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How to Identify and Manage Tech Debt in Software Development

https://www.c-metric.com/blog/technical-debt-in-software-development/<br><br>Just like financial debt, technical debt is a part of life whether you are a software developer or a software development company. A tech or technical debt can lead to your downfall if not handled on time. In the write-up below, letu2019s explore what causes technical debt and how to identify, measure and manage technical debt in software development.<br><br>What is Technical Debt in Software Development?<br><br>Letu2019s start the post by knowing the meaning of u2018Tech Debt.u2019 In laymanu2019s terminology, tech debt or technical debt is when a softw

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How to Identify and Manage Tech Debt in Software Development

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  1. How to Identify and Manage Tech Debt in Software Development

  2. How to Identify and Manage Tech Debt in Software Development: A concise guide to diagnosing software setbacks and devising strategic solutions. Identifying Tech Debt: 1.Code Complexity: Frequent use of "quick fixes" or "patches" can lead to tangled code that's hard to read and maintain. Tools like SonarQube or CodeClimate can help identify these complexities. 2.Documentation Gaps: Missing or outdated documentation means developers don't understand how parts of the system work, leading to repeated mistakes or inefficient solutions. 3.Frequent Outages: If your system often crashes or has performance issues, it might be because of underlying tech debt. 4.High Bug Rate: A rising number of bugs can indicate that the system's foundation is shaky. 5.Slow Development Speed: If adding features or making changes takes longer than it used to, tech debt might be the culprit.

  3. Managing Tech Debt: 1.Prioritize: Not all tech debt is equal. Identify which issues are the most critical and tackle those first. 2.Allocate Time: Dedicate a portion of your sprint or development cycle specifically to address tech debt. 3.Refactor: Improve the system by reworking the structure without changing its external behavior. Regularly refactor code to ensure maintainability. 4.Automate Testing: Ensure that as you address tech debt, you don't introduce new issues. Automated testing will help catch problems early. 5.Documentation: Keep your documentation up-to-date. It aids in onboarding new developers and ensures that everyone understands the system's intricacies. In summary, tech debt, if left unaddressed, can cripple a software project. Regular identification and management are key to ensuring your software remains agile, maintainable, and efficient.

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