GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline
The GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline course teaches DevOps engineers, software developers, and release managers how to design, build, and optimize end-to-end CI/CD workflows using GitLab. It solves the critical industry challenge of slow, error-prone software delivery, with 74% of high-performing IT teams now using automated pipelines (GitLab DevSecOps Report). Learners gain hands-on mastery of pipelines, jobs, runners, environments, and artifacts to accelerate deployment frequency and reliability.
This course prepares learners for the GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate exam, which requires an 80% passing score on both knowledge and hands-on components. Koenig provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring real-world practice. Enroll to earn a globally recognized credential and advance into roles like DevOps Engineer or CI/CD Specialist with proven automation expertise.
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Course Overview
The GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline course by Gitlab is designed for DevOps Engineers, Software Developers, and Release Managers seeking to master modern CI/CD practices using GitLab’s integrated platform. This comprehensive training prepares learners for the GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate certification, equipping them with the skills to automate build, test, and deployment workflows directly within GitLab's DevOps ecosystem. With 88% of employers actively seeking professionals skilled in CI/CD tools like GitLab, this course meets a critical industry demand. It serves as a practical entry point for teams adopting GitOps and cloud-native development, enabling consistent delivery across environments.
Participants engage with core GitLab technologies including `.gitlab-ci.yml` configuration, GitLab Runners, Docker containerization, CI/CD variables, artifacts, and pipeline stages such as build, test, and deploy. The hands-on lab environment allows students to configure real pipelines from scratch, defining jobs, managing dependencies, and registering dedicated runners within a GitLab project instance. A key project involves building an end-to-end CI/CD pipeline that automatically triggers on code commits, runs unit tests, packages applications using Docker, and deploys to a staging environment—mirroring actual production workflows used by engineering teams worldwide.
By completing this course, attendees are fully prepared for the GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate exam, a credential recognized across the DevOps industry for validating automation and pipeline expertise. Certified professionals report average salaries between $144,000 and $174,000 annually, reflecting strong market value for these skills. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with Guaranteed-to-Run batches and 1-on-1 training options, ensuring personalized attention using official GitLab courseware. Graduates emerge ready to lead CI/CD adoption in organizations, driving faster release cycles, improved code quality, and greater operational efficiency in their DevOps roles.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of Git version control, including cloning, committing, and pushing repositories, is essential for mastering the GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline course by Gitlab.
- A fundamental understanding of YAML syntax and file structure helps learners configure CI/CD pipelines effectively in GitLab.
- Familiarity with command-line interface (CLI) operations on Linux or macOS enables smooth interaction with GitLab's automation tools.
- Experience editing and managing files in a text editor or IDE ensures efficient pipeline setup and troubleshooting.
- An understanding of software build processes such as compiling, testing, and packaging is crucial for implementing continuous integration workflows in GitLab CI.
- Access to and ability to install software like GitLab Runner and Node.js on a local machine is necessary to practice and implement real-world CI/CD pipelines.
- According to Gitlab, mastering these prerequisites ensures learners are well-prepared to leverage the full capabilities of GitLab CI/CD, which has been adopted by over 100,000 organizations worldwide for automating software delivery.
- This foundational knowledge is vital for professionals seeking to increase deployment speed and reduce manual errors, transforming their development workflows with GitLab CI.
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the GitLab CI - A Complete Hands-On CI/CD Pipeline certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- DevOps Engineer
- CI/CD Pipeline Engineer
- Release Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- GitLab DevOps Specialist
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