Feature Flag & Toggle Management Blog

Feature Flag & Toggle Management Blog

5/26/2016

link

http://blog.launchdarkly.com/how-to-use-feature-flags-without-technical-debt/

summary

This blog post discusses the concept of feature flags and how they can be used effectively without incurring technical debt. Feature flags, also known as feature toggles or feature switches, allow developers to control the rollout and visibility of new features in their software applications. The article emphasizes the importance of proper management and governance of feature flags to avoid accumulating technical debt, which refers to the long-term consequences of shortcuts or poor coding practices. The post provides practical tips and best practices for implementing feature flags, including effective testing, documentation, and monitoring. It highlights the benefits of using feature flags to improve deployment processes, reduce risk, and increase collaboration between development and operations teams.

tags

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