Git is a powerful version control system that helps developers track changes to their code and collaborate efficiently. It allows you to manage multiple versions of your project, making it easier to handle updates and rollbacks. By using Git, developers can ensure that the latest code is always accessible and securely stored in repositories like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
KloudBean simplifies the code deployment process by offering seamless Git integration. With just a simple cloning process, you can connect your Git repository to KloudBean. If your repository is private, KloudBean allows you to add an SSH key for secure access. This straightforward setup removes the complexities of manual deployment and makes it incredibly easy and handy to deploy code updates. KloudBean ensures your deployments are quick, secure, and efficient, giving you more time to focus on development rather than deployment tasks.
Now that we know about Git, let's take a look at the steps to enable Git and clone your repository on the KloudBean platform.
Step 1: Enable Git feature from Kloudbean console.
In order to enable Git integration, You have to follow these steps;
- Go to your application from Application menu.
- Go to Deploy Code tab from side menu.
- Click on ENABLE GIT INTEGRATION to enable it.
Once done, you should be able to see Git related fields are appeared, including button SHOW SSH KEY. This is your application specific Public Key of server. If your repository is private then these keys are very essential to connect repo to your current app.
Step 2: View and Copy SSH Key
Click on SHOW SSH KEY to view and copy the keys this Public key in order to add them on your Github or any of your repository providers platform (Gitlab or Bitbucket).
Step 3: Deploy SSH Key on Github Repository
Once keys are copied. Go to your Git repository, and click on Settings tab in top menu.
From the left side menu, click on Deploy keys option and followed by Add deploy key.
After this Deploy keys section will appear with Title and Key fields to add.
- Add your key title.
- Insert the public key that we just copied from Kloudbean console.
- Click on Add key button to save this key.
After this we should be able to clone this repo on our server in kloudbean.
Step 4: Copy Repository Address
In order to copy repository URL, Click on Code button in your repo, from SSH tab copy the git url.
Step 5: Insert Repository address and Clone it
After copying the repo url.
- Paste this URL in Kloudbean's Git Branch Address field and click on Load icon to connect repo.
- Once done you should be able to see available branches in Branch field to list to select and clone required branch.
- Deployment Path is optional fields to clone repo in desired directory.
- After this click on Clone Now button to initiate repo cloning.
With this click your repository should be cloned on your app and ready for deployment.
Conclusion
KloudBean simplifies your deployment process by integrating Git, making it faster, more secure, and hassle-free. With just a few simple steps, you can connect your repository and automate the deployment of your code, ensuring a seamless development workflow. Whether you're using a public or private repository, KloudBean ensures your code is deployed with minimal effort and maximum efficiency. Embrace the power of Git integration and optimize your development process today!
If you face any challenges while setting up Git or managing your deployments on KloudBean, our dedicated support team is available 24/7 to help you every step of the way.