Drone is a flexible, open-source CI/CD platform that automates software builds and deployments. Every step of a pipeline runs isolated in a container, which enables easy scaling, strong security and reproducible results.
What sets Drone apart:
Container-based design: every pipeline stage runs in its own Docker container
Simple configuration: pipelines are defined declaratively in YAML
Seamless integration: compatible with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket and Gitea
Scalability: builds are distributed horizontally across agents and clusters
Security: isolated build environments, secrets management and access control
Open source & extensibility: free to use, with plugins and custom extensions
Cloud and on-premises operation: adaptable to any development infrastructure
This makes Drone a lean, efficient solution for teams that want to run continuous integration and deployment with minimal overhead, maximum flexibility and full control over their build processes.
Our experience with Drone in client projects
We have used Drone extensively for many years for our CI/CD processes, both for parts of our declarative infrastructure and for the automated build and deployment of our software applications. Thanks to this long-term use, we know how Drone works, along with its strengths and quirks, in detail. Today Drone is still in use in some areas, particularly where it has proven especially reliable and efficient.
Understanding the strengths and mastering the challenges
Meanwhile, we have moved to Bootpacker in many areas, because our requirements have evolved and some projects need less frequent deployments. Our experience means we know how to run Drone optimally, adapt it to individual requirements and integrate it securely into existing infrastructure.
Our contribution to stable Drone environments
We support the operation, optimization and extension of existing Drone installations and help make pipelines secure and fast. Our experience covers integration into complex infrastructure setups, managing secrets and permissions, and automating builds and deployments. We also guide companies through migrations to alternatives such as Bootpacker and advise on compatibility, security and CI/CD best practices.
Why we are the right partner for Drone
- Many years of experience running Drone in production CI/CD environments
- Know-how in integration, administration and performance optimization
- Support with migrations and architecture decisions
- Focus on security, efficiency and future-proof automation