GitLab CI/CD for GitOps
The One DevOps Platform.
Overview
GitLab is a complete DevOps platform, delivered as a single application. It provides a full CI/CD toolchain out-of-the-box. For GitOps, GitLab integrates with a Kubernetes agent to enable pull-based deployments and manage cluster resources declaratively from Git.
✨ Key Features
- Integrated source code management, CI/CD, and security
- GitOps workflows with the GitLab Agent for Kubernetes
- Support for both push-based and pull-based deployments
- Built-in container registry and package management
- Advanced security and compliance features
- Environment management and deployment tracking
🎯 Key Differentiators
- All-in-one DevOps platform
- Tight integration between SCM, CI/CD, and security
- Single application and user interface
Unique Value: GitLab simplifies the DevOps toolchain by providing a single application for the entire software development and delivery lifecycle.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- A complete DevOps platform for teams of all sizes
- GitOps-driven deployment of applications to Kubernetes
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations not using GitLab for source code management
- Teams looking for a lightweight, standalone GitOps tool
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike a collection of disparate tools, GitLab offers a seamless and integrated experience, reducing complexity and improving collaboration.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 5 GB storage, 10 GB transfer per month, 400 CI/CD minutes per month.
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