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Feature Flags for Modern Software Development

· 5 min read
Zayyad Muhammad Sani
You live, you learn.

Feature flags are becoming a prominent part of DevOps practices and for good reason. They allow you to turn features in your live application on or off without redeploying code. You might think that something so powerful would require some rocket science-level programming to implement, but you'd be surprised to know that, at their core, feature flags are booleans and if-then-else statements.

Two versions of an app controlled by feature flags

Okay, that's an oversimplification of things, but it's true. And while there are different ways of implementing feature flags, they all share this common core. That said, let's take a broader look at feature flags and their uses in modern software development.

Leveraging Feature Flags in Government Agencies

· 6 min read
Zayyad Muhammad Sani
You live, you learn.

Government agencies, with their strict security requirements, often face difficulties in fully embracing DevSecOps practices. Balancing the need for rapid feature releases with robust security measures poses a challenge. Feature flags offer a promising solution in this context. By seamlessly integrating into DevOps and DevSecOps pipelines, they can empower government agencies to effectively manage feature releases while maintaining high levels of security.

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Feature Management Architecture & Security (what to consider)

· 5 min read
Ezinne Kalu
To each their own.

Adding new features to existing applications used to mean that code pushed into production automatically updated the entire app. This raises security risks to the existing application, because a single bug could have catastrophic consequences. This risk can be reduced by implementing a secure feature management architecture that allows code updates with increased flexibility and the power to easily switch between versions.

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How to implement A/B tests in GODOT

· 11 min read
Emil Kovačević
Code hard, debug harder.

A/B tests are a powerful technique to optimize user experience and maximize player engagement in games. They allow for informed, data-driven decisions, ensuring that game developers can regularly refine and enhance gameplay mechanics, visuals, and other aspects of the game, ultimately leading to higher player satisfaction and increased success in the gaming industry.

Let's see how to execute such a test in a game created with Godot, using ConfigCat for feature flag management and Amplitude for analytics.

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How we Support our Customers

· 7 min read
Zayyad Muhammad Sani
You live, you learn.

If there's one thing we don't tolerate here at ConfigCat, that's terrible customer support. Our customers are important to us, and we try our best to provide all the help we can so that they get the best out of our services. In this article, we'll look at how we ensure that our customers have a hassle-free experience when using our service.

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Preventing The Twitter Blue Chaos with Feature Flags

· 5 min read

Despite their best efforts, many individuals have been unsuccessful in their business pursuits. For Elon Musk, one of the world's richest men, the story is a little different. He succeeded in one of his earliest business ventures (Zip2) and has since replicated his success across PayPal, Tesla, and SpaceX.

While not everyone agrees with his decisions, he has set himself apart by being a visionary leader. He stubbornly holds on to his dreams until they are fulfilled. He is also known for hiring the most qualified hands to get things done. Musk doesn't hold back from trying out new ideas, and he swiftly implements changes he believes are best for his businesses.

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Feature flags in C#10 using ConfigCat

· 6 min read
Roxana Halați
I'm pretty cool, but I cry a lot.

Improving your digital product over time is a sure way to keep your target audience engaged and your business running smoothly. Rewarding specific users, such as loyal customers, can be an effective way of increasing customer loyalty and brand recognition.

In this article, I’m exploring how feature flags can be used in a C#10 console application for simple user targeting and feature management, while walking you through an easy-to-reproduce example.

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Boost Web Dev with Qwik and Feature Flags - Complete Guide

· 6 min read
Roxana Halați
I'm pretty cool, but I cry a lot.

In software development, being quick is always an asset. In a world where everything moves at a nauseating speed, you can’t afford to waste time. This means every second counts, especially when it comes to loading a website! Fortunately, frameworks are constantly evolving and becoming faster and lighter every day. In this written piece, we'll look at development in Qwik with the help of feature flags.

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