Packages are fundamental units of software deployment in Debian and related operating systems. Packaging enables users to deploy your packages using the built-in tools of their operating system.
In this course, you’ll learn about the environment that Debian packages live in, including repositories, package management installation tools, source and binary packages, and the “upstream” concept. Then you’ll learn about the structure and metadata of packages and an efficient way to build Debian packages using the fpm tool. You’ll also learn to use the Debian Build System, including the tools used to create package skeletons and multiple packages from a single code base. You’ll finish with an introduction to repository and package management and integrity.
By the end of this course, you’ll have learned about the Debian package ecosystem and several ways to build and package. This will enable you to seamlessly integrate your packages into existing infrastructure and take your deployment skills to the next level.
Packages are fundamental units of software deployment in Debian and related operating systems. Packaging enables users to deploy...Show More
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
An understanding of Debian packages and how they fit into the broader landscape of software producers, vendors and their repositories
Knowledge of the metadata relevant to Debian packages
Hands-on experience creating Debian packages from scratch
Understanding of the security aspects of software distribution, as applied to the Debian and Ubuntu toolchain
An understanding of Debian packages and how they fit into the broader landscape of software producers, vendors and their repositories
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Content
2.
Debian Packages in Context
5 Lessons
Discover the logic behind Debian package management, dependency handling, and package manager tools.
3.
What's Inside a Debian Package
4 Lessons
Examine the structure, components, and management of Debian package files.
4.
Quick Package Construction with fpm
6 Lessons
Break down the steps to efficiently create and manage Debian packages using fpm.
5.
The Debian Build System
9 Lessons
Take a closer look at the Debian build system's standardized process, tools, and key files.
6.
Quick Debian Packaging and Multipackage Builds
8 Lessons
Follow the process of streamlined Debian packaging and efficient multipackage builds.
7.
Repository Management
8 Lessons
Master the steps to manage Debian repositories, including setup, integrity checks, and using Aptly.
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