AWS CodePipeline (CI/CD Pipeline)

Introduction

Course Introduction

Welcome to the AWS CodePipeline course on KodeKloud! I’m Matthew Burch, and I’ll guide you through creating and managing robust CI/CD pipelines on AWS.

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of CI/CD (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery)
  • Explore the core components of AWS CodePipeline
  • Define a standard CI/CD workflow and key terminology
  • Integrate CodePipeline with AWS services (CodeCommit, CodeBuild, Elastic Beanstalk) and third-party tools (GitHub)
  • Apply security best practices and analyze pricing models

Course Structure

ModuleDescription
1. Introduction to CI/CDCI/CD principles, pipeline stages, and benefits
2. AWS CodePipeline FundamentalsCore resources, pipeline design patterns, and workflow orchestration
3. Use Cases & IntegrationsConnecting to GitHub, CodeCommit, CodeBuild, and external tools
4. Security & Cost ManagementIAM policies, encryption, artifact management, and cost optimization
5. Hands-On LabsInteractive in-browser exercises with instant feedback

Hands-On Practice

Every lecture is paired with a browser-based lab—complete real tasks, get instant hints, and reinforce what you learn.

What’s Next?

  1. Overview of CI/CD Stages

    • Source: Your code repository (GitHub, CodeCommit)
    • Build: Compile and test using tools like AWS CodeBuild
    • Deploy: Automate delivery to environments (Elastic Beanstalk, ECS, Lambda)
  2. Setting Up Your First Pipeline

    • Walk through the AWS Management Console
    • Connect to a GitHub repository
    • Commit code and observe automated triggers
  3. Best Practices & Limitations

    • Common pitfalls, quota considerations, and troubleshooting tips

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