GitLab Release Tracker

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The GitHub Release Tracker adds an Annotation to PostHog whenever a specified repo launches a new GitHub release. This is useful for correlating the impact of new releases on other metrics, such as sign-ups, as well as other performance-related issues.

Installation

  1. Log in to your PostHog instance
  2. Click 'Apps' on the left-hand tool bar
  3. Search for 'GitLab Release Tracker'
  4. Select the app, press 'Install' and follow the on-screen instructions

Requirements

The GitHub Release Tracker requires either PostHog Cloud, or a self-hosted PostHog instance running version 1.30.0 or later.

Not running 1.30.0? Find out how to update your self-hosted PostHog deployment!

Configuration

OptionDescription
URL of your PostHog instance
Type: string
Required: False
Optional - defaults to https://app.posthog.com
URL of your GitLab instance
Type: string
Required: False
Optional - defaults to https://gitlab.com
Unique ID of your GitLab Project
Type: string
Required: True
GitLab Personal Token
Type: string
Required: False
Required for private repos only

FAQ

Is the source code for this app available?

PostHog is open-source and so are all apps on the platform. The source code for the GitLab Release Tracker is available on GitHub.

Who created this app?

We'd like to thank PostHog team members Yakko Majuri, Tim Glaser, Michael Matloka and Marius Andra for creating the GitLab Release Tracker.

Who maintains this app?

This app is maintained by PostHog. If you have issues with the app not functioning as intended, please let us know!

What if I have feedback on this app?

We love feature requests and feedback! Please tell us what you think! to tell us what you think.

Or, if you see the feedback widget enabled, use that!

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