Self-Hosted CI
Self-hosted CI (Continuous Integration) refers to setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines on your own infrastructure, such as on-premises servers or private clouds, rather than using a cloud-based SaaS provider. It involves installing and configuring CI software like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions runners to automate building, testing, and deploying code changes. This approach gives organizations full control over their CI environment, including security, customization, and resource management.
Developers should use self-hosted CI when they need to maintain strict security and compliance, such as in regulated industries like finance or healthcare, or when working with sensitive code that cannot be exposed to third-party cloud services. It's also beneficial for organizations with existing on-premises infrastructure, as it allows integration with internal tools and reduces reliance on external vendors, though it requires more setup and maintenance effort compared to cloud-based alternatives.