What is CD?
CD is an automated software release practice in which code changes are automatically deployed at different stages as they pass predefined tests. The aim of CD is to accelerate production releases by using automation to minimize human intervention during the deployment process. This approach is part of the wider DevOps practice, which aims to accelerate innovation and value creation by applying automation to every stage of the SDLC.
Software design requires a mix of rigorous testing, close collaboration between teams, advanced tools, and workflow processes throughout the application design and development process. When successfully implemented, CD enables organizations to respond quickly to customer requests and deliver software updates rapidly, often within minutes of validating code changes. This process includes automating build, test, and deployment in a single workflow, with the aim of automating software deployment in production.
The benefits of CD include fully...
