Dependency bugs and complicated code bases hinder fast code shipping.
QA loops, waiting for specs, writing tests, deployment/build speed, and scope creep slow down development projects.
Deep dives
Challenges in Shipping Code Faster
Developers face challenges in shipping code faster due to dependency bugs, complicated code bases, lack of documentation leading to wastage of time, and problems in the process and QA loops.
Dependency Bugs and Code Base Complexity
One major obstacle to shipping code faster is dependency bugs, where encountering mysterious bugs in libraries hinders progress. Complicated code bases with poor documentation and existing bugs in dependencies further slow down the development process.
Testing and Scope Creep Impacts on Development
Issues like inadequate testing coverage, lengthy CI/CD pipelines, and scope creep due to last-minute additions can significantly delay code shipping. Stakeholder approvals, bugs in dependencies, and motivation levels also influence the speed of development projects.