GitLab
A code collaboration platform commonly referenced for repositories merge requests CI/CD jobs permissions and project workflows.
Plain English
When coworkers mention GitLab they usually mean where code changes and related delivery checks are hosted and reviewed.
In context
Teams use GitLab for repository access branch work merge requests automated pipelines deployment coordination and other project collaboration around code.
Example
“Open a merge request in GitLab and check whether the CI pipeline passes.”
When you'll hear this
- software development
- code review
- CI/CD operations
Common misunderstanding
GitLab is more than repository storage and everyday references may point to a merge request pipeline issue or permission inside a project.
Also known as
GitLab repoGitLab repositoryGitLab merge requestGitLab CI/CD
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Updated: 2026-08-28
