DevOps refers to a set of practices in software development that promotes collaboration between development (Dev) and operations (Ops) teams. This approach seeks to shorten the development lifecycle while delivering higher software quality. DevOps incorporates principles of automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery, enabling teams to quickly build, test, and deploy software. By fostering a culture of collaboration, DevOps diminishes traditional silos, ensuring better communication and feedback loops. Ultimately, it aims to enhance efficiency, reduce deployment failures, and accelerate the time to market for new features and products.