PurePerformance What's next for Feature Flagging and OpenFeature with Ben Rometsch
Feb 3, 2025
Ben Rometsch, Co-founder of Flagsmith and a leading voice in feature flagging, shares his insights on the evolution and future of this essential development practice. He dives into the concept of Feature Flag-Driven Development and the significance of accurate record-keeping for compliance. The conversation highlights the role of the CNCF project OpenFeature in shaping best practices and discusses how AI could revolutionize feature flag management. Ben also touches on the challenges faced by smaller teams and the necessity of effective implementation.
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Feature Flag Adoption & Quality
- Feature flag adoption has grown significantly, driven by a shift towards more frequent software releases.
- This trend correlates releasing more often with higher software quality, despite initial counterintuitive perceptions.
Feature Flags and Testing
- Feature flags are not a replacement for testing but rather a component of a larger ecosystem.
- This ecosystem involves tools, infrastructure, workflows, and processes that contribute to continuous delivery and improvement.
Feature Flag-Driven Development
- Treat feature flags as a technical detail within a larger shift in software development.
- Focus on decoupling deployment from release and adapting your development/release processes accordingly.