The Department of Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence successfully organized a guest lecture on “Cloud Infrastructure Automation,” featuring Mr. Arunkumar S, a Senior DevOps Engineer with expertise in cloud technologies and DevOps practices. The session, held on April 27, 2024, aimed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cloud automation and the modern practices involved in managing cloud infrastructure.

Session Overview:

Mr. Arunkumar covered key aspects of cloud automation, offering insights into various DevOps tools and technologies. The lecture focused on the significance of automation in cloud infrastructure and how continuous integration and delivery pipelines enhance the efficiency of software development. Topics such as containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), cloud services (AWS, Azure), and deployment automation were discussed, giving students a practical perspective on current industry practices.

The highlight of the session was the realization among students that there are numerous career avenues beyond programming in the field of cloud infrastructure and DevOps. This broadened their perspective on potential career paths within the IT industry. Additionally, the explanation of the Three-Tier Architecture—a system design model—was received with great interest by the students, as it provided them with a clear understanding of how different layers in a web application interact, moving beyond just the coding aspect.

Expected Outcomes and Achievements:

The event successfully met its objectives, with students gaining awareness of cloud automation techniques and practical insights into deploying cloud-based applications. They also learned about implementing CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins and GitHub Workflows, which further deepened their understanding of modern cloud infrastructure management.

Conclusion:
The guest lecture provided students with valuable knowledge about cloud infrastructure automation, expanded their understanding of career opportunities beyond programming, and fostered an interest in DevOps practices.