GitLab and CI/CD Fundamentals for DevOps Beginners

Modern software delivery relies on automated workflows and collaborative code management. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in GitLab, guiding you through project administration, version control, and automated build pipelines. You will gain a practical understanding of setting up repositories, managing access, and authoring automated pipeline scripts using YAML. What you will learn: - Understand fundamental DevOps concepts, repository structures, and key terminology - Manage GitLab groups, projects, permissions, and basic repository configurations - Apply essential Git commands to track changes, branch, and merge code effectively - Write structured YAML scripts to define CI/CD stages, jobs, and execution rules - Configure environment variables and secure credentials within automated pipelines - Implement basic containerized jobs and runner configurations for reliable builds. The course opens with essential terminology and platform navigation before progressing through Git workflows, YAML authoring, and practical pipeline scenarios. This course is tailored for beginners, requiring no prior experience in DevOps or build automation. Begin reading today to build practical competence in modern continuous integration pipelines.