GitLab
GitLab is an open-source code repository and collaborative software development platform. It offers a place for online code storage and offers issue tracking and continuous integration/continuous delivery. GitLab can be used by all students, staff and faculty, free of charge.
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How to create a GitLab account
All University of Waterloo users with a UWaterloo email address (ie. username@uwaterloo.ca) are automatically permitted to sign into the self-hosted GitLab environment at https://git.uwaterloo.ca. Upon signing in for the first time, a GitLab account will be provisioned and the new user can create repositories or be invited to join existing repositories.
For external users who do not have a UWaterloo email address, a guest UWaterloo account will need to be created for them. To begin this process, complete the sponsorship request form listed here and request that email access be granted: https://uwaterloo.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/2/group/410/create/317
How to sign in
Navigate to the UWaterloo GitLAB website
Click on the UW ADFS icon to initiate sign in. Do not use the pre-existing Username and Password fields
Enter your 8-character username and password to sign in
The Username and Password fields on the sign in page are for external users only.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I create groups within GitLab?
Follow the instructions to Create a group listed here: https://docs.gitlab.com/ee/user/group/manage.html
How do I increase the number of projects that I can access?
Submit a support request to the IST Service Desk
My account is locked and/or disabled. How do I proceed?
Submit a support request to the GitLab support team
How do I reset my GitLab password?
To update your GitLab password, you will need to change your WatIAM password using these instructions: Change your WatIAM password.
What happens to my GitLab projects when I graduate or leave the University of Waterloo?
Submit a support request to the GitLab support team
How to get support
Contact the IST Service Desk online or 519-88-4567 ext. 44357.
Need help?
Contact the IST Service Desk online or 519-88-4567 ext. 44357.