This GitLab beginner tutorial course is designed to help new developers understand the fundamentals of Git, GitLab, and CI/CD workflows. It starts from the very basics and gradually introduces more advanced DevOps concepts in a simple and practical way.
You will begin by learning what GitLab is and how it is used in modern software development. The course explains how to use Git commands, manage repositories, and understand version control systems.
Next, you will learn how to fork projects, which allows you to create your own copy of an existing repository and contribute to open-source or team projects. The course also covers SSH key setup, which is essential for secure communication between your local system and GitLab.
In addition, you will learn how to install and configure GitLab Runner on both Mac OS and Windows. GitLab Runner is a key component used to execute CI/CD jobs and automate software workflows.
Finally, the course introduces CI/CD basics and explains how GitLab pipelines work to automate building, testing, and deployment processes.
By the end of this course, you will have a strong foundation in GitLab, version control, and CI/CD pipelines, preparing you for more advanced DevOps and software engineering workflows.