Continuous Integration | Glossary

Definition 

Continuous Integration (CI) is a Software development practice in which the developers integrate the source code into a central repository multiple times throughout the day. The check-ins are then verified by an automated build, allowing teams to detect problems as early as possible.

Further Reading

  • “Continuous Integration: Improving Software Quality and Reducing Risk”, by Andrew Glover, Paul M. Duvall, and Steve Matyas.

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Build Process | Glossary

Defintion

In Software Development, the term build specifies the process by which source code is converted into a stand-alone form that can be run on a system. Builds are created when the code is deemed good enough for implementation.

Further Reading

  • “Software Build Systems: Principles and Experience”, by Peter Charles Smith.

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