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As we transition from a monolithic architecture to a microservices-based approach one of the main challenges we're facing is implementing an efficient Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. In a monolith, we had a single codebase that made it straightforward to manage automated builds, tests, and deployments. However, with multiple loosely coupled services, the complexity has increased significantly. Each microservice can be developed in a different language, might have its own database, and could depend on different third-party services.

Given this complexity, we're unsure whether to go for a single CI/CD pipeline that manages all microservices or to have individual pipelines for each service. The goal is to have rapid, reliable, and automated deployments without creating a bottleneck in the development process. What are the best practices for implementing CI/CD in a microservices architecture?

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Switching from monolith to microservices definitely adds a layer of complexity when it comes to CI/CD. In my experience having individual pipelines for each microservice offers greater flexibility. It allows each service to be deployed independently, making it easier to roll back changes for one service without affecting others. Plus, you can tailor each pipeline to the specific needs of its service (like different languages or databases).

However, managing individual pipelines can become challenging. You might consider a hybrid approach. Use a 'master' pipeline to handle shared resources and orchestration, while letting each service have its own 'child' pipeline for building, testing, and deploying. This allows you to maintain the benefits of both worlds: central management without stifling the flexibility and independence of each service. Just make sure to invest in good monitoring and logging to keep track of everything.

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