What are GitLab CI pipeline variables?

What are GitLab CI pipeline variables?

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

How do I define a variable in my GitLab CI configuration?

You can define variables in your .gitlab-ci.yml file under the variables section. For example:

variables:
  MY_VARIABLE: 'value'

Can I use environment variables in my GitLab CI pipeline?

Yes, you can use environment variables in your GitLab CI pipeline. They can be accessed using the syntax $VARIABLE_NAME.

What is the difference between predefined and custom variables?

Predefined variables are built-in variables provided by GitLab, while custom variables are user-defined and can be set in your project settings or .gitlab-ci.yml.