🔗 DORA | Capabilities: Trunk-based development

Trunk-based development is becoming the favored workflow for software teams seeking efficiency and quality. Unlike feature branches that can involve lengthy isolation, trunk-based development encourages frequent merges into the trunk, ideally multiple times a day. This practice can drastically reduce merging complexities and bugs, ensuring code remains current. The necessity of continuous integration (CI) is paramount; developers must keep the build process green by running automated tests before commits. To enhance trunk-based practices, teams must develop in small batches, prioritize synchronous code reviews, and maintain robust automated testing. This enables a more agile development process, leading to improved delivery speed and operational performance. DORA data indicates that teams adhering to these principles achieve superior software delivery metrics. Transitioning to this method may face resistance, but mentoring and structural support can aid in adopting these practices effectively.