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The world of Software as a Service (SaaS) is rapidly expanding. With such a competitive market come competitive changes. With over a 16% increase expected each year, SaaS is a huge industry bustling with potential.
However, this potential isn’t unlocked easily. One of the best ways to create more in your SaaS application is to implement DevOps automation. DevOps is a philosophy of creating more by breaking down the barriers between development and operations teams. There’s a push to automate, innovate, and problem-solve, making DevOps one of the best ways to accomplish more in less time. Here are 6 steps for SaaS startups to get started with DevOps.
1. Map Your Deployment
First, you need a plan for faster deployment. It might seem like continuous delivery is a pipedream you’ll never reach, but it’s closer than you think. Map out your deployment process first so you know exactly what road you need to take to create a simplified deployment.
You’ll realize quickly that there are a large number of steps included in every single deployment. Don’t stress, this is a normal realization. What you’ll do from here is learn how to standardize this deployment process so it can be automated.
