Jenkins Plugins

Jenkins plugins are like special add-ons that extend Jenkins’ capabilities. With over 2,000 plugins available, they make workflows more efficient and easier to manage. They allow developers and testers to customize Jenkins based on specific project requirements.

• Purpose: To simplify automation processes, enhance test reporting, and improve integration with tools like Maven, Cucumber, and TestNG.
• Source: Plugins are either developed by the Jenkins community or the Jenkins team.

Use Cases:

• Automates Tasks: Reduces manual efforts in software development.
• Simplifies Testing: Improves software quality by automating testing and analysis.
• Reduces Human Error: Minimizes mistakes by automating tasks.
• Increases Agility: Enables faster releases and quicker bug fixes.

Installing Jenkin Plugins

Here are the steps to install Jenkin plugins:

Step 1: Open Jenkins Web Interface

• Open a web browser and enter the Jenkins URL. This will usually be http://localhost:<your configured port> (e.g., http://localhost:8080).
• This will take you to the Jenkins login page. If Jenkins is already installed, you should be directed to the Jenkins Dashboard.

Step 2: Go to "Manage Jenkins" and "Manage Plugins"

Access Jenkins web interface Dashboard >> Go to Manage Jenkin.

Click on the Manage Plugins, and then search for the plugin you want to install from the Jenkins Update Centre.

Step 3: Search for the Plugin and Install

After your Jenkins Plugin selection >> Click the Install button to confirm the installation. (Note: You can select multiple plugins at a time.)

Step 4: Restart Jenkins

After you install the Jenkins plugins, you need to restart Jenkins for the changes to take effect. Click on the logout button in the top right corner of the page to restart the Jenkins. That's it! now you can login to Jenkins servers and verify your installed Plugins from Manage Plugins >> Installed Plugins.

Update and Manage Plugins

Here are the steps to update and manage the Jenkin Plugins:

• Step 1: Open your Jenkins installed web browser and navigate to the Jenkins URL (http://localhost:<your configured port>).
• Step 2: Access Jenkins web interface Dashboard >> Go to Manage Jenkins > Click on the Manage Plugins >> Click on Updates >> search or select the Plugin that you want to update then click the Update Now button. Jenkins will check for updates for installed plugin, and then install any updates that are available.

Uninstall Jenkins Plugins

Here are the steps to uninstall the Jenkin Plugins:

• Step 1: Open your Jenkins installed web browser and navigate to the Jenkins URL (http://localhost:<your configured port>).
• Step 2: Access Jenkins web interface Dashboard >> Go to Manage Jenkins > Click on the Manage Plugins >> >> Click on Installed Plugins

• Step 3: Search or select the Plugin that you want to uninstall >> click the Uninstall button (X)

• Step 4: Click on "Yes" to confirm the uninstallation.

Reference Table for the Most Used Plugins

There are over 2000+ Jenkins Plugins available. Here are the top 10 most popular Jenkins Plugins: