform ecosystem, GitHub has consistently evolved to meet the needs of modern development teams. From the introduction of powerful features like GitHub Actions and Codespaces to the integration of cutting-edge tools like Copilot and Advanced Security, GitHub continues to set the pace for innovation in software delivery and collaboration. Below are some details and resources about GitHub training.
GitHub Training Overview
Recognizing the need for professionals to demonstrate expertise across its expanding toolset, GitHub now offers five distinct certification programs. Each program validates proficiency in a specific platform area, as detailed below:
- GitHub Foundations: This exam will help you gain a solid grasp of core Git concepts and essential GitHub tools. It covers the fundamentals of version control, repositories, branching, and pull requests while also introducing key GitHub features like Actions, Copilot, and Codespaces, providing the groundwork for effective, collaborative development.
- GitHub Administration: Build the skills to manage teams and keep your GitHub environment secure and organized. This exam introduces you to handling user accounts, setting permissions, and using authentication tools. You’ll also learn how to support safe software development, manage GitHub Actions and Packages, and make sure your projects follow important security and compliance guidelines.
- GitHub Actions: Learn how to automate your development workflows with GitHub Actions. This exam covers understanding how to create and manage workflows, use existing ones, and even build your own custom actions. You’ll also get an introduction to managing Actions at scale, giving you the tools to streamline tasks, boost productivity, and support team collaboration.
- GitHub Advanced Security: Learn how to keep your code safe with GitHub’s built-in security tools. This exam covers how to set up and use features like secret scanning, dependency management, and code scanning with CodeQL. DevOps professionals learn best practices for securing their projects, understanding scan results, and taking action to fix issues—all while getting familiar with how to manage these tools in a GitHub Enterprise environment.
- GitHub Copilot: Discover how to use GitHub Copilot to speed up coding and boost productivity with the help of AI. This exam covers how to write effective prompts, test Copilot-generated code, and apply it across different programming languages. You’ll also learn about responsible AI use, data privacy, and how Copilot fits into real-world development workflows.
Our Commitment to Excellence
AIS recognizes the importance of cultivating a highly skilled DevOps workforce. To that end, we are proud to announce the rollout of a new series of on-demand learning modules, conveniently accessible directly within our internal HCM Platform. These modules contain a curated list of GitHub training content for each of the five GitHub exams. These lists are composed of on-demand GitHub training videos, links to relevant GitHub documentation, and other internal AIS intellectual property related to these exams. By enrolling in these modules, employees can level up their knowledge of these cutting-edge topics and confidently pursue their GitHub certifications.
Our commitment to employee growth extends beyond specialized courses. We’ve recently partnered with LinkedIn Learning to provide every AIS employee full access to its comprehensive learning and development platform. This partnership offers access to over 10,000 technical courses spanning a vast array of technologies, empowering our employees to continually enrich their careers through ongoing professional development.
Navigating the evolving landscape of DevOps, especially with advanced platforms like GitHub, requires specialized expertise. Whether you’re initiating your DevOps transformation or aiming to optimize existing practices with cutting-edge tooling, AIS is your trusted partner. We’re here to guide you through every stage of your journey. Contact us today to discover how we can help.
