DevOps or SAP Basis? Feeling stuck at a career crossroads

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DevOps or SAP Basis? Feeling stuck at a career crossroads I've been working in IT infrastructure for several years, mainly on Linux systems, databases, production support, and enterprise applications. Recently, I've been thinking seriously about where I should specialize next, but I'm genuinely torn between two paths: DevOps and SAP Basis. DevOps seems to have a huge ecosystem with skills like Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, cloud, automation, and SRE. It feels like a path with plenty of opportunities across industries and good long-term growth. On the other hand, SAP Basis seems to be a niche with fewer professionals, potentially less competition, and strong demand in large enterprises, especially if I eventually move into SAP HANA, cloud, or architecture. My biggest priorities are: Long-term career growth Strong salary potential Opportunities to work abroad A career that's still relevant 10–15 years from now I'm not looking for the "easier" option—I don't mind spending the next couple of years learning if it leads to a better career. What I'm struggling with is figuring out which path has the better return on that investment. For those who've worked in either (or both), if you were starting from an infrastructure/Linux background today, which path would you choose and why? Are there any downsides or realities that people don't usually talk about? I'd really appreciate hearing from people who have firsthand experience rather than just general opinions. [link] [handle]

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