This document provides an overview of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and introduces how DevOps relates to architecture. It begins with defining the strategic goals and benefits of SOA, including reducing IT burden, increasing agility and ROI. Key SOA concepts are explained such as architectural characteristics, basic building components like services, fundamental service patterns, and orientation principles. Examples of building mediums for SOA like components, web services and REST services are also outlined. The document then begins to discuss microservices architecture and how DevOps practices can complement and support SOA.