Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its significance in software development
- Viewing GitLab as a holistic DevOps platform
- Core GitLab capabilities: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparing GitLab against traditional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Deploying GitLab across various environments
- Adjusting GitLab settings and services
- Comprehending GitLab architecture and its components
- Initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Refreshing key Git concepts and workflows
- Repositories, branches, commits, and merging processes
- Administering source code via GitLab
- Adhering to version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab user interface
- Utilizing the Web IDE
- Overseeing projects and repositories
- Engaging with GitLab features and tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Grasping GitLab development workflows
- Branching strategies and handling merge requests
- Conducting code reviews and collaborative practices
- Administering teams and access permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and groups
- Creating and organizing projects
- Administering users and access permissions
- Implementing role-based access control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Understanding CI/CD principles
- Constructing GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Operating GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment cycles
Project and Issue Management
- Handling issues and tasks within GitLab
- Utilizing milestones and labels
- Planning and monitoring development activities
- Enhancing team collaboration and transparency
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Employing GitLab Markdown
- Drafting project documentation
- Releasing websites via GitLab Pages
- Managing project information efficiently
Security and Best Practices
- GitLab security capabilities
- Safeguarding repositories and sensitive data
- Managing secure development workflows
- Applying GitLab administration best practices
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Identifying and resolving common GitLab issues
- Assembling a complete GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD practices
- Course recap and future steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of version control systems.
- Familiarity with the Linux command line interface.
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.
