Testing Complete System Deployments with Zuul - Project Gating and Infrastructure Testing

Explore a 30-minute conference talk that delves into robust testing methodologies for operational system changes using Project Gating. Learn how the OpenDev collaboratory team implements a comprehensive testing approach combining Containers, Ansible, and Zuul to manage enterprise-level services. Discover how Zuul utilizes Ansible to create complete infrastructure replicas for testing proposed changes, enabling confident direct-to-production deployments. Speaker James Blair demonstrates how this public infrastructure model allows anyone to propose changes while maintaining system integrity through automated testing processes. Gain practical insights into implementing similar testing frameworks within your own environment, bridging the gap between development and operations in the age of GitOps.