16factor

16factor is a term that has gained traction in certain technical communities, particularly within the context of cloud-native application development and the Twelve-Factor App methodology. While not a formal, universally recognized standard in itself, the "16factor" concept often refers to an extension or elaboration of the original Twelve-Factor App principles, aiming to address additional considerations relevant to modern software engineering practices.

The Twelve-Factor App methodology provides a set of best practices for building software-as-a-service applications that are portable, scalable, and maintainable in the cloud. These factors cover aspects such as codebases, dependencies, configuration, and deployment. The "16factor" idea typically incorporates these original twelve factors and adds a few more.

These additional factors might include considerations like infrastructure as code, security best practices, observability, and continuous delivery pipelines. The aim is to offer a more comprehensive checklist for building robust, resilient, and cloud-ready applications. The specific elements that constitute the "16 factors" can vary depending on the source or community discussing them, as it's an evolving concept rather than a rigid specification. However, the underlying intent is to encourage a holistic approach to application design and development for the cloud era.