Cloud Build
Cloud Build is a managed build and CI service used to compile code, run tests, and produce deployment artifacts in GCP.
What it does
Build pipelines.
When to use
Use Cloud Build when you need managed build execution as part of CI/CD pipelines in GCP.
Key Concepts
Build steps define how source code is compiled, tested, and packaged.
Triggers can launch builds automatically from repository events.
It is often connected to Artifact Registry and deployment systems.
Managed build execution reduces the need for self-hosted runners.
Common Use Cases
Running CI pipelines for applications and containers.
Building deployable artifacts automatically.
Connecting code changes to cloud deployment workflows.
Interview Questions
What is Cloud Build?
How does Cloud Build fit into CI/CD?
Why use a managed build service instead of self-hosted runners?