feat(apps/gcp/prow): add TiCDC dedicated Jenkins operator configuration #1804
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Add new configuration for TiCDC Jenkins operator with separate authentication and base URL settings to support the TiCDC Jenkins instance at https://prow.tidb.net/jenkins
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This pull request adds a dedicated Jenkins operator configuration for TiCDC by introducing new variables and a new operator instance. The changes are straightforward and follow the existing pattern. I've included one suggestion in apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yaml to improve maintainability by reducing configuration duplication using YAML anchors, which would make future updates easier.
| replicaCount: 1 | ||
| autoscaling: | ||
| enabled: false | ||
| skipReport: true | ||
| dryRun: false | ||
| csrfProtect: false |
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This configuration block is a duplicate of the one for the default instance (lines 149-154). This creates redundancy and can make maintenance more difficult.
To keep the configuration DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself), consider using a YAML anchor to define this common block once and reuse it for both instances. This would involve a small refactor of the existing default instance as well.
Example:
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jenkinsOperator:
instances:
- name: default
<<: &commonConfig
replicaCount: 1
autoscaling:
enabled: false
skipReport: true
dryRun: false
csrfProtect: false
...
- name: dedicated-for-ticdc
<<: *commonConfig
...Update prow-gcs-credentials.yaml from secrets.yaml Add prow-jenkins-operator-auths.yaml with two ExternalSecret resources Update JENKINS_OPERATOR_AUTH_SEC_NAME_TICDC reference in release.yaml
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Summary
This PR adds a new dedicated Jenkins operator configuration for TiCDC in the GCP Prow setup. It introduces separate authentication secrets and distinct base URL settings, allowing integration with the TiCDC Jenkins instance at https://prow.tidb.net/jenkins. The approach is clean and mostly configuration-driven, adding new ExternalSecret manifests and environment variables without touching core logic. Overall, the changes are well-structured and consistent with existing patterns.
Critical Issues
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Potential typo in secret naming consistency
- Files:
apps/gcp/prow/release.yaml(lines ~31-40)apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yaml(lines ~160-172)
- Issue: The secret key and secret name environment variables use
prow-jenkins-operator-ticdc-auth(in secrets manifest) but inrelease.yamlthe env var is namedJENKINS_OPERATOR_AUTH_SEC_NAME_TICDCwith valueprow-jenkins-operator-ticdc-auth— this is consistent. However, inrelease/release.yaml, thesecretNamefield references${JENKINS_OPERATOR_AUTH_SEC_NAME_TICDC}, which is correct. So no typo here. Just confirming consistency. - Conclusion: No critical issue found here.
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Missing CSRF protection for TiCDC Jenkins operator
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apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yamlline ~166 - Issue: The TiCDC Jenkins operator config sets
csrfProtect: false, whereas the default Jenkins operator config has no explicit csrfProtect setting (likely defaults to true). Disabling CSRF protection can expose security risks unless justified. - Suggestion: Confirm if disabling CSRF protection is intentional and safe for TiCDC Jenkins. If not, set
csrfProtect: trueor document the rationale clearly.
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Code Improvements
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Add comments to clarify purpose of TiCDC Jenkins operator config
- Files:
apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yaml(new block starting ~line 160)
- Issue: The new dedicated operator config lacks inline comments explaining why it differs from the default (e.g., different base URL, separate auth).
- Suggestion: Add a brief comment above the TiCDC block, e.g.:
# Dedicated Jenkins operator configuration for TiCDC Jenkins instance at prow.tidb.net # Uses separate authentication secrets and base URL to isolate TiCDC jobs.
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Use consistent naming for secrets and env vars
- The current names are consistent, but consider standardizing suffixes/prefixes for clarity, e.g., use
ticdcvsticdc-authuniformly.
- The current names are consistent, but consider standardizing suffixes/prefixes for clarity, e.g., use
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Refactor secret keys in external secrets to use explicit keys instead of
dataFrom- File:
apps/gcp/prow/pre/secrets/prow-jenkins-operator-auths.yaml - Issue: The ExternalSecrets use
dataFromwithextractof a JSON key containing multiple keys (user,token,url). This approach bundles multiple keys into one secret, which can be harder to manage or audit individually. - Suggestion: Consider extracting each secret key explicitly, e.g.:
This allows finer-grained control and clearer mapping. If
data: - secretKey: user remoteRef: key: gcp_prow_jenkins_operator_ticdc_auth_json property: user - secretKey: token remoteRef: key: gcp_prow_jenkins_operator_ticdc_auth_json property: token - secretKey: url remoteRef: key: gcp_prow_jenkins_operator_ticdc_auth_json property: url
dataFromis required, then ensure it's well documented.
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Best Practices
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Add documentation or README updates
- Files: none changed, but relevant to the overall repo
- Issue: The PR adds a new Jenkins operator config requiring new secrets and environment variables but does not update any documentation or README to explain setup or usage.
- Suggestion: Add or update documentation to explain:
- Purpose of the TiCDC dedicated Jenkins operator
- Required secrets and their keys
- How to deploy and test this configuration
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Test coverage
- No test files or automated tests updated to cover the new Jenkins operator config.
- Suggest adding e2e or integration tests that verify the operator starts correctly with the new TiCDC config and authenticates properly.
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YAML style and formatting
- The YAML files are mostly consistent; just ensure comments are aligned and indentation is uniform. For example, in
prow-jenkins-operator-auths.yaml, add a blank line between the two ExternalSecret manifests for clarity.
- The YAML files are mostly consistent; just ensure comments are aligned and indentation is uniform. For example, in
Summary of actionable suggestions:
- Review and validate CSRF protection setting for TiCDC Jenkins operator.
- Add explanatory comments above the TiCDC operator config in
release/release.yaml. - Consider explicit key extraction in ExternalSecret manifests rather than
dataFrom. - Update documentation to cover the new Jenkins operator configuration and secret setup.
- Add tests to verify the new Jenkins operator config works as expected.
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Summary
This PR adds a new dedicated Jenkins operator configuration for TiCDC within the Prow GCP app. It introduces separate authentication secrets and base URL settings to support the TiCDC Jenkins instance at prow.tidb.net. The approach includes extending existing Kubernetes manifests and secret management with ExternalSecrets, and updating deployment manifests to include the new operator config. Overall, the changes are clear and appropriately scoped, but some improvements around naming consistency, documentation, and validation could enhance maintainability and reduce the risk of misconfiguration.
Code Improvements
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Inconsistent Secret Names in Comments and Env Vars
File:apps/gcp/prow/release.yaml(lines around +30)
Issue: The comment says the secret is namedprow-jenkins-operator-auth-ticdcbut the env var referencesprow-jenkins-operator-ticdc-auth. This inconsistency can confuse operators.
Suggestion: Standardize on one naming convention, preferably matching the actual secret name (prow-jenkins-operator-ticdc-auth) in both comments and env vars. -
Missing Validation of Required Secret Keys
File:apps/gcp/prow/pre/secrets/prow-jenkins-operator-auths.yaml
Issue: The ExternalSecrets expect JSON keysuser,token, andurl, but there is no validation or explicit schema to ensure these keys exist. This can cause runtime errors if secrets are misconfigured.
Suggestion: Add validation steps or document required secret structure clearly. Consider addingtemplateorpropertyfields in ExternalSecret spec if supported, or add a README snippet describing the expected secret JSON structure. -
Hardcoded Label Selector for the TiCDC Jenkins Operator
File:apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yaml(around line +160)
Issue: The label selectormaster=1is hardcoded, which may be fragile if labels change or multiple operators are added.
Suggestion: Consider making label selectors configurable via env vars or Helm values, or document the requirement clearly to avoid conflicts. -
No Explicit Resource Requests or Limits for TiCDC Operator
File:apps/gcp/prow/release/release.yaml(new operator config)
Issue: The new dedicated TiCDC operator does not declare any resource requests or limits, which might lead to resource contention or instability.
Suggestion: Add resource requests/limits similar to the main Jenkins operator or explicitly set them to avoid surprises in multi-tenant environments.
Best Practices
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Add Documentation for New Jenkins Operator Configuration
Files impacted: All new configs and manifest changes
Issue: There is no documentation or README update explaining the purpose, usage, or deployment steps for the new TiCDC Jenkins operator config. This can cause onboarding friction or misconfiguration.
Suggestion: Add a short markdown doc or extend existing docs describing:- The purpose of the TiCDC Jenkins operator
- Required secrets and their structure
- How to deploy and verify the operator
- Differences compared to the main Jenkins operator config
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Testing Coverage / Verification Steps Missing
Issue: The PR does not mention any tests or validation steps to verify the new Jenkins operator config works as intended.
Suggestion: Add or mention any unit/integration tests or manual verification steps performed to ensure the TiCDC Jenkins operator authenticates and functions correctly. -
Naming Consistency and Style
Files: env var names and secret names across multiple files
Issue: The TiCDC-related variables mix underscores and hyphens, e.g.JENKINS_OPERATOR_AUTH_SEC_NAME_TICDCvs secret namedprow-jenkins-operator-ticdc-auth.
Suggestion: Prefer consistent naming conventions for environment variables and Kubernetes resource names for clarity, e.g., consistently use underscores in env vars and hyphens in K8s resources.
Minor Suggestions
- Consider adding
dryRun: trueas a default or configurable option for the new operator during initial rollout/testing to reduce risk. - In
prow-jenkins-operator-auths.yaml, add comments on how to update or rotate the secrets securely. - Rename the renamed
secrets.yamlto a more descriptive name reflecting its content (if it’s only GCS credentials,prow-gcs-credentials.yamlis fine, but ensure consistency).
Summary: The PR effectively adds the TiCDC Jenkins operator configuration but would benefit significantly from improved documentation, consistent naming, validation of secret structures, and resource specification to ensure robust and maintainable deployment.
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Add new configuration for TiCDC Jenkins operator with separate
authentication and base URL settings to support the TiCDC Jenkins
instance at https://prow.tidb.net/jenkins