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Unlocking Seamless Software Releases: Build, Test, and Deployment Automation

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In the fast-paced world of software development, delivering high-quality, error-free releases is crucial for staying competitive and meeting customer expectations. However, manual software release processes can be time-consuming, error-prone, and inconsistent, leading to delays and costly mistakes.

Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build Test and Deployment Automation (Addison Wesley Signature (Fowler))

Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation (Addison-Wesley Signature Series (Fowler))

by Jez Humble

4.6 out of 5

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Introducing 'Reliable Software Releases Through Build Test And Deployment Automation: Addison', a comprehensive guide to revolutionizing your software release processes through automation. This groundbreaking book provides a detailed blueprint for implementing a comprehensive automation strategy that encompasses every step from build to deployment.

Benefits of Software Release Automation

Reduced Time to Market: By automating repetitive and time-consuming tasks, you can significantly reduce the time it takes to release new software versions, enabling you to respond quickly to market demands.
Enhanced Reliability: Automation eliminates human error, ensuring consistency and accuracy throughout the release process, leading to higher quality software releases.
Improved Efficiency: Free up your development team from manual tasks, allowing them to focus on more strategic and value-added activities.
Increased Productivity: Automated release processes streamline workflows, reducing manual effort and increasing overall productivity.

Key Components of Release Automation

Addison's 'Reliable Software Releases Through Build Test And Deployment Automation' covers the following key components of an effective release automation strategy:

Build Automation: Automate the compilation, packaging, and unit testing of your software builds, ensuring consistency and reducing the risk of build failures.
Test Automation: Implement comprehensive test suites to verify the functionality and reliability of your software, reducing the time and effort required for manual testing.
Deployment Automation: Streamline the deployment process by automating the deployment of software to various environments, minimizing downtime and reducing the risk of deployment errors.

Best Practices and Case Studies

This book goes beyond theoretical concepts by providing real-world examples and case studies of organizations that have successfully implemented release automation. You'll learn best practices for:

Planning and designing an automation strategy
Selecting the right tools and technologies
Implementing and managing automation processes
Integrating release automation with DevOps practices
Measuring and improving the effectiveness of automation

'Reliable Software Releases Through Build Test And Deployment Automation: Addison' is an invaluable resource for software development teams seeking to optimize their release processes. By embracing automation, you can unlock the benefits of faster time to market, enhanced reliability, improved efficiency, and increased productivity.

With its comprehensive coverage, real-world examples, and practical guidance, this book will empower you to transform your software release processes and deliver high-quality, error-free software with confidence.

Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation (Addison-Wesley Signature Series (Fowler))

by Jez Humble

4.6 out of 5