Course Content
UNIT 1 – Build and Release Management
Build and Release Management is a key part of modern software development that focuses on how code is compiled, tested, packaged, and delivered to users in a structured and reliable way. It ensures that software moves smoothly from development to production with minimal errors.
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UNIT 2 – DEPENDENCY MANAGEMENT BUILD TOOLS
Dependency Management is the process of handling external libraries, frameworks, and modules that a software project requires to function properly.
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UNIT 3 – DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING
Documentation is the process of recording all information related to software development, build, and release activities in a clear and structured format.
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UNIT 4 UNDERSTANDING A RELEASE CYCLE
A Release Cycle is the complete process through which software moves from development to deployment, ensuring it is tested, approved, and delivered to users in a structured way.
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UNIT 5 GitHub
GitHub 📌 Definition GitHub is a web-based platform used for storing, managing, and collaborating on source code using Git. 🔹 Key Features 1. Repository Hosting Stores project files and code online Public and private repositories available 2. Version Control Tracks changes in code Maintains history of modifications 3. Collaboration Multiple developers can work on the same project Supports pull requests and code reviews 4. Branching & Merging Create separate branches for features Merge changes into the main project 5. Issue Tracking Report bugs and track tasks Manage project workflows 6. GitHub Actions Automates workflows (CI/CD pipelines) Build, test, and deploy code automatically 🔹 Common GitHub Terms Repository (Repo) → Storage for project files Commit → Save changes Branch → Separate version of code Merge → Combine changes Pull Request (PR) → Request to merge code 🔹 Basic Workflow Create a repository Clone it to local system Make changes Commit changes Push to GitHub Create pull request Merge changes 🔹 Advantages Easy collaboration Secure code storage Version tracking Integration with CI/CD tools Open-source community support 🔹 Example A team creates a project in GitHub. Developers work on different features using branches and merge them after testing.
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PUZZLES
scenario-based questions related to Build and Release Management
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BUILD AND RELEASE MANAGEMENT

Deploying Build to Production

퇽회 Definition

Deploying a build to production is the process of releasing a fully tested and approved version of software to the live environment, where it becomes accessible to real users.


퇽훹 Key Steps in Production Deployment

1. Build Preparation

  • Ensure the build is stable and tested
  • Package the application (JAR, WAR, Docker image)
  • Use tools like Apache Maven

2. Environment Setup

  • Configure production servers
  • Set up databases, networks, and security
  • Verify environment compatibility

3. Approval Process

  • Get approvals from stakeholders
  • Validate release readiness
  • Follow change management policies

4. Deployment Execution

  • Deploy application to production servers
  • Use automation tools (CI/CD pipelines)
  • Ensure minimal downtime

5. Verification (Smoke Testing)

  • Check if application is working correctly
  • Validate critical functionalities

6. Monitoring

  • Track performance, logs, and errors
  • Use monitoring tools to ensure stability

7. Rollback Plan

  • Keep backup of previous version
  • Quickly revert if issues occur

퇽훹 Deployment Strategies

1. Blue-Green Deployment

  • Two environments (old & new)
  • Switch traffic after testing

2. Canary Deployment

  • Release to a small group first
  • Gradually roll out to all users

3. Rolling Deployment

  • Update servers one by one
  • No downtime

퇽훹 Best Practices

  • Automate deployment process
  • Maintain proper versioning
  • Perform thorough testing
  • Keep rollback strategy ready
  • Monitor continuously

퇽훹 Importance

  • Ensures smooth software delivery
  • Minimizes risks and downtime
  • Improves user experience
  • Supports continuous delivery
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