CI/CD with Jenkins: From Fundamentals to Advanced Pipelines

4 days

Welcome to “CI/CD with Jenkins: From Fundamentals to Advanced Pipelines”! I’m Peter Munro, your instructor for this journey into the world of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment using Jenkins.

With over 30 years of experience as an IT trainer and software developer, I’ve seen firsthand how proper CI/CD practices can transform software development teams. This course distills my expertise into a comprehensive program that will take you from Jenkins novice to pipeline pro.

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to implement robust CI/CD pipelines, automate your software delivery process, and significantly boost your team’s productivity. Let’s dive in and revolutionise your development workflow!

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

Set up and configure Jenkins in various environments
Create and manage Jenkins jobs and builds
Implement automated testing within Jenkins pipelines
Design and implement complex CI/CD pipelines using Jenkinsfile
Integrate Jenkins with version control systems and other DevOps tools
Implement security best practices in Jenkins
Optimise Jenkins performance and troubleshoot common issues
Apply advanced Jenkins features for large-scale projects

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to CI/CD and Jenkins

Understanding CI/CD principles and their impact on software development
Jenkins architecture and core concepts
Installing and setting up Jenkins on different platforms
Navigating the Jenkins web interface

Module 2: Jenkins Basics

Creating and configuring freestyle jobs
Understanding Jenkins plugins and extending functionality
Managing Jenkins users, roles, and permissions
Configuring build triggers and scheduling jobs

Module 3: Source Control Management Integration

Integrating Jenkins with Git and GitHub
Setting up webhooks for automated builds
Implementing branching strategies in Jenkins jobs
Managing credentials securely in Jenkins

Module 4: Building and Testing with Jenkins

Configuring build tools (Maven, Gradle, npm) in Jenkins
Implementing unit and integration tests in Jenkins jobs
Generating and publishing test reports
Implementing code quality checks with SonarQube

Module 5: Introduction to Jenkins Pipelines

Understanding declarative vs. scripted pipelines
Creating your first Jenkinsfile
Pipeline syntax and structure
Using environment variables and parameters in pipelines

Module 6: Advanced Pipeline Techniques

Implementing multi-stage pipelines
Using parallel stages for improved performance
Handling failures and notifications in pipelines
Implementing shared libraries for reusable pipeline code

Module 7: Continuous Deployment Strategies

Implementing blue-green deployments with Jenkins
Setting up canary releases
Automating database migrations in pipelines
Integrating with container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)

Module 8: Jenkins Security and Best Practices

Securing Jenkins installation and network
Implementing role-based access control
Managing secrets and credentials securely
Auditing and monitoring Jenkins for security

Module 9: Scaling Jenkins for Enterprise

Setting up Jenkins master-slave architecture
Implementing Jenkins High Availability
Using Jenkins Configuration as Code (JCasC)
Performance tuning and optimisation techniques

Module 10: Advanced Jenkins Features and Integrations

Implementing matrix builds for multi-configuration projects
Using Jenkins X for cloud-native CI/CD
Integrating Jenkins with issue tracking and project management tools
Exploring Jenkins plugins for advanced use cases

Module 11: Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Common Jenkins issues and their solutions
Reading and understanding Jenkins logs
Backup and restore strategies for Jenkins
Upgrading Jenkins and managing plugins effectively

Module 12: Capstone Project

Design and implement a complete CI/CD pipeline for a sample application
Integrate automated testing, security scans, and deployment strategies
Present and defend your pipeline implementation

Conclusion and Future Trends

Recap of key Jenkins and CI/CD concepts
Emerging trends in CI/CD and DevOps
Resources for continued learning and community engagement

Throughout this course, we’ll work with real-world scenarios and best practices that I’ve gathered from my two decades in the field. You’ll not only learn the technical aspects of Jenkins but also gain insights into how these tools and practices can be effectively applied in various team sizes and project complexities.

Remember, mastering CI/CD is about more than just tools—it’s about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Let’s embark on this journey together and transform the way you deliver software!