DORA metrics: the key to faster, more reliable releases
Blog post from Tggl
DORA metrics, developed by the DevOps Research and Assessment team, are crucial for assessing and improving software delivery performance by focusing on deployment speed and stability, and they consist of four key metrics: deployment frequency, lead time for changes, mean time to recovery (MTTR), and change failure rate. These metrics provide a framework for DevOps teams to enhance their processes, enabling faster and more reliable software releases by identifying areas for improvement and optimizing workflows. Implementing strategies such as feature flagging, automated testing, and robust monitoring can significantly improve these metrics, as exemplified by fintech company Swan's use of Tggl's feature flagging tools to increase deployment frequency and reduce lead time. By adopting and refining these practices, development teams can achieve higher efficiency, resilience, and overall performance in software delivery, ultimately meeting user expectations and business goals.