How to Build a CI from the Ground Up - As Good as the Hyperscalers

Learn to construct a comprehensive continuous integration system from scratch in this detailed conference talk that reveals how Bitrise built their full CI stack to match hyperscaler performance. Discover the layer-by-layer architecture needed to create a robust CI/CD platform, starting with the fundamental constraint that Apple requires iOS apps to be built on Mac infrastructure. Explore how cross-functional teams of software and infrastructure engineers collaborate to design systems that handle mobile app development at scale. Understand the complete technical stack including compute orchestration, resource management, build isolation, and performance optimization techniques. Examine real-world implementation strategies for achieving high throughput and reliability in CI systems. Gain insights into the architectural decisions and trade-offs involved in building enterprise-grade continuous integration infrastructure. Master the integration patterns between different system components and learn how to design for scalability from the ground up. Understand how to optimize build times, manage resource allocation, and ensure system reliability across distributed infrastructure.