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Release Management

The process of managing, planning, scheduling, and controlling a software build through different stages and environments.

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Overview

Release management ensures that software is delivered to production in a controlled and reliable manner. It involves coordinating between development, testing, and operations teams.

Key Stages

  1. Release Planning: Defining the scope and schedule.
  2. Build and Test: Creating the release package and verifying it.
  3. Deployment: Moving the release to production.
  4. Post-Release Review: Evaluating the success of the release.

Modern Approach

In DevOps, release management is often highly automated through CI/CD pipelines, enabling frequent and low-risk deployments.

Related Terms

Change Management