The continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery/deployment (CD) methods are key tools in the field of modern software development, and they assist in the rapid, reliable and quality delivery of software. These DevOps methods are automated, and the code development, testing, and deployment processes are streamlined, which reduces the risk of integration, enhances productivity, and minimizes human labor. To implement CI/CD, Java cloud applications can utilize cloud-native services such as AWS Code Pipeline, Azure DevOps, and Google Cloud Build, as well as tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Travis CI, and Bamboo. Basic concepts of CI/CD include automation, regular integration, testing, intensive testing, constant feedback, and process improvement. Some of the major pipeline phases include deployment, monitoring, testing, artefact management, building automation, and source code management. Despite clear benefits, challenges remain, including infrastructure complexity, dependency management, test reliability, and cultural barriers, particularly in large-scale or enterprise Java projects. This work provides a thorough analysis of CI/CD procedures and resources, including frameworks, best practices, and challenges for Java cloud applications. It highlights strategies to optimize adoption, improve software quality, and accelerate delivery cycles.
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