This course explores proven CI/CD design patterns to optimize and scale modern software delivery processes. By understanding the strategic application of design patterns, you'll be able to create robust, secure, and audit-ready pipelines for continuous integration and deployment.
CI/CD Design Patterns
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Advanced level
Recommended experience
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Apply CI/CD design patterns to build and manage efficient pipelines
Understand the relationships and interactions between CI/CD tools
Implement automation techniques for seamless workflow integration
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March 2026
Assessments
14 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 14 modules in this course
In this section, we explore CI/CD design patterns, their role in automation, and how they enable efficient, scalable, and reliable software delivery through pipelines and infrastructure.
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2 videos9 readings1 assignment
In this section, we cover CI/CD design patterns, pipeline as code, and infrastructure as code for efficient software delivery.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine test automation, artifact management, and branching strategies to optimize CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable software delivery.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore mapping CI/CD design patterns to business outcomes, analyzing CI/CD maturity, and aligning with OKRs to overcome adoption barriers.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine monorepo and polyrepo CI/CD design patterns, analyzing scalability, pipeline dependencies, modularity, and control for efficient software development.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore deployment strategies like blue-green, canary, and A/B testing to enhance CI/CD pipeline reliability and scalability through structured design and policy controls.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore behavioral CI/CD design patterns, focusing on human behavior integration, AI-based observability tools, and implementation challenges to improve development efficiency and system reliability.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore DDD application in regulated domains, focusing on bounded contexts, compliance, and CI/CD integration for secure, scalable solutions.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore creational CI/CD patterns to enhance cloud deployment efficiency, focusing on containerization, microservices, and secure pipeline implementation for scalable and resilient applications.
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1 video9 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine cloud-native deployment strategies and creational CI/CD patterns, focusing on practical applications in AWS and microservices architectures.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore integrating audits into CI/CD workflows, focusing on checklists, taxonomy, and system controls for reliable assessments.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine self-learning CI/CD patterns, real-time utility-based systems, and the role of generative AI in enhancing software development efficiency and adaptability.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine CI/CD anti-patterns and their long-term impacts, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate design patterns for platform engineering and system reliability.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore applying CI/CD knowledge through testing and real-world case studies, focusing on improving delivery processes and understanding pattern impacts.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
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