Welcome to Chennai, the bustling metropolis known as the “Detroit of Asia” for its automotive prowess and now emerging as a powerhouse in IT, cloud, and digital transformation. With global giants like Cognizant, Zoho, Freshworks, and PayPal calling Chennai home, the demand for automation experts—especially those skilled in Ansible—has never been higher.
If you’re a DevOps professional, system administrator, or cloud engineer in Chennai ready to eliminate repetitive tasks and build resilient, scalable systems, DevOpsSchool’s Ansible Training in Chennai is your ultimate stepping stone. Curated and personally mentored by Rajesh Kumar—a global authority with 20+ years in DevOps, SRE, and automation—this program goes beyond syntax to instill architect-level thinking.
Let’s explore why Chennai is the perfect launchpad for your Ansible journey, how DevOpsSchool delivers unmatched value, and how this training can redefine your career in one of India’s fastest-growing tech hubs.
Why Ansible? The Future of IT Automation Is Agentless and Declarative
In a world of microservices, hybrid clouds, and zero-downtime expectations, Ansible stands tall as the simplest yet most powerful automation platform. Written in YAML, powered by Python, and requiring zero agents on target systems, Ansible lets you manage everything—from Linux servers to network switches—with a single playbook.
Ansible at a Glance: Key Advantages
| Feature | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Agentless | Uses SSH/WinRM—no installation overhead |
| Idempotent | Run playbooks repeatedly with consistent results |
| Human-Readable Playbooks | YAML makes automation accessible to all |
| Extensible | 3,000+ modules for cloud, containers, DBs, and more |
| Battle-Tested | Used by NASA, Red Hat, Cisco, and 75% of Fortune 100 |
“Ansible doesn’t just automate tasks—it automates outcomes. That’s the difference between scripting and engineering.” – Rajesh Kumar, Chief Mentor, DevOpsSchool
Chennai: The Rising Star of India’s DevOps Ecosystem
Once known for manufacturing, Chennai has transformed into a Tier-1 IT destination with:
- 30,000+ IT professionals added annually
- OMR IT Corridor (Old Mahabalipuram Road) hosting 500+ tech firms
- Massive cloud adoption in BFSI, healthcare, and logistics
- Government push via Tamil Nadu Startup & Innovation Policy 2023
Why Learn Ansible in Chennai?
- High Demand: 68% of Chennai-based firms use Ansible (2025 DevOps Salary Survey)
- Competitive Salaries: Ansible experts earn ₹10–28 LPA, with leads crossing ₹35 LPA
- Vibrant Community: Regular meetups by Chennai DevOps, Cloud Native TN, and Ansible South India
- Strategic Location: Proximity to Sriperumbudur data centers and port logistics automation
Whether you’re in T. Nagar, Velachery, or Guindy, your Ansible skills will open doors across industries.
DevOpsSchool’s Ansible Training in Chennai: A Hands-On, Job-Ready Program
Our Ansible Training in Chennai is not a generic bootcamp—it’s a career accelerator built on real enterprise challenges. With 70% hands-on labs, live debugging, and capstone projects, you’ll leave as a confident automation engineer.
Program Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 40+ hours (weekends + weekday fast-track) |
| Delivery Mode | Classroom (Anna Salai) + Live Online (Zoom + Labs) |
| Class Size | Max 12 for personalized attention |
| Certification | DevOpsSchool Certified Ansible Automation Professional |
| Tools Covered | Ansible Core, AWX/Tower, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, Terraform |
| Mentor | Rajesh Kumar – 20+ years in DevOps & Automation |
In-Depth Curriculum: From Playbooks to Production-Grade Automation
Module 1: Ansible Foundations
- Evolution of configuration management
- Ansible vs Puppet, Chef, SaltStack
- Control node setup (Linux/macOS/Windows)
- Inventory management (static & dynamic)
Module 2: Writing Robust Playbooks
- YAML deep dive: tasks, plays, roles
- Variables, facts, Jinja2 templates
- Conditionals, loops, and error handling
- Handlers and notifications
Module 3: Roles, Galaxy & Reusability
- Structuring projects with Ansible Galaxy
- Best practices for role design
- Community roles vs custom development
- Versioning with Git
Module 4: Advanced Automation Techniques
- Ansible Vault for secrets management
- Dynamic inventories (AWS EC2, Azure VM, GCP)
- Custom facts and magic variables
- Performance tuning:
forks,serial,strategy
Module 5: CI/CD Integration
- Ansible in Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions
- Automated testing with Molecule + TestInfra
- Blue-green & rolling deployments
- Webhook-triggered automation
Module 6: Enterprise Ansible with AWX/Tower
- Installing AWX (open-source Ansible Tower)
- Projects, job templates, schedules
- RBAC, logging, and REST API
- Survey variables and approval workflows
Module 7: Real-World Automation Scenarios
- Multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning
- Kubernetes cluster bootstrapping
- Database failover automation
- Network device config (Arista, Cisco, Juniper)
Module 8: Capstone Project
Automate a Complete Application Lifecycle:
- Spin up AWS VPC + EC2 + RDS
- Deploy a 3-tier Java app via Docker
- Configure auto-scaling and monitoring
- Implement rollback on failure
Meet the Mentor: Rajesh Kumar – The Mind Behind the Method
Your learning journey is guided by Rajesh Kumar, a name synonymous with DevOps excellence across the globe.
Rajesh’s Hallmarks:
- 20+ years in DevOps, Cloud, SRE, and Automation
- Mentored 50,000+ professionals in 40+ countries
- Designed Ansible frameworks for banking, telecom, and healthcare
- Contributor to Ansible Galaxy and AWX
- Speaker at AnsibleFest, DevOps World, and KubeCon
“I’ve seen engineers write 1,000-line playbooks that fail in production. I teach you to write 10-line roles that scale to 10,000 nodes.” – Rajesh Kumar
Who Should Attend?
| Role | How You’ll Benefit |
|---|---|
| DevOps Engineers | Build end-to-end automation pipelines |
| System Administrators | Replace shell scripts with idempotent playbooks |
| Cloud Architects | Orchestrate multi-cloud environments |
| Developers | Enable self-service infrastructure |
| IT Leaders | Drive compliance, auditability, and efficiency |
No prior Ansible experience required—just basic Linux and scripting knowledge.
Career Transformation: The Ansible Advantage in Chennai
| Metric | Before Training | After DevOpsSchool Certification |
|---|---|---|
| Tasks Automated | 5–10/week | 50–100/day |
| Deployment Speed | Hours | Minutes |
| Error Rate | High (manual) | Near-zero (idempotent) |
| Salary (Chennai) | ₹6–14 LPA | ₹16–32 LPA+ |
| Job Titles | Junior Ops | Senior DevOps, Automation Lead, SRE |
91% of alumni secure promotions or new roles within 6 months
Hands-On Labs: Where Theory Meets Reality
Our Anna Salai training center is equipped with:
- Dedicated cloud playground (AWS, Azure, GCP credits included)
- Enterprise-grade datasets (logs, configs, compliance rules)
- 1:1 mentorship during lab hours
- GitLab + AWX sandbox for team collaboration
What Our Chennai Alumni Say
“Rajesh’s AWX module helped me replace 3 legacy tools at Ford. Saved 200 man-hours monthly.”
— Karthik S., DevOps Lead, Ford Technology Services India“The capstone project mirrored our Zoho production pipeline. I replicated it at work the next week.”
— Divya R., SRE, Zoho Corp“From writing my first ‘hello world’ playbook to automating 300+ nodes—life-changing.”
— Manoj Kumar, Cloud Engineer, PayPal
Upcoming Batches in Chennai
| Batch | Start Date | Schedule | Mode | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend Batch | Nov 29, 2025 | Sat–Sun, 9:30 AM–1:30 PM | Classroom + Online | Enroll Now |
| Fast-Track (Weekdays) | Dec 15, 2025 | Mon–Fri, 6:30–8:30 PM | Live Online | Register Here |
| Corporate/In-House | Custom | Tailored | Onsite/Online | Contact Us |
Early Bird Offer: 15% OFF (Valid till Nov 15, 2025)
DevOpsSchool vs Other Ansible Trainings
| Criteria | DevOpsSchool | Generic Institutes |
|---|---|---|
| Mentor | Rajesh Kumar (20+ yrs) | Junior faculty |
| Hands-On | 70% labs + capstone | 70% slides |
| Real Projects | Enterprise-scale | Hello World demos |
| Support | Lifetime community | Course-end only |
| Placement Help | Yes (Chennai partners) | No |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I join online from outside Chennai?
Yes! Our platform supports live coding, screen sharing, and remote labs.
Q: Are recordings provided?
Absolutely. Lifetime access to videos, playbooks, and Git repos.
Q: Is this aligned with Red Hat EX294?
Yes. We prepare you fully for the RHCE – Ansible Automation exam.
Q: What if I miss a class?
Attend the next batch or watch the recording. No extra fee.
Final Thoughts: Automate Today, Lead Tomorrow
In Chennai’s fast-evolving IT landscape, manual operations are a liability. Companies aren’t just looking for Ansible users—they want automation architects who can design resilient, auditable, and scalable systems.
With DevOpsSchool, you’re not just enrolling in a course—you’re investing in a proven pathway to mastery, mentored by Rajesh Kumar, and supported by a curriculum trusted by MNCs, startups, and government PSUs.
From Adyar to Ambattur, your next career breakthrough is one playbook away.
Ready to Automate Like a Pro? Let’s Build Your Future!
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