DevOps Tools — Build Automation & CI

What are the common tools ?

routerhan
3 min readNov 10, 2023

This time, let’s talk about DevOps tools, which we’ll delve into the world of build automation and continuous integration. In this article, we’ll walk you through these essential concepts, shedding light on the tools that power these critical aspects of the DevOps pipeline.

Build Automation

Build automation is the heartbeat of software development, streamlining the process of transforming code into a deployable product.

The choice of build automation tools often depends on the programming languages and frameworks used in your project.

Java:

  • For Java development, tools like ANT, Maven, and Gradle reign supreme. While ANT paved the way in the past, Maven and Gradle have emerged as the go-to choices for modern Java projects.

JavaScript:

  • In the JavaScript universe, a collection of tools awaits, including NPM, Grunt, and Gulp. They are instrumental in managing dependencies, running tasks, and ensuring a smooth development workflow.

Linux :

  • If you’re a Linux enthusiast, you’ve likely crossed paths with Make. This versatile build automation tool is deeply ingrained in the Linux ecosystem…

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routerhan

R&D Software Engineer @IBM Germany. This blog is an independent research of cloud computing.