Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its impact on software development
- Recognizing GitLab as a holistic DevOps platform
- Core GitLab capabilities: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparison of GitLab with conventional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Deploying GitLab across various environments
- Setting up GitLab configurations and services
- Exploring GitLab architecture and key components
- Performing initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Refresher on Git concepts and workflows
- Handling repositories, branches, commits, and merges
- Managing source code within GitLab
- Implementing version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab user interface
- Utilizing the Web IDE
- Administering projects and repositories
- Leveraging specific GitLab features and tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Understanding GitLab development workflows
- Applying branching strategies and managing merge requests
- Conducting code reviews and fostering collaboration
- Administering team structures and permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Comprehending namespaces and groups
- Creating and organizing projects effectively
- Managing user accounts and access permissions
- Implementing role-based access control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Understanding CI/CD principles
- Constructing GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Utilizing GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment cycles
Project and Issue Management
- Tracking issues and tasks in GitLab
- Utilizing milestones and labels
- Planning and monitoring development progress
- Enhancing team collaboration and visibility
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Using GitLab Markdown
- Drafting project documentation
- Deploying websites via GitLab Pages
- Managing project information effectively
Security and Best Practices
- Reviewing GitLab security features
- Securing repositories and sensitive data
- Establishing secure development workflows
- Adhering to GitLab administration best practices
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosing common GitLab issues
- Constructing a comprehensive GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD standards
- Course recap and future steps
Requirements
- General understanding of version control systems.
- Familiarity 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.
