A surprising benefit of CI/CD: Changing development roles
Blog post from GitLab
CI/CD and DevOps have revolutionized software development by significantly enhancing the speed and efficiency of code release, as evidenced by the findings of global surveys conducted in 2020 and 2022. Automation has reduced manual tasks, leading to a shift in roles for developers and operations teams, allowing for faster deployment and more frequent code releases. Developers report a substantial decrease in time-consuming activities like manual testing and deployments, enabling a focus on code quality improvements through regular code reviews and increased testing. Operations roles are also evolving, with more emphasis on managing cloud services and infrastructure, as automation handles routine tasks. The convergence of developer and operations roles, facilitated by CI/CD, allows for greater flexibility and innovation, with developers increasingly involved in infrastructure management and operations teams having more time for strategic responsibilities. The transition has created opportunities for more comprehensive testing and improved code review processes, as teams strive to enhance overall software quality and efficiency.
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