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9.5 - Project 4: Setting Up a CI/CD Pipeline for Automated Deployments

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Setting Up the Code Repository

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Today, we're starting with the first step of our CI/CD pipeline setupβ€”preparing our code repository. Why do you think it's essential to push our application code to a platform like GitHub?

Student 1
Student 1

Isn't it because GitHub helps us keep track of changes and versions in our code?

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly, Student_1! By using GitHub, we can collaborate more effectively and ensure that our code changes are documented. This eases the deployment process to AWS after every change. Can anyone recall what CI/CD stands for?

Student 2
Student 2

It stands for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment!

Teacher
Teacher

Great job, Student_2! Now, it's crucial we integrate GitHub correctly as our source in AWS CodePipeline. What do you think are some requirements for this integration?

Student 3
Student 3

We need to set up OAuth to allow AWS to access our GitHub repository.

Teacher
Teacher

That's correct, Student_3! OAuth is essential for security. Let's summarize today's key point: A code repository is vital for managing code changes effectively, especially in a CI/CD setup.

Creating CodePipeline

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Now that we understand the code repository, let's set up the CodePipeline. What do you think happens during the build stage?

Student 4
Student 4

I believe it compiles our code and runs tests to ensure everything works as expected?

Teacher
Teacher

Correct, Student_4! Building code helps us catch errors early in the process. What options do we have for the build provider?

Student 1
Student 1

We can use AWS CodeBuild, or if we don’t need to build, we can just passthrough it!

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! Using passthrough is efficient for static sites. Now, can anyone describe more about how we configure the final deployment?

Student 2
Student 2

We can choose between AWS S3 for static sites and AWS CodeDeploy for EC2 instances!

Teacher
Teacher

Spot on! Thus, configuring the deployment strategy is essential for how our app will deliver changes efficiently. In our next session, we'll look at setting up CodeDeploy.

Configuration of CodeDeploy

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Moving on, let's discuss the setup for AWS CodeDeploy. Why do you think we need a deployment group?

Student 3
Student 3

I think it's to group our EC2 instances that will receive the updates!

Teacher
Teacher

Correct, Student_3! A deployment group allows us to manage which instances get the updates. What else is necessary for CodeDeploy to work effectively?

Student 4
Student 4

We need to attach IAM roles and install the CodeDeploy agent on our EC2 instance.

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! IAM roles allow CodeDeploy to communicate with other AWS services securely. And can anyone recall what goes into the `appspec.yml` file?

Student 1
Student 1

It specifies the deployment configuration, including file paths and hooks for actions post-deployment!

Teacher
Teacher

Fantastic! Remember, the `appspec.yml` file is key in directing CodeDeploy on how to execute our updates. Let’s recapβ€”setting up CodeDeploy involves creating a deployment group, attaching IAM roles, and configuring the `appspec.yml`.

Testing the Pipeline

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Finally, we reach an exciting stageβ€”testing our pipeline. What should we expect to see when we push a new commit to GitHub?

Student 2
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If everything is configured correctly, we should see our changes automatically deployed to our EC2 or S3!

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly, Student_2! The automation here saves a lot of manual deployment time. What could be potential issues if something fails during this process?

Student 4
Student 4

Errors in our code or misconfigurations in CodeDeploy settings could cause failures.

Teacher
Teacher

Right! It's important to check logs in CodeDeploy to understand what went wrong. Can someone summarize the testing process for us?

Student 3
Student 3

We should push code changes to GitHub and observe if the pipeline executes successfully, leading to an automatic deployment.

Teacher
Teacher

Perfect recap, Student_3! Automating deployments not only increases efficiency but also improves overall reliability. Remember, testing our pipeline is crucial for ensuring that our setup works as intended!

Introduction & Overview

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Quick Overview

This section covers the setup of a Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline to automate the deployment of code changes from GitHub to either EC2 or S3.

Standard

In this section, we detail the steps necessary to configure a CI/CD pipeline utilizing AWS services to automatically deploy code changes. The pipeline integrates GitHub for code source control and utilizes AWS CodePipeline for deployment management, enabling streamlined and efficient updates to applications.

Detailed

Detailed Summary

In Project 4, the goal is to establish a CI/CD pipeline that automates the deployment of code changes. This is pivotal in modern software development as it enhances efficiency and reduces the possibility of human error during the deployment process. The project entails several critical steps:

  1. Prepare Code Repository: Start by pushing your website or application code to a GitHub repository. This serves as the source for your pipeline.
  2. Create CodePipeline: Set up AWS CodePipeline, selecting GitHub for the source stage (which requires OAuth integration). You have the option of incorporating AWS CodeBuild in the build stage if needed, or you can opt for a passthrough.
  3. Deployment Configuration: Choose the deployment method based on your application typeβ€”either to S3 for static sites or using AWS CodeDeploy for deploying to EC2 instances.
  4. CodeDeploy Setup: Create a CodeDeploy application and deployment group, making sure to attach the appropriate IAM roles and configure EC2 tags. Additionally, install the CodeDeploy agent on the EC2 instance to facilitate deployments.
  5. appspec.yml Configuration: Craft a necessary appspec.yml file for AWS CodeDeploy that specifies details about your deployment, including file sources, destinations, and any relevant hooks (like restarting servers post-installation).
  6. Testing the Pipeline: The pipeline can be tested by pushing a new commit to your GitHub repository, at which point you can watch the continuous integration process work its magic as changes are deployed automatically.

This project exemplifies key practices in DevOps, enabling automation in deployment processes, which leads to quicker turnaround times and enhanced reliability in application delivery.

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Goal of the Project

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🌎 Goal:
Set up a pipeline to automatically deploy code changes from GitHub to EC2 or S3.

Detailed Explanation

The goal of this project is to create a continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. This means that whenever code is updated and pushed to a GitHub repository, the changes will automatically be deployed to either an EC2 instance or an S3 bucket, depending on whether the project is a dynamic web application or a static website.

Examples & Analogies

Think of this like an assembly line in a factory. Once a product is finished (in this case, code is pushed), it moves down the line (the CI/CD pipeline) where it's automatically packaged and shipped (deployed) to the customers (EC2 or S3) without further manual effort.

Prepare Code Repository

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βœ… Steps:
1. Prepare Code Repository:
- Push website/app code to a GitHub repository.

Detailed Explanation

The first step is to prepare your code repository. This involves taking your application or website code and uploading it to a GitHub repository. GitHub is a platform where developers can store and manage their code. Once the code is on GitHub, it can be monitored for changes.

Examples & Analogies

Imagine GitHub as a digital library. You write your book (code) and then place it on the library shelf (the GitHub repository). Now anyone can find your book, read it, and even suggest changes.

Create CodePipeline

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  1. Create CodePipeline:
  2. Source: GitHub (OAuth integration)
  3. Build: AWS CodeBuild (optional, or use passthrough)
  4. Deploy:
    β–  S3: for static sites
    β–  CodeDeploy: for EC2

Detailed Explanation

Next, you will create a CodePipeline, which is a service provided by AWS to automate the process of code deployment. You designate GitHub as the source where your code resides, and you set up AWS CodeBuild if needed (this is typically used to compile your code). Finally, you specify where the code is to be deployed: to an S3 bucket for static websites or to an EC2 instance for dynamic applications.

Examples & Analogies

Think of the CodePipeline as a delivery service. It picks up your package (updated code) from the GitHub warehouse, checks to ensure it's ready to go (build step), and then delivers it to the right destination (S3 or EC2).

Create CodeDeploy Application and Deployment Group

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  1. Create CodeDeploy Application and Deployment Group:
  2. Attach IAM roles and EC2 tags.
  3. Install CodeDeploy agent on EC2 instance.

Detailed Explanation

In this step, you will set up a CodeDeploy application and a deployment group. This involves configuring various settings, such as IAM (Identity and Access Management) roles that give permissions for AWS services to access each other and tagging your EC2 instances for identification. You will also need to install the CodeDeploy agent on your EC2 instance, which allows AWS to deploy your application onto it.

Examples & Analogies

Imagine this as setting up special access passes for workers (EC2 instances) in a factory. You grant them the permissions they need to carry out their tasks (deploy the code) and equip them with the necessary tools (CodeDeploy agent) to ensure they can do their jobs efficiently.

Configure appspec.yml for CodeDeploy

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  1. Configure appspec.yml for CodeDeploy:
    version: 0.0
    os: linux
    files:
  2. source: /
    destination: /var/www/html
    hooks:
    AfterInstall:
  3. location: scripts/restart_server.sh
    timeout: 60
    runas: root

Detailed Explanation

Here, you configure an 'appspec.yml' file, which instructs CodeDeploy on how to deploy your application. It specifies the source location of your files, where they should be placed on the server, and any scripts that need to be run after the installation, such as restarting the web server to apply changes.

Examples & Analogies

Think of this file as an instruction manual for building furniture. It tells you where each piece (code and files) should go, and what steps to take after everything is assembled (like restarting the server) to ensure it’s ready to use.

Test the Pipeline

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  1. Test the Pipeline:
  2. Push a new commit to GitHub.
  3. Watch it flow through the pipeline and deploy automatically.

Detailed Explanation

The final step is to test your entire CI/CD pipeline. You do this by pushing a new commit (a change or update) to your GitHub repository. You can then watch the process as CodePipeline picks up the commit, triggers any builds, and finally deploys the changes automatically to your specified destination.

Examples & Analogies

This is like running a test on a vending machine. You put your money in (push a commit), choose what you want (trigger the build), and watch as it gives you your snack (deploy the code) without any further effort on your part.

Definitions & Key Concepts

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Key Concepts

  • CI/CD: A methodology for automating code integration and deployment.

  • CodePipeline: A service that manages continuous delivery pipelines.

  • GitHub Integration: Essential for source code management in CI/CD.

  • CodeDeploy: Automates deployment process to AWS infrastructure.

  • appspec.yml: Configuration file directing AWS CodeDeploy actions.

Examples & Real-Life Applications

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Examples

  • When pushing code changes to GitHub, CodePipeline detects the changes and automatically starts the deployment process.

  • After integrating CodeDeploy, an EC2 instance will install the latest version of the application whenever there's a new push in the repository.

Memory Aids

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🎡 Rhymes Time

  • To deploy our code with ease, put it on GitHub if you pleaseβ€”CI/CD, it runs so free, watch those changes flow like a breeze.

πŸ“– Fascinating Stories

  • Imagine a busy pizza shop where every time a new recipe is created, a helper instantly updates the menu on the wallβ€”this is like automating deployments with CI/CD in the coding world.

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • G-C-D: GitHub, CodePipeline, Deployβ€”it reminds you of the order in CI/CD setup!

🎯 Super Acronyms

P-C-A-D

  • Prepare
  • Configure
  • Automate
  • Deploy
  • summarizing the main steps in the CI/CD process.

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Glossary of Terms

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  • Term: CI/CD

    Definition:

    Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment; a methodology that automates the integration and deployment of code changes.

  • Term: CodePipeline

    Definition:

    An AWS service used to automate the build, test, and deploy phases of application development.

  • Term: GitHub

    Definition:

    A cloud-based platform for version control and collaboration; it stores code repositories.

  • Term: CodeDeploy

    Definition:

    An AWS service that automates application deployments to EC2 instances.

  • Term: appspec.yml

    Definition:

    A configuration file used by AWS CodeDeploy to define the deployment process.