Packaging models’ pros and cons
Packaging serves as a distribution method for development updates in a broader DevOps process, aligning with source-driven software development principles. As various package types offer distinct use cases and strengths, selecting the most suitable delivery model is crucial to optimizing your workflow within the DevOps life cycle.
Let’s remind ourselves of the differences:
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Package type |
Pros |
Cons |
Primary use cases |
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Unmanaged |
Easy to customize |
No version control |
Sharing code and configurations for learning purposes |
|
Allows for code editing |
No automatic upgrades |
Sharing sample solutions |
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