CI/CD Fundamentals
Artifact
An artifact is a file or collection of files produced by a build or workflow and retained for later use. Examples include compiled binaries, test reports, release packages, and deployment bundles.
Also known as: build artifact
Why it matters
Retained outputs connect build execution to testing, distribution, and deployment.
Practical example
Upload a compiled application once and download that exact artifact in the deployment job.
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