GitLab 18.11: CI Expert and Data Analyst AI agents target development gaps

GitLab 18.11 introduces two new AI-driven agents, the CI Expert Agent and Data Analyst Agent, to address gaps in the software development lifecycle that have been largely overlooked by traditional tools. The CI Expert Agent, now in beta, facilitates rapid setup of continuous integration pipelines by analyzing repositories and automatically generating build and test configurations tailored to specific languages and frameworks, thus eliminating the need for manual YAML configuration. Meanwhile, the Data Analyst Agent, now generally available, enables users to query GitLab data in natural language, providing instant insights into metrics such as merge request cycle times, pipeline performance, and deployment targets without requiring specialized query language knowledge or reliance on analytics teams. Both agents are integrated within GitLab, ensuring real-time, context-aware assistance that enhances the efficiency of code delivery and maintenance while offering a cohesive platform experience.

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