Citation:

Yogesh Ramaswamy, 2021. "Utilizing Digital Twins in DevOps", ESP Journal of Engineering & Technology Advancements  1(1): 112-124.

Abstract:

Digital twins are essentially detailed computer models of respective physical systems, and when it comes to DevOps, these digital twins provide a highly effective environment for deployment and infrastructure changes, as well as software tests. Such virtual models make it possible for an organization to test and optimize the systems in ways that are safe from failing, thus improving the quality and effectiveness of the management and use of software development and operations. In this paper, I describe the application of the digital twin in DevOps and give a comprehensive analysis of how it can be used in the improvement of DevOps concerning the elements involved. By adopting the use of digital twins in DevOps, organizations will be able to perform benchmark simulations and testing, enhance the processes and settings that are involved, and even govern risks effectively while improving collaboration between development and operations groups and innovation.

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Keywords:

Digital Twins, DevOps, Simulation, Testing, Optimization, Risk Management, Collaboration, Innovation.