Jenkins Pipelines are the backbone of modern CI/CD workflows, yet many developers struggle to understand the difference between Declarative and Scripted pipelines.
Declarative pipelines provide a structured, opinionated syntax that is easy to read, maintain, and scale. They are ideal for teams looking for consistency and faster onboarding.
Scripted pipelines, on the other hand, offer maximum flexibility using Groovy. They are powerful but require deeper Jenkins and Groovy knowledge, making them more suitable for complex or highly customized workflows.
In this article, we break down both approaches with examples, compare their strengths and weaknesses, and help you decide which pipeline style best fits your project and team.
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Jenkins Pipelines Demystified: Declarative vs Scripted