Accelario Data Virtualization and Data Anonymization plugin (Accelario Data plugin) is an advanced Jenkins plugin specifically designed by Accelario for efficient database management and the streamlined deployment of virtualized databases. This tool simplifies the complexities associated with managing multiple database environments, enabling developers and database administrators to automate the deployment process and maintain high levels of productivity and data integrity. This plugin streamlines creating, managing, and deploying virtualized database environments, and incorporates data anonymization features, making it an essential tool for developers and database administrators in dynamic development, testing, or production settings.
Prerequisites
Requires Jenkins version 2.x or newer.
Access to a compatible Accelario Data Virtualization server is mandatory.
Set up credentials for Accelario Virtualization
Manual Installation:
Obtain the
.hpi
file from the Accelario repository.Go to Manage Jenkins > Manage Plugins > Advanced, and select Upload Plugin to upload the
.hpi
file.Click Upload to finalize the installation.
Configuration
Global configuration (should be done 1 time)
Proceed to Manage Jenkins > Configure System > Global Properties
Add new variable named
VIRTUALIZATION_SERVER_ADDRESS
with a value of address to running Accelario Virtualization serverSave these global settings.
Proceed to Manage Jenkins > Credentials
Add new credential
Job-specific configurations:
Job: Accelario: Start VDB from a snapshot
For a new or existing Jenkins job, add a Build Step.
Choose Accelario: Start VDB from a snapshot of the list of options.
Configure the specific database parameters for the job.
Parameters:
Name | Hint |
---|---|
GI Name | The existing Golden Image (GI) name |
Snapshot name | The existing snapshot name |
VDB Name | A new unique name for the Virtual Database (VDB) to be created. |
Target DB Home name | Specify the existing Target DB Home name |