Description: A Pipeline in software development is a set of automated processes that enables continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) of applications. This system facilitates the efficient and rapid building, testing, and deployment of software, ensuring that code changes are regularly integrated and automatically validated. Pipelines are designed to reduce development time and improve software quality by allowing development teams to detect and fix errors early in the development lifecycle. Many development platforms provide visual tools and flexible configurations that enable developers to define their pipelines according to their specific needs, integrating various stages such as building, automated testing, and deployment to production environments. Additionally, pipelines can be configured to run on different platforms and programming languages, making them a versatile solution for development teams of any size. The ability to monitor and manage the status of each stage of the pipeline also allows teams to maintain strict control over the development process, enhancing collaboration and transparency among team members.
