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CI/CD

Definition

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment. A method to frequently deliver apps to customers by introducing automation.

Deep Dive

CI/CD is a modern software development practice that uses automation to bridge the gap between development and operation activities. Continuous Integration automatically tests code, while Continuous Deployment ensures those changes are pushed.

Examples & Use Cases

  • 1A GitHub Action automatically running tests whenever a developer pushes new code
  • 2Vercel automatically deploying a new version of hmu.ai after a pull request is merged
  • 3Using CI/CD to roll out a critical security patch to thousands of users in minutes

Related Terms

DevOpsGitAutomation

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