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microservices deployment pipeline

/ˌmaɪ.krəʊˌsɜː.vɪ.sɪz dɪˈplɔɪ.mənt ˈpaɪp.laɪn/
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noun

A set of automated steps used to build, test, and release microservices software. It helps teams deliver updates safely and often.

  • Our microservices deployment pipeline runs tests before release.
  • The pipeline caught a bug before production.

Adinary Nuance

A microservices deployment pipeline is more specific than a deployment process or release workflow. It usually means an automated system for many small services, not one large application. People choose this phrase when they want to stress speed, testing, and controlled release. It is common in technical writing and team discussions.

In other languages

Vietnamese
quy trình triển khai
Spanish
canal de despliegue
Chinese
部署流水线
Japanese
デプロイパイプライン
Korean
배포 파이프라인

Etymology

This phrase combines microservices, deployment, and pipeline, all common in modern software engineering. It became widely used with DevOps and cloud development in the 2010s.

Common phrases

deployment pipelineCI/CD pipelineproduction releaseautomated testing pipeline

Synonyms

release pipeline (opens in new tab)deployment process (opens in new tab)delivery pipeline (opens in new tab)

Related words

microservicesdevops (opens in new tab)continuous integration (opens in new tab)continuous delivery (opens in new tab)automation

Frequently asked questions

Is microservices deployment pipeline a common business term?
It is common in software teams, but not in general business English.
What is the difference between deployment pipeline and release pipeline?
They are often similar. A deployment pipeline usually includes building and testing before release.
Can I use this phrase in IELTS writing?
Yes, if your topic is technology or software development.
Is it only for microservices systems?
Usually yes. It fits systems made of many small services.