Continuous Integration

Continuous Integration (CI) is a software development practice where developers frequently merge code changes into a shared repository, often multiple times a day. Each integration is automatically verified by building the project and running automated tests to detect integration errors early. This approach aims to improve software quality and reduce the time taken to validate and release new updates.

Also known as: CI, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery, CI/CD, Continuous Integration Pipeline, Automated Integration

Why learn Continuous Integration?

Developers should adopt CI to streamline development workflows, catch bugs quickly, and ensure code stability in collaborative environments. It is essential for agile teams, large-scale projects, and DevOps practices to maintain a consistent and deployable codebase, reducing integration issues and manual testing overhead.

Learning Resources

• docs: Atlassian CI/CD Guide
• docs: GitHub Actions Documentation
• tutorial: Jenkins Tutorial for Beginners
• tutorial: Continuous Integration on freeCodeCamp
• course: CI/CD Course on Coursera