What You Need

Technical Requirements

  • Windows Laptop (Win OS 10 or 11)
  • 500GB to 2TB of Storage (SSD)
  • 8-32GB of RAM (DDR4)
  • CPU - Intel Core i5 or i7
  • Brand - HP, Lenovo, Dell or any Gaming PC
ABDA strongly recommends that prospective engineers use an additional screen to facilitate smooth learning. Stable Internet Connection – Minimum 10 Mbps for smooth learning and cloud-based labs Operating System – Linux (preferred), macOS, or Windows with WSL2

Software & Tools

  • Virtualization Software: VirtualBox, VMware, or cloud-based alternatives
  • Text Editor/IDE: VS Code, Vim
  • Cloud Account: AWS Free Tier, Azure, or Google Cloud (as per your curriculum)
  • Git & GitHub Account: For version control and CI/CD practices
  • Terminal & Shell: Bash, PowerShell, or Zsh

Prerequisite Knowledge (Optional but Recommended)

  • Basic Linux Commands
  • Fundamentals of Networking (IP addressing, DNS, SSH)

Mindset & Soft Skills

  • Problem-Solving Attitude
  • Commitment & Discipline – Boot camps can be intensive.
  • Ability to Learn Independently