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Gitlab (Community Edition)
Gitlab (Community Edition)

Gitlab (Community Edition)

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  • PRODUCTIVITY
  • WEB_SERVICE

Supported Operating Systems:

  • UBUNTU_20_04

  • UBUNTU_22_04

  • DEBIAN_11

Minimum Requirements:

  • vCPU: 2

  • RAM (in GB): 8

  • Disk Space (in GB): 20

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GitLab: Your Comprehensive Git Repository Manager

GitLab stands as a paramount tool in the DevOps lifecycle, offering an all-in-one platform that not only serves as a Git repository but also provides issue tracking, CI/CD pipelines, and much more. Developed with the goal to simplify collaboration in coding projects, GitLab facilitates a unified workflow, ensuring that software development teams can work in tandem from ideation to deployment.

Built on open-source principles, GitLab offers features that cater to both individual developers and large-scale enterprises. Its versatility and robustness make it an ideal choice for those looking to optimize their software development process.

Operating and Maintaining GitLab on Linux

Diving into GitLab is made simpler with Athomation, ensuring a hassle-free experience, particularly on Linux-based systems.

1. Deployment:

Setting up GitLab via Athomation is as easy as it gets:

  • Click the "Deploy Now" button.
  • Athomation takes over from there, seamlessly installing GitLab for the user rio within the /var/opt/gitlab/git-data/ directory.

2. Server Operation:

GitLab runs as a service, and in our setup, it's managed through a systemd unit named gitlab-runsvdir.service. This setup ensures the GitLab instance runs smoothly, benefiting from the systemd's management features, such as auto-restarts and detailed logging.

3. Maintenance, Backup, and Troubleshooting:

Maintenance:

  • Periodically check for GitLab updates. Keeping your GitLab instance updated ensures you benefit from the latest features, security patches, and performance improvements.
  • Monitor the server's resources: GitLab can be resource-intensive, especially with many users. Keep an eye on CPU, RAM, and network bandwidth.

Backup:

  • Regular backups are crucial. Ensure to backup the /var/opt/gitlab/git-data/ directory.
  • Consider setting automated backups, ideally daily, to safeguard your repositories and other GitLab data.

Troubleshooting:

  • If GitLab doesn't start, inspect logs for clues. Typically, logs are stored within the server's directory at /var/opt/gitlab/git-data/.
  • Confirm that gitlab-runsvdir.service is active using the command systemctl status gitlab-runsvdir.service.
  • For common issues or advanced troubleshooting, GitLab's official documentation and community forums are invaluable resources.

In summary, GitLab revolutionizes the way developers collaborate on projects. Combined with Athomation's streamlined deployment mechanism and the reliability of Linux, managing and using GitLab becomes an enriching experience, promising a seamless software development lifecycle.