GitLab Executors
What Are GitLab Executors?
4.1. Introduction to GitLab Executors
GitLab CI/CD is a powerful tool that allows for automation of the software development lifecycle, from code integration to deployment. One of the core components of GitLab CI/CD is the GitLab Runner, which executes the jobs defined in your CI/CD pipelines. To execute these jobs, GitLab Runner utilizes executors.
What Are GitLab Executors?
GitLab executors are environments in which the GitLab Runner executes CI/CD jobs. They define how and where the jobs will run, providing flexibility to match the diverse needs of different projects and development workflows. Executors can run jobs in various contexts, such as on local machines, in Docker containers, on virtual machines, or in cloud environments.
Example with Data Analysis Project: For our calculator project, the choice of executor can significantly affect the consistency and reliability of our CI/CD process.