Continuous Delivery

Continuous Delivery (CD) is a software development practice where code changes are automatically prepared for a release to production. It builds upon Continuous Integration (CI), which involves automatically testing and integrating code changes into a shared repository. The primary goal of Continuous Delivery is to ensure that the software can be reliably released at any time, with minimal manual intervention.

In a Continuous Delivery pipeline, every code change passes through a series of automated tests and quality checks. These tests can include unit tests, integration tests, performance tests, and security scans. Once a change passes all these stages, it is considered ready for deployment. This approach significantly reduces the risk of introducing bugs or issues into the production environment, as problems are identified and addressed early in the development cycle.

Implementing Continuous Delivery requires a robust infrastructure and a culture of collaboration and automation. Tools and practices such as version control systems, automated testing frameworks, and deployment automation play a crucial role in enabling CD. By adopting Continuous Delivery, organizations can achieve faster release cycles, improved software quality, and greater flexibility in responding to market demands.

At Brackets, we leverage Continuous Delivery to ensure that our technology solutions are always at the cutting edge. Our commitment to automation and quality allows us to deliver reliable and innovative software that meets the evolving needs of our clients.