What are GitLab CI/CD pipeline variables?

What are GitLab CI/CD pipeline variables?

GitLab CI/CD pipeline variables are key-value pairs that can be used to customize your CI/CD jobs. They allow you to store configuration settings, secrets, and other data that can be reused across different jobs in your pipeline.

How do I set up these variables in my GitLab project?

You can set up pipeline variables in your GitLab project by navigating to your project settings, then selecting 'CI / CD' and expanding the 'Variables' section. Here, you can add new variables with their corresponding values.

Can I use these variables in my .gitlab-ci.yml file?

Yes, you can use these variables in your .gitlab-ci.yml file by referencing them with the syntax $VARIABLE_NAME. This allows you to dynamically use the values in your CI/CD jobs.

Are there any predefined variables I should know about?

Yes, GitLab provides several predefined variables, such as CI_COMMIT_SHA, CI_PIPELINE_ID, and CI_PROJECT_NAME, which can be very useful for accessing information about the current pipeline and project.