Connect GitLab to Shift so you can merge all your web apps into your browser
Download ShiftWhat is GitLab?
GitLab is an integrated DevSecOps platform that unifies source control, CI/CD, package and container registries, security scanning, and governance in one application.
It serves engineering, security, and platform teams that need end-to-end delivery, auditability, and policy-driven controls across self-managed or SaaS deployments. Core capabilities include merge-request workflows, GitLab CI/Runners, vulnerability scanning, registries, and compliance tooling. GitLab works alongside your other dev tools and can be used with Shift to keep code and delivery context together.
How GitLab works in Shift
Adding GitLab to Shift keeps repositories, merge requests, pipeline pages, and issue boards organized in GitLab's app tab strip so you can focus on delivery instead of tab chaos. Use Shift’s multi-account support to stay signed in to separate org or personal GitLab instances simultaneously. Create Spaces for projects to group repos, CI logs, and deployment dashboards.
Alternatives to GitLab
- GitHub — A widely adopted Git hosting platform with integrated Actions CI/CD and a large ecosystem. Choose GitHub if you prioritize open-source collaboration, a massive marketplace of integrations, or community visibility.
- Azure DevOps — Microsoft’s lifecycle suite offering Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts, and Test Plans. Pick Azure DevOps if your organization standardizes on Azure cloud and Entra ID for identity and enterprise integration.
- Bitbucket — Atlassian’s Git hosting with built-in Pipelines and tight Jira/Confluence links. Opt for Bitbucket when you need native traceability to Jira issues and an Atlassian-centered toolchain.
FAQ
1. What are the different pricing tiers of GitLab?
GitLab offers Free, Premium, and Ultimate tiers for self-managed or SaaS, with additional enterprise and government single-tenant options; features scale from basic source control to advanced security and compliance. Exact pricing varies by deployment and seat counts.
2. What are the features included in GitLab Premium?
Premium adds features for scaling teams such as faster support, advanced CI/CD management, code review and merge controls, and more robust project management compared with the Free tier. It targets growing organizations needing reliability and productivity features.
3. How does GitLab's pricing compare to GitHub's?
Comparisons depend on the feature set, deployment model, and number of users. GitLab often bundles CI/CD, registries, and security tooling that GitHub may provide via separate paid features or marketplace apps; evaluate total cost by matching required features like runners, advanced security, and compliance tools.
4. Can I use multiple GitLab accounts in Shift?
Yes — Shift’s multi-account feature lets you stay signed in to multiple GitLab instances or accounts at once without browser profiles. This is useful for switching between org, personal, and client repositories.
