Jenkins For Beginners

Introduction and Basics

Course Introduction

Welcome to the Jenkins for Beginners course. I’m Prithath, your instructor for this lesson. Jenkins is one of the most popular CI/CD tools available, and this course is designed to equip you with a strong foundation in Jenkins to automate your software development workflows efficiently.

Hands-On Learning

This course features multiple hands-on labs that allow you to apply your knowledge in real time. You can instantly transition from learning to practicing without delay.

Our browser-based labs launch directly in your browser, providing a seamless switch from instructional content to practical experience.

Course Overview

  1. Introduction & Essentials

    • Overview of the problem statement
    • Team meetings to understand requirements
    • Introduction to Jenkins, Source Control Management, and essential CI/CD concepts
    • Understanding why Jenkins is vital for modern software development
  2. Jenkins Architecture & Installation

    • Detailed exploration of Jenkins architecture
    • Step-by-step installation process
    • Comprehensive overview of the Jenkins user interface
  3. Extending Jenkins Functionalities

    • Deep dive into Jenkins plugins and installation procedures
    • Strategies for handling controller failures within Freestyle Projects
  4. Jenkins Pipelines

    • Introduction to Pipelines and Jenkinsfile basics
    • Advanced Pipeline configuration techniques
    • Creating and managing simple Pipeline jobs
    • Building and testing web pipelines
    • Leveraging Source Control Management for pipeline scripts to fully automate software development processes
  5. Automation with CLI and REST APIs

    • Automating Jenkins using its CLI and REST APIs
    • Building jobs via the Jenkins CLI and managing plugin installations
    • An overview of Jenkins security, including authentication, authorization, and strategies like the Matrix Authorization Strategy

By the end of this course, you will have the expertise to harness Jenkins for automating development workflows effectively. At KodeKloud, we foster a community-driven learning environment. Our active forum is the perfect place to ask questions, share experiences, and support fellow learners.

Join the KodeKloud community and kickstart your journey towards mastering Jenkins. If you're ready, let’s take the first step toward transforming your CI/CD practices.

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