YAML pipelines are the centerpiece for creating automated builds and deployments in Azure DevOps. The complexity and functionality are immense and it is important to maintain an overview and create optimal pipelines. With the experience gained from many projects in recent years, we will show you how to further develop your YAML pipelines and get the most out of Azure Pipelines. We will guide you through key aspects such as code organization, templating, maintainability and security and provide you with insights to improve the robustness and efficiency of your CI/CD processes.