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Learn how to effectively set the timezone for your triggers in Jenkins pipelines using the `cron` syntax. Follow our step-by-step guide for a seamless configuration!
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Setting Timezone in Jenkins Pipeline Triggers with cron

When working with Jenkins, setting the correct timezone for your triggers can be critical for maintaining efficiency and avoiding missed execution times. Many Jenkins users have faced the challenge of configuring their pipeline to use the desired timezone with cron syntax. In this guide, we’ll discuss how to set up timezone settings for your Jenkins triggers effectively.

The Problem

You may be familiar with setting build triggers in the Jenkins job configuration manually. For instance, when you configure a Build Periodically trigger, you might use the following syntax:

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This configuration works perfectly by specifying the timezone. However, when it comes to using cron directly within a Jenkins pipeline, things can get a bit tricky. The syntax might not behave as expected:

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If you've tried to append the timezone directly to the cron expression or separate them into different calls, you might have run into issues, as shown in the examples above. So how do you effectively set the timezone in the pipeline triggers?

The Solution

After some exploration, the solution is quite simple! You can set the timezone in conjunction with your cron timing by incorporating it directly into the cron function call. The working code would look like this:

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Breaking Down the Working Syntax

cron('...'): This is the method used to define when your Jenkins job should be executed. It expects a cron expression.

TZ=Asia/Seoul: This defines the timezone you want to use. By placing this at the start of the cron string, you’re informing Jenkins to take the timezone into account.

0 0 * * *: This is the cron expression that schedules the job to run at midnight every day.

Why This Works

By placing the timezone variable before the cron schedule within the same string, Jenkins can accurately interpret both the timezone and timing context together. This method effectively tells Jenkins how to interpret the timing of the scheduled task based on the specified timezone.

Summary

Setting the timezone in Jenkins pipeline triggers using cron doesn’t have to be cumbersome. By understanding the syntax and how to concatenate timezone with cron timing, you can ensure that your triggers run at the right times, adhering to your specified timezone.

Key Points to Remember

Use the format: cron('TZ=Your/Timezone\nCron Expression')

Always make sure your cron syntax is correct.

Test your configuration to confirm it works as expected.

By following the steps above, you can easily manage timezone configurations in Jenkins pipeline triggers and enhance your CI/CD process. Happy coding!