Summary

In this chapter, we discovered techniques that we can leverage to architect and implement automated build pipelines. Build pipelines represent the culmination of collaboration and standards. We learned ways to encourage business buy-in for build pipelines, and how to architect and implement build pipelines in Jenkins.

At this point we should now have a good understanding of the concepts surrounding the creation of build-pipelines, automated delivery, and the value proposition of the implementation. During the course of the chapter, we encouraged the development of a mindset favoring an increased release velocity through build pipelines and standardized conventions. The change in mindset will improve quality by reducing the time to market and risk. Continuing to automate your path towards automated validation and delivery will undoubtedly not go unnoticed. The reward lies in the journey.

In the next chapter, we will dive into the underlying principles and practices of continuous integration...