The Role of Continuous Integration in Accelerating Development and Reducing Defect Risks

Abstract

Continuous Integration (CI) is a key practice in software development aimed at minimizing integration errors and speeding up the development process by regularly and frequently merging code changes into a common repository. The paper analyzes the methodological foundations of CI and demonstrates how systematic integration contributes to the early detection of defects and improves the quality of the final product. The technical aspects of CI implementation are considered, including the choice of tools, process configuration and organizational challenges. The authors emphasize the importance of CI in the context of adapting to rapidly changing market demands and technological innovations, discussing benefits such as improved team collaboration, reduced risks associated with late error detection, and faster time to market. In conclusion, it is emphasized that successful CI integration requires cultural changes in teams and approaches to project management.