How to Integrate the Jenkins Plugin

Introduction

The Jenkins plugin enables seamless integration with the CloudNetra monitoring platform to track and analyze CI/CD pipeline performance. This guide walks you through the steps to integrate the Jenkins plugin, ensuring detailed insights into your Jenkins jobs and processes.

Steps to Integrate the Jenkins Plugin

Step 1: Navigate to the Metrics Integration Page

1. Log in to the application.

2. Go to the Integration section and click on Metrics in the left-side panel.

   

Step 2: Expand the CI/CD Section

1. Expand the CI/CD section by clicking on it.

2. Click on the Jenkins from the available CI/CD plugins.

   

Step 3: Review Plugin Pre-Requisites

1. Before proceeding, click on the Plugin Pre-Requisites section to view and complete the necessary pre-requisites.

2. Ensure all conditions are met for successful integration.

Step 4: Plugin Configuration

1. Download the installation script provided in the Plugin Configuration section.

2. Assign execution permissions to the script by running the appropriate command.

   

Step 5: Plugin Installation

Important: Ensure the CloudNetra agent is installed on the target machine before proceeding. Plugins rely on the agent for proper functionality.

1. Select the target host from the available list.

   1. If the host is not listed, you must first Add the Linux Agent.

   
2. Execute the Installation Script

   1. Once the host is selected, a customized installation script will be generated. Execute this script on the remote server/host to complete the Jenkins plugin installation.

   

Step 6: Install the Dashboard

1. Click the Install Dashboard button to set up a detailed metrics dashboard for monitoring Jenkins performance. This dashboard provides insights into build statuses, execution times, resource utilization, and error tracking, enabling efficient monitoring and troubleshooting of your CI/CD pipelines.

   

Step 7: Verify the Installation

1. Navigate to the Metrics Dashboard page.

2. Confirm that the Jenkins Dashboard is displayed, indicating successful integration and setup.