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Using and Managing Jenkins Plugins
Jenkins isn't a build server, it's an automation server - everything you need for CI/CD pipelines all comes from plugins. It's time to learn how to use plugins effectively: minimize dependencies, manage security updates, and build your own plugin.
What you'll learn
Plugins extend every part of Jenkins, and there are over 1,500 plugins which add all sorts of features - building test reports, sending chat notifications, deploying to production platforms, and even configuring Jenkins itself. Plugins are regularly updated with new features and security patches, but you need to be aware that updates can cause failures. In this course, Using and Managing Jenkins Plugins, you'll learn techniques to get the most out of Jenkins plugins. First, you'll find out how the plugin model works in Jenkins. Then, you'll explore how to discover, install, and use plugins - both in freestyle and pipeline jobs. Next, you'll see how easy it is to build a custom plugin and extend Jenkins with your own features. Finally, you'll gain an understanding on how to safely manage your plugins. When you're finished with the course, you'll be able to put plugins to work and keep all of your jobs running smoothly.
Table of contents
- Introducing the Jenkins Plugin Model | 5m 56s
- Demo: Running Jenkins with No Plugins | 5m 3s
- Exploring the Suggested Plugins | 3m 45s
- Demo: Running Jenkins with Suggested Plugins | 4m 57s
- Understanding Job Dependencies on Plugins | 1m 42s
- Demo: Managing Plugin Updates | 4m 19s
- Strategies to Minimize Plugin Dependencies | 4m 11s
- Demo: Running Jenkins with Essential Plugins | 5m 49s
- Module Summary | 1m 45s
About the author
Elton is an independent consultant specializing in systems integration with the Microsoft stack. He is a Microsoft MVP, blogger, and practicing Technical Architect.