Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its significance in software development
- Understanding GitLab as an end-to-end DevOps platform
- Key GitLab capabilities: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparison of GitLab with traditional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Deployment strategies for GitLab across various environments
- Configuring GitLab settings and associated services
- Understanding the GitLab architecture and its core components
- Initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Refresher on core Git concepts and workflows
- Managing repositories, branches, commits, and merges
- Source code management techniques using GitLab
- Implementing version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab user interface elements
- Utilizing the integrated Web IDE
- Managing projects and associated repositories
- Leveraging key GitLab features and tools
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Understanding standard GitLab development workflows
- Branching strategies and handling merge requests
- Conducting code reviews and collaborative practices
- Managing team structures and permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and group structures
- Creating and organizing projects effectively
- Managing user accounts and access permissions
- Implementing role-based access control mechanisms
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Understanding core CI/CD concepts
- Designing GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Working effectively with GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment processes
Project and Issue Management
- Tracking issues and tasks within GitLab
- Utilizing milestones and labels for organization
- Planning and monitoring development progress
- Enhancing team collaboration and visibility
Documentation and Publishing with GitLab
- Using GitLab Markdown for documentation
- Creating comprehensive project documentation
- Publishing websites via GitLab Pages
- Effectively managing project information
Security and Best Practices
- Overview of GitLab security features
- Protecting repositories and sensitive data
- Managing secure development workflows
- Applying GitLab administration best practices
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosing and resolving common GitLab issues
- Constructing a complete GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD practices
- Course summary and recommended next steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of version control systems.
- Proficiency 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.
