Jenkins stores configuration files for the jobs it runs in its home directory. Specifically, each job’s configuration is stored in an XML file within the directory structure. Here’s the detailed location.

The configuration files for jobs are stored in.

/jobs//config.xml

• : The Jenkins home directory, which is the root directory for all Jenkins data. The location of this directory can vary depending on your system and installation method:
• Linux: Often /var/lib/jenkins/
• Windows: Typically C:\Program Files (x86)\Jenkins\ or %USERPROFILE%\.jenkins\
• macOS: Usually ~/.jenkins/
• : The name of the job.
• config.xml: Contains the job’s configuration details, such as build triggers, build steps, post-build actions, and SCM configuration.

1. Build Records

• Build records are stored in

/jobs//builds/

• Each build has its own subdirectory with logs and metadata.

2. Workspace

• The job’s workspace (where builds are executed) is located in.

/workspace//

3. Plugins

• Plugins and their configurations are stored in.

/plugins/

4. Global Configuration

• Global Jenkins configuration is stored in.

/config.xml

If you’re unsure where your Jenkins home directory is, you can.

1. Go to Manage Jenkins > System Information in the Jenkins UI.
2. Look for the value of JENKINS_HOME.

• You can directly edit the config.xml file for a job, but you must.

1. Stop Jenkins or disable the job temporarily to prevent conflicts.
2. Restart Jenkins after making changes for them to take effect.