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Deploy a Node.js Express App with GitLab's Cloud Run Integration

If you're a developer looking to simplify your deployment process, GitLab offers an integrated way to deploy Node.js applications to the cloud with its Google Cloud Run feature. Cloud Run allows you to execute your containerised applications on a fully managed environment, reducing the operational overhead. This tutorial focuses on deploying a Node.js Express app using GitLab's straightforward CI/CD pipelines and Cloud Run integration.

Why Choose GitLab and Cloud Run?

GitLab provides a unified DevOps platform where your code and deployment strategy coexist seamlessly. Cloud Run, on the other hand, allows you to work within a serverless architecture, providing scalability and automation. Together, they form a powerful synergy for rapid and efficient deployments.

Getting Started

First, ensure your Node.js and Express application is ready for containerisation. Create a Dockerfile to containerise the app and include the necessary configurations.

Create a .gitlab-ci.yml

The CI/CD pipeline in GitLab is managed via the .gitlab-ci.yml file. Here, you’ll define the stages and jobs required for your application, including building the container and deploying it to Cloud Run.

Authenticate to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Secure and efficient authentication is crucial. Use GitLab's secrets feature to store and access your GCP service account key for deployment.

Final Thoughts

Once your pipeline is set up, pushing changes to your GitLab repository will automatically trigger the build and deployment of the app to Cloud Run. This reduces manual intervention and allows you to focus on writing quality code. GitLab's powerful CI/CD and seamless integration with Cloud Run simplifies the entire process, making it an excellent option for development teams of all sizes.

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