Learn more about Feature Flags: The next step in Progressive Delivery

Progressive Delivery is an evolution of continuous delivery that offers more precision in software deployment by incorporating new ideas and best practices to reduce the risks associated with large-scale releases. GitLab views Progressive Delivery as the next step in DevOps, emphasizing the use of Feature Flags to selectively roll out features without altering the source code. Feature Flags, also known as feature toggles, allow developers to deliver incomplete features incrementally and test them before full release by toggling them on or off. This approach minimizes the risk of new feature releases, as developers can roll back changes easily and manage user-specific features. However, Feature Flags can introduce complexity if not properly managed, leading to issues like stale flags. To address these challenges, organizations utilize feature management systems such as Launch Darkly or Optimizely, and GitLab is integrating Progressive Delivery features like Review Apps and Feature Flags into its DevOps platform to improve efficiency and visibility while reducing the need for complex integrations.

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