Julien Danjou 7/23/2024

The Challenges of Merge Queues

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This article discusses the complexities of implementing merge queues in software development. It explains how merge queues shift the balance between speed and safety by enforcing pre-merge testing, preventing broken code from reaching the main branch. The piece addresses common criticisms, such as increased CI costs and potential slowdowns, while arguing that the stability gains outweigh these trade-offs for many teams.

The Challenges of Merge Queues

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