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Date Published
Author
Daniel Efe
Word count
2769
Language
English
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None

Summary

The text provides an in-depth tutorial on using feature flags with the tool Flagsmith to manage software feature deployment more safely and efficiently. It addresses the risks associated with traditional deployment methods, such as buggy features reaching users and limited rollback options, and explains how feature flags allow developers to enable or disable features at runtime without redeploying code. The tutorial guides readers through integrating Flagsmith into a simple React project, deploying the application using Vercel, and automating the deployment process with CircleCI. Additionally, it demonstrates using Flagsmith for controlled rollouts, allowing features to be tested by specific user groups before a full release. This approach aims to minimize risks and enhance flexibility in software development.