Exercise Files
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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Resource Link
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