Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its function in software development
- Recognizing GitLab as an integrated DevOps platform
- Core GitLab features: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparison of GitLab with conventional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Installation processes across various environments
- Configuration of GitLab settings and services
- Insight into GitLab architecture and key components
- Initial setup procedures and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Review of Git concepts and standard workflows
- Management of repositories, branches, commits, and merges
- Controlling source code via GitLab
- Application of version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploration of the GitLab user interface
- Utilizing the Web IDE
- Administration of projects and repositories
- Engagement with GitLab features and utility tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Comprehension of GitLab development workflows
- Branching strategies and the use of merge requests
- Conducting code reviews and collaborative practices
- Management of teams and access permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and group structures
- Creation and organization of projects
- Administration of users and access rights
- Implementation of role-based access control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Grasping CI/CD principles
- Construction of GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Operation of GitLab runners
- Automation of build, test, and deployment processes
Project and Issue Management
- Oversight of issues and tasks within GitLab
- Utilization of milestones and labels
- Planning and monitoring development activities
- Enhancement of team collaboration and visibility
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Application of GitLab Markdown
- Development of project documentation
- Publication of websites using GitLab Pages
- Effective management of project information
Security and Best Practices
- Examination of GitLab security features
- Protection of repositories and confidential data
- Management of secure development workflows
- Adherence to GitLab administration best practices
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosis of common GitLab issues
- Construction of a complete GitLab workflow
- Implementation of source control and CI/CD practices
- Course review and subsequent steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of version control systems.
- Familiarity with the Linux command line.
Target Audience
- Developers
Testimonials (7)
I liked the easy communication between trainer and us, care given to our problems, insights and additional knowledge provided in anwers to our questions. I liked the pace, it didn't feel rushed at any point, even with technical problems. Each subject was taken care of properly.
Melania Mieczkowska - IAV Poland
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
The pacing of the lecture. Bartek asked if a certain topic is not known and if it was necessary to dive into specific parts he talked about it in detail. if the topic was familiar to all attending the lecture then he would briefly describe the topic so it's for sure understandable to everyone
Michal Domanski - IAV Poland
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
Clear communication
Marcin Straczek - IAV Poland
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
Pace, jokes, idea
Jakub Lewandowski - IAV Poland
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
I appreciate the freedom of trainers in contact with participants
Kasia Cieslak - Inter Cars S.A.
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
Overall, it was good refresher of similar things like in Azure Devops, learned something
Shafiq - Department of Social Services
Course - Gitlab and Gitlab CI
Not assume that audience has technical knowledge. Is able to clearly explain relative topics to exercises and go through step by step on impacts on changes applied.
