We use the Git repository and tagging feature. We are a product-based company and use this solution to move to a forward or backward tag.
Director Technology at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
Collaborative software development platform that is straightforward to set up
Pros and Cons
- "We use the Git repository and tagging feature. We are a product-based company and use this solution to move to a forward or backward tag."
- "We compared this solution with Atlassian, which has Bitbucket, and we felt GitLab is a little easier to use."
- "We would like to have easier tutorials. Their tutorials are too technical for a user to understand. They should be more detailed but less technical."
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
We would like to have easier tutorials. Their tutorials are too technical for a user to understand. They should be more detailed but less technical.
We would also like to have a desktop app for GitLab which will make things a little more seamless.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using this solution for six years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This is a stable solution.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This is a scalable solution.
How are customer service and support?
We had some GitLab integrations and needed some assistance. We received pretty good support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We compared this solution with Atlassian. Atlassian has Bitbucket and we felt GitLab is a little easier to use.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is pretty straightforward.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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