Course Outline
Introduction to GitLab and DevOps Lifecycle Management
- Overview of GitLab and its significance in software development
- Understanding GitLab as a unified DevOps platform
- Core features: source control, CI/CD, security, and project management
- Comparison between GitLab and conventional version control platforms
Installing and Configuring GitLab
- Deploying GitLab across various environments
- Tuning GitLab settings and services
- Examining GitLab architecture and key components
- Executing initial setup and administrative tasks
Git and Version Control Fundamentals
- Reviewing core Git concepts and workflows
- Handling repositories, branches, commits, and merges
- Managing source code via GitLab
- Adhering to version control best practices
Navigating the GitLab Platform
- Exploring the GitLab interface
- Utilizing the Web IDE
- Administering projects and repositories
- Engaging with GitLab tools and features
GitLab Workflow and Collaboration
- Understanding development workflows within GitLab
- Branching strategies and merge request management
- Conducting code reviews and fostering collaboration
- Managing team structures and permissions
Managing Users, Groups, and Projects
- Understanding namespaces and group structures
- Creating and organizing projects
- Administering users and access rights
- Implementing role-based access control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Grasping CI/CD principles
- Building GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Configuring and using GitLab runners
- Automating build, test, and deployment stages
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
- Working with GitLab Markdown
- Drafting comprehensive project documentation
- Publishing sites via GitLab Pages
- Effectively managing project information
Security and Best Practices
- Reviewing GitLab security capabilities
- Safeguarding repositories and sensitive data
- Maintaining secure development workflows
- Applying GitLab administrative best practices
Troubleshooting and Practical Workshop
- Diagnosing frequent GitLab issues
- Constructing a complete GitLab workflow
- Implementing source control and CI/CD practices
- Course recap and recommended next steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of version control concepts.
- Proficiency with the Linux command line.
Intended 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.
