What files does it validate?

It primarily targets .gitlab-ci.yml files but can be used to validate any YAML configuration intended for GitLab CI/CD pipelines.

Does it require external tools for local testing?

While syntax and security scans are built-in, local pipeline execution simulation recommends having Docker and gitlab-ci-local installed.

Can I use this for security auditing?

Absolutely. The skill scans for hardcoded secrets, insecure script patterns like 'curl | bash', and unpinned Docker images to ensure compliance.

Does this skill support GitLab components?

Yes, it fully supports GitLab 17.0+ component includes, validating their format, versioning, and potential circular dependencies.

How does it help optimize pipelines?

It identifies opportunities for Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) optimization, parallel execution, and proper cache or artifact configuration to reduce runtime.

GitLab CI Validator

Name: GitLab CI Validator
Author: akin-ozer

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Deployment & DevOps

Validates, lints, and secures GitLab CI/CD pipeline configurations to ensure syntax accuracy and adherence to security best practices.

The GitLab CI Validator is a comprehensive toolkit designed to streamline the management of .gitlab-ci.yml files by providing a multi-layered validation workflow. It automatically checks for YAML syntax errors, schema compliance, and structural issues while simultaneously scanning for security vulnerabilities like hardcoded secrets, insecure script patterns, and unpinned Docker images. By offering actionable suggestions for performance optimization—including Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) improvements and resource management—this skill helps developers build robust, efficient, and compliant automated pipelines directly within the Claude Code environment.

Key Features

01Multi-layer syntax and schema validation for .gitlab-ci.yml and GitLab 17.0+ components

02Performance optimization analysis for DAG, parallel execution, and cache configuration

03Best practice auditing for image versioning, artifact expiration, and resource usage

04Comprehensive validation for all include types including local, remote, template, and project

0566 GitHub stars

06Automated security scanning for hardcoded secrets, credentials, and dangerous script patterns

Use Cases

01Optimizing CI/CD execution speed and resource efficiency using performance-focused best practices

02Auditing existing pipelines for security vulnerabilities and credential leaks before merging code

03Debugging complex pipeline syntax errors and circular dependency issues in large-scale configurations

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add akin-ozer/cc-devops-skills gitlab-ci-validator

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