How to Build Your Own GoCD
Replace GoCD with a custom build. Open Source Continuous Delivery and Release Automation Server
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 9 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 9 features
Workflow Management(2 features)
Excels at modeling complex CD workflows for fast feedback with modeling constructs, parallel execution and dependency management.
Manages dependencies within complex CD workflows to ensure proper job sequencing and execution.
Cloud Integration(1 features)
Streamlines CD workflow on popular cloud environments such as Kubernetes, Docker, AWS and more.
Core Functionality(1 features)
No plugin required for core continuous delivery functionality. Ready-to-use CD features available immediately.
Debugging & Troubleshooting(1 features)
Helps troubleshoot broken pipelines by tracking every change from commit to deploy in real time. Ability to compare content - both files and commit messages - across any two arbitrary builds.
Extensibility(1 features)
Extensible plugin architecture for integration with many popular external tools and services. Painless and non-breaking upgrades even when using plugins. Plugin API available for writing custom plugins.
Performance(1 features)
Supports parallel execution of jobs within workflows for faster feedback and optimized CD processes.
Support & Community(1 features)
Active forum where users and contributors share best practices and discuss topics including GoCD and continuous delivery how-tos. Available via Google Group or GitHub Discussions.
Visualization(1 features)
Value stream map shows entire path to production in a single view. Easily navigate across jobs, spot inefficiencies, and optimize processes.
Cost Calculator
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