How to Set up an Azure DevOps Self-Hosted Agent on-Premise
As a Cloud Architect, it is essential to understand the different options available to set up a self-hosted agent on-premise. Azure DevOps provides an extensive platform that allows you to build, deploy, and manage applications. One of the key components of the platform is the self-hosted agent. It is used to run tasks in Azure DevOps pipelines and is a crucial part of the overall DevOps experience.
What Is a Self-Hosted Agent?
A self-hosted agent is a computer or virtual machine (VM) that runs build tasks for Azure DevOps. It is used to execute automated builds and deployments. It can be used to run tasks in Azure Pipelines or as part of a continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) process. The agent can be hosted on-premise or in the cloud.
Benefits of Setting up a Self-Hosted Agent on-Premise
Setting up a self-hosted agent on-premise provides several benefits. It allows you to have full control over the environment and the build process. This allows you to customize the environment to fit your specific needs. Additionally, you can use the same build process for multiple projects. It also provides the ability to access local resources, such as local databases and file systems. Finally, setting up a self-hosted agent on-premise provides better security and privacy.
Steps to Setting Up a Self-Hosted Agent on-Premise
The process of setting up a self-hosted agent on-premise involves several steps. The first step is to create an Azure DevOps project and configure it to use a self-hosted agent. Next, you will need to create a Windows or Linux VM to host the agent. After that, you will need to install the necessary software on the VM, such as the Azure DevOps agent. Finally, you will need to configure the agent and connect it to the Azure DevOps project.
Conclusion
Setting up a self-hosted agent on-premise provides several advantages when using Azure DevOps. It allows you to have full control over the environment and the build process, which allows for customization and better security. Additionally, it provides the ability to access local resources and use the same build process for multiple projects. Following the steps outlined in this article will help ensure success when setting up a self-hosted agent on-premise.
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