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Scripting and programming

Scripting and programming

- Can you share some examples of a scripting language that you're most proficient with? - Scripting is an essential tool for DevOps. It's useful for automating any sort of process that needs to be repeated the same way every time. For this question, your first answer should be a resounding yes. Then, follow up with both the THX and story time methods. Here's an example. Yes, I've been using Python for nearly seven years now, and I've used it for automating deployment jobs and API interactions with AWS and Google Cloud. What I really like about Python is the easy-to-read syntax. I also like how it's easy to work with data in the JSON format. And also, I like how Python implements virtual environments for working with libraries. After using THX to establish your experience, move on to story time. If possible, align the experience you describe in your story with the skills and qualifications needed for the job. Probably the…

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