As platform engineering has matured over the last few years, it has evolved into the foundational operating system of the modern enterprise. Much like software reshaped nearly every industry, platform engineering is now transforming software development itself—streamlining operations and redefining traditional IT roles at an unprecedented pace.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge needed to pursue a role as a platform engineer, understand best practices and fundamentals to build successful platform initiatives, and position yourself for career growth or leadership opportunities.
You’ll also gain the knowledge and resources needed to effectively communicate the value of platform engineering to stakeholders and leadership.
60% report salary growth or promotion within 6 months after getting certified
The course is divided into eight comprehensive modules, covering everything from fundamentals to advanced strategies. Each module includes optional homework, reading materials, and additional sessions.
Key Takeaways: Understand the core ideas of platform engineering, its relationship with DevOps, platform as a product, adoption strategies, and best practices. Learn its impact on the industry and how it can shape your career growth.
Key Takeaways: Learn how to design and implement Internal Developer Platforms using best practices. Gain hands-on experience while understanding common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Key Takeaways: Build a strong foundation in platform tooling and gain practical experience working with real Internal Developer Platform setups and tools.
Key Takeaways: Learn how to design high-value golden paths that improve developer experience while avoiding unnecessary constraints and inefficiencies.
Key Takeaways: Understand how to create meaningful abstractions that simplify complexity without creating confusion or limiting flexibility.
Key Takeaways: Learn the critical role of infrastructure in platform engineering and how poor infrastructure design can impact platform success. Explore modern approaches and real-world applications.
Key Takeaways: Learn how to design MVPs that are iterative, scalable, and aligned with business needs, using insights from real-world enterprise implementations.
Key Takeaways: Develop the ability to communicate value effectively, secure stakeholder buy-in, and drive adoption of platform engineering initiatives across the organization.
