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Software Configuration Management
Introduction
Software Configuration Management (SCM) is a software engineering discipline that is used to control and manage changes to software. It helps to ensure that software is developed and maintained in a consistent and reliable manner.
What is Configuration Management?
Configuration management is the process of controlling, organizing, and tracking changes to software. It involves setting up a system to track the changes made to the software, and to ensure that these changes are properly documented and tested.
What is a Configuration Item?
A configuration item (CI) is a set of components that are used to build and maintain a software system. It can include things such as source code, documentation, databases, and other artifacts that make up the software system.
What is a Configuration Baseline?
A configuration baseline is a set of configuration items that have been tested and approved for use. It is used as a reference for future changes to the software system.
What is a Change Request?
A change request is a request to make changes to a software system. It is used to document the changes that need to be made, and to ensure that these changes are properly tested and approved before they are implemented.
What is a Version Control System?
A version control system (VCS) is a system used to track and manage changes to software. It helps to ensure that changes are properly documented and tested before they are implemented.
Practice Questions
- What is the purpose of configuration management?
- What is a configuration item?
- What is a configuration baseline?
- What is a change request?
- What is a version control system?
- What is the difference between a configuration baseline and a version control system?
- What is the purpose of a change request?
- What is the process for making changes to a software system?
- How does a version control system help to ensure that changes are properly documented and tested?
- What are some common tools used for software configuration management?
