AWS CodeBuild Reviews

I utilize CodeBuild's broad services.

The integration with other AWS services is important as well. These features make CodeBuild valuable to me.

I faced some challenges while using CodeBuild. I would like to see some improvements in certain limitations of the product.

I have used CodeBuild for some time.

There have been times when CodeBuild has shown some instability, like bugs or breakdowns.

The initial setup of CodeBuild is easy.

Regarding the pricing of CodeBuild, I cannot speak to the exact price. 

I recommend it to others. From one to ten, I would rate CodeBuild eight out of ten.

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In our environment, the primary use case for AWS CodeBuild is to build Docker images for containerized applications. We also use it to build application binaries. 

One of the most valuable features of AWS CodeBuild is its variable feature. Instead of having to rewrite credentials or configurations multiple times for different stages, we can define these variables once and use them across various steps in the build pipeline. With a clear characterization of steps and instructions, we better understand what actions are being taken within each pipeline stage.

While working on building images for multiple applications within a single script, I encountered an issue where looping functionality was not supported as expected. Although conditions were functioning correctly, the lack of support for looping hindered my ability to execute certain tasks efficiently.

We have been using AWS CodeBuild for more than 2 years.

We haven't encountered any stability issues with CodeBuild. It has worked perfectly for you without any downtimes, which is essential, especially in modern environments where containerized applications are prevalent.

The platform's scalability of CodeBuild varies from client to client requirements.

We have yet to contact the technical support team, but the services are stable.

The initial setup for CodeBuild is straightforward. There is no need for installation. You just have to log in to your account and start writing scripts to build your application.

Using AWS CodeBuild might involve some initial expenses, but there are strategies to optimize costs and ensure a return on investment. Leveraging features like caching files and using the artifact feature to pass packages between stages can help reduce costs by minimizing the need to fetch files repeatedly.

Despite the cost, it is worth the investment.

CodeBuild integrates with other AWS services, enhancing the build environment's functionality. For instance, it works seamlessly with AWS Elastic Container Registry (ECR). It allows you to build and deploy container images to ECR directly from CodeBuild.

It is easy for someone with experience in shell scripting or writing code to learn. Once familiar with these skills, using CodeBuild becomes quite straightforward.

Following the predefined stages organizes the steps effectively. This helps users build their architecture with ease.

I rate it an eight out of ten.

We use AWS CodeBuild for CI/CD, taking codes from GitHub and GitLab, and deploying them over AWS CodeBuild. Our use case involves integrating with webhooks and CodeCommit to incorporate repository IDs, automate builds from GitHub, and trigger builds automatically. We rely on AWS CodeBuild to automate and manage deployments in our software development process.

AWS CodeBuild is valuable for its support of webhooks for GitHub and Bitbucket repositories, which automatically triggers builds on code changes. It automates builds for different operating systems, such as Linux and Windows, and includes preconfigured build environments for popular programming languages like Python and Java. Furthermore, it scales automatically to handle multiple concurrent build requests, eliminating the need for manual intervention during high demand. AWS CodeBuild reduces wait time and optimizes workflows.

There is room for improvement in making AWS CodeBuild available on Windows servers in the Mumbai region. Multiple clients have faced issues with pricing. After migrating from Azure to EC2, they were unexpectedly charged 100,000 rupees because the pricing details were not clearly visible. Displaying costs alongside the EC2 options could help clients avoid such billing surprises.

I have been working with AWS CodeBuild for the past two years.

The deployment process involves planning new features, integrating CodeCommit webhooks, and configuring testing in staging environments outside AWS. In AWS, deployment involves automation and management of applications, choosing deployment strategies like blue-green deployments and rolling updates, and building artifacts in S3 or EC2. AWS CodeDeploy facilitates blue-green deployments to maintain live environments or gradually replace instances with updates.

AWS CodeBuild is quite stable, scoring eight out of ten in terms of stability. The solution handles load through its impressive autoscaling features. As customer load increases, load balancers appropriately divert traffic, and autoscaling enhances EC2 instances both vertically and horizontally.

AWS CodeBuild scales automatically to accommodate multiple concurrent build requests, reducing the need for manual interventions during high demand. This scalability allows for multiple builds to run simultaneously without issues, especially during major releases or peak times. I am concerned that autoscaling within AWS services may not be well understood by new clients, leading to unexpected costs.

I haven't used technical support for AWS CodeBuild yet, so I can't provide an in-depth review. However, due to the lack of experience with it personally, I would rate technical support an eight out of ten.

Positive

Before AWS CodeBuild, I used solutions like EC2, ECR, and EKS. These major services are integral to our process.

The initial setup was quite straightforward, scoring nine out of ten for ease of setup. The process took approximately four to five hours to complete.

The deployment can be accomplished with just one employee if necessary, given AWS services' automation capabilities. However, maintaining AWS CodeBuild requires two people.

Issues with pricing have been mentioned, especially for new clients who might not realize the cost implications initially, such as leaving servers on for too long and incurring unexpectedly high bills without clear pricing visibility.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing AWS CodeBuild.

I rate AWS CodeBuild nine out of ten overall. AWS CodeBuild supports webhooks for GitHub and Bitbucket repositories, and automates builds for different operating systems like Linux and Windows, with preconfigured build environments available for popular programming languages. AWS CodeBuild automates and manages applications effectively during deployments, utilizing blue-green deployments or rolling updates through AWS.

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