switch role between production support unix admin to automation team for production support

Question

I know the basic python and programming concepts. Got an opportunity to join with the automation team for the production support which requires to script in PowerShell or python. Is that good to switch my role to automation or get continue on next level administration with UNIX?

Answer 1

Hey,

It's totally dependent on your interests as to which domain you will have to choose for your career prospects.

Since you are well versed with python programming learning automation tools like selenium with python would be a lot easier. Automation is one of the thriving fields and there's a demand for skilled people who have a thorough knowledge of automation.

Since you already know Linux from an administrator perspective along with scripting skills acquiring automation skills would definitely go a long way in opening up career prospects for you.