Hands-On Continuous Integration and Automation with Jenkins - What Is Jenkins?

This video tutorial introduces Jenkins, an open-source automation server used for continuous integration (CI) in software development. It covers the installation of Jenkins on various operating systems and using Docker for a portable setup. The tutorial explains Jenkins' role as a CI server, its flexibility, and its use in software development processes like running tests, building, and packaging software. It also highlights Jenkins' adaptability for continuous delivery and deployment, aiming to speed up software production. The video concludes with a preview of the next tutorial on installing Jenkins on Windows.

What is Jenkins primarily known as?

• A web development tool

• An automation server

• A database management system

• A cloud storage service

Which programming language is Jenkins written in?

• C++

• Python

• Java

• Ruby

What is a common use case for Jenkins in software development?

• Designing user interfaces

• Creating network protocols

• Managing databases

• Continuous integration

How can Jenkins automate tasks in a software development process?

• By using a command-line interface

• By automatically triggering jobs at specific times or conditions

• By manually triggering each task

• By requiring user input for each task

What additional practices does Jenkins support beyond continuous integration?

• Continuous marketing and sales

• Continuous design and prototyping

• Continuous delivery and deployment

• Continuous testing and debugging