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Runtime Adoption

Implementing and adhering to specific standards and libraries.

Also Known As

  • Library Integration
  • Standardization
  • Standards Adoption

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Addresses / Mitigates

  • Implementation Risk: Ensures consistency and reliability by adhering to proven standards and libraries.
  • Implementation Risk: Reduces the risk of relying on proprietary or less widely adopted solutions.
  • Complexity Risk: Reduces the amount of code you are responsible for.

Attendant Risks

  • Software Dependency Risk: Creates dependencies on the adopted standards and libraries.
  • Boundary Risk: Limits flexibility by adhering to specific standards and libraries which may be hard to change later.
  • Funding Risk: Can incur costs associated with adopting standards or libraries.

Description​

"Standardization is the process of implementing and developing technical standards based on the consensus of different parties, including firms, users, interest groups, standards organizations, and governments." - Standardization, Wikipedia

Adoption of standards and libraries involves implementing and adhering to established standards and integrating widely-used libraries in software development. This practice helps in ensuring consistency, reliability, and maintainability of the software by leveraging proven solutions.

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