This presentation delves into the fascinating journey of integrating DevOps principles into a complex Generative AI system. We offer a deep-dive into the challenges faced and the innovative solutions deployed when dealing with data ingestion automation, creating effective AI prompts, and constructing a robust evaluation framework. We spotlight our quality gates that ensure efficient code delivery, mitigated risks, and enhanced the reliability of the system. Participants will gain insights into strategies to automate processes and deployment of quality checks that led to seamless orchestration between development and operations teams. Real-world anecdotes illuminate the terrain, equipping attendees with valuable, actionable knowledge to employ DevOps strategies within the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI. Be prepared for a firsthand account of the hurdles, triumphs, and unexpected lessons that defined our path to a successful DevOps implementation.