<ul><li>Manual work in DevOps can lead to inefficiencies, errors, and inconsistencies in deployments.</li><li>Automation tools like Ansible offer a more efficient way to handle tasks like server configuration.</li><li>Automation allows for consistent provisioning, updates, and frees up time for higher-value work.</li><li>Shifts in mindset include prioritizing automation, reducing manual intervention, and designing for scale and resilience.</li><li>The key question in DevOps is always: 'Can this task be automated?'</li><li>Automation aims to enhance human ingenuity by eliminating repetitive tasks.</li><li>The article suggests starting small with automation to experience time and reliability benefits.</li><li>Automation is not about replacing humans but about enabling them to focus on complex problems and innovation.</li><li>The importance of sharing automation stories and learning from others in the field is highlighted.</li><li>The article also promotes an e-book on DevOps interview questions for comprehensive preparation.</li></ul>

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