Source-to-Image (S2I)

Source-to-Image (S2I) is a build process used in software development, particularly for containerized applications. It takes the application source code and combines it with a pre-defined, ready-made environment called a builder image that includes necessary tools and libraries. The process then creates a new, ready-to-run container image that includes the application and its environment, enabling consistent and efficient deployment across different systems. Essentially, S2I simplifies packaging and deploying applications by automating the creation of container images directly from the source code, ensuring reliable and repeatable builds suitable for cloud and container platforms.