Introduction
In Chapter 1, we explored the fundamentals of containerization and how to manually build and push Docker images to a shared container registry - AWS ECR. This manual process, however, introduces potential for human error.
Transitioning from these manual workflows, Chapter 2 aims to streamline and automate these processes through the introduction of a basic CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins. By automating builds, tests, and deployments, we can significantly reduce the risk of errors, ensure consistency across environments, and accelerate the delivery of software updates.
Labs Overview
Prerequisites
Tools
Before you begin this lab, ensure you have the following tools installed and ready on your machine:
| Name | Description | Installation Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Docker | Used for building and running containerized applications. | Download Link |
| Git | For version control and forking the reference application repository. | Download Link |
| Wireguard VPN | For establishing a VPN tunnel to connect to the internal network. | Download Link |
Skills and Knowledge
Below are the skills and knowledge expected to successfully complete the lab exercises:
- Basic Understanding of CI/CD Concepts
- Basic Docker Fundamentals: Building, Pushing, Pulling, and Running an image.