Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its significance in software development
- Viewing GitLab as an all-in-one DevOps platform
- Key features: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparison between GitLab and traditional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Deploying GitLab across various environments
- Configuring settings and services
- Understanding the architecture and core components
- Initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Reviewing core Git concepts and workflows
- Repositories, branches, commits, and merging processes
- Managing source code via GitLab
- Adhering to version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab user interface
- Utilizing the Web IDE
- Managing projects and repositories
- Leveraging native GitLab features and tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Understanding development workflows in GitLab
- Branching strategies and merge request processes
- Code review and collaboration protocols
- Team management and permission handling
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and group structures
- Creating and organizing projects
- Managing user accounts and access rights
- Implementing role-based access control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Core concepts of CI/CD
- Building GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Working with GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment cycles
Project and Issue Management
- Tracking issues and tasks within GitLab
- Utilizing milestones and labels
- Planning and monitoring development progress
- Enhancing team collaboration and visibility
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Writing with GitLab Markdown
- Drafting project documentation
- Publishing websites via GitLab Pages
- Effectively managing project information
Security and Best Practices
- Overview of GitLab security features
- Safeguarding repositories and sensitive data
- Maintaining secure development workflows
- Applying best practices for GitLab administration
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosing frequent GitLab issues
- Constructing a comprehensive GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD standards
- Course summary and subsequent steps
Requirements
- A fundamental understanding of version control systems.
- Proficiency with the Linux command line.
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.
