Getting Started With Argo CD

Overview

This procedure is intended for users of the Rubin Observatory that are interested in interacting with the Observatory Control System using Argo CD. It contains basic procedures on how to get started with Argo CD. Argo CD is the system used to deploy and maintain the configuration of many control system components and summit services.

To get a list of the different environments see Operational Environments

Prerequisites

  • Make sure you read and understand the environments procedure.

    • Once you have identified which environment you want to interact with, you must be able to load the link to the Argo CD instance to that environment.

Post-Condition

  • Successfully access Argo CD.

Procedure Steps

  • Request access to the IT 1Password system.

  • Request access to the ArgoCD Admin vault.

  • Log into the site specific Argo CD instance using the credentials found in the vault.

Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble accessing an Argo CD site, please use the site specific Slack channel for further assistance.

Contact Personnel

This procedure was last modified May 11, 2022.

This procedure was written by Tiago Ribeiro. The following are contributors: Michael Reuter, Patrick Ingraham.