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Best practices for coding with feature flags

What's this blog post about?

The text discusses the challenges of working with code, highlighting that feature flags can reduce risks and pain associated with software engineering if used correctly. However, incorrect usage may add complexity and fragility to a codebase. To help developers use flags effectively, LaunchDarkly has published a best practice guide on improving flag usage in code. The guide offers tips for designing component interfaces, easier flag removal, and defending against consistency problems. Additionally, the Documentation site includes recommendations for creating flags, deployment and release strategies, reducing technical debt, and tutorials on different uses of LaunchDarkly.

Company
LaunchDarkly

Date published
Oct. 28, 2020

Author(s)
Yoz Grahame

Word count
188

Language
English

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