Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its significance in software development
- Understanding GitLab as a comprehensive DevOps platform
- Key features of GitLab: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparing GitLab with traditional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Installing GitLab across various environments
- Configuring GitLab settings and associated services
- Understanding the architecture and core components of GitLab
- Initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Reviewing core Git concepts and workflows
- Managing repositories, branches, commits, and merges
- Controlling source code using GitLab
- Implementing best practices for version control
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab user interface
- Utilising the Web IDE
- Managing projects and repositories
- Leveraging specific GitLab features and tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Understanding development workflows within GitLab
- Employing branching strategies and merge requests
- Conducting code reviews and fostering collaboration
- Managing teams and defining permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and groups
- Creating and organising projects effectively
- Managing users and access rights
- Applying role-based access control principles
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Understanding the principles of CI/CD
- Creating and managing GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Working with GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment processes
Project and Issue Management
- Managing issues and tasks within GitLab
- Utilising milestones and labels for tracking
- Planning and monitoring development work
- Enhancing team collaboration and visibility
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Using GitLab Markdown for documentation
- Creating comprehensive project documentation
- Publishing websites via GitLab Pages
- Managing project information effectively
Security and Best Practices
- Exploring GitLab security features
- Protecting repositories and sensitive data
- Managing secure development workflows
- Applying best practices for GitLab administration
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosing common GitLab issues
- Constructing a complete GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD practices
- Course review and identifying next steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of version control systems.
- Proficiency with the Linux command line.
Audience
- Software 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.
