Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation

Jez Humble and David Farley’s definitive guide to continuous delivery explains how to release software reliably, frequently, and sustainably through automation and organizational change.

Core Concepts

• Deployment Pipeline: Automated path from check-in to release
• Configuration Management: Everything in version control
• Continuous Integration: Integrate frequently, test immediately
• Release Strategy: Decoupling deployment from release

Why PMs Care

Continuous delivery enables rapid experimentation and faster time-to-market. Understanding the technical practices helps PMs set realistic expectations and support engineering investments.