Kontrolltõotus

Kontrolltõotus, often translated as "control promise" or "assurance of control," is a concept primarily used in the context of software development, particularly within agile methodologies. It represents a commitment made by a team or an individual to ensure that a certain piece of work or a specific aspect of the product meets a defined quality standard. This promise is not merely a statement of intent but is often accompanied by concrete actions and verifiable evidence.

The purpose of a kontrolltõotus is to foster transparency and accountability within a development team. When a team makes a kontrolltõotus, they are essentially stating that they have taken the necessary steps to guarantee a particular outcome. This might involve implementing specific testing procedures, adhering to coding standards, conducting peer reviews, or ensuring that certain performance metrics are met. The specific nature of the kontrolltõotus will depend on the context and the team's agreed-upon definition of done.

This practice is closely related to the concept of "quality gates" or "definition of done" in agile frameworks like Scrum. By making a kontrolltõotus, the team signals confidence in the readiness of their work for the next stage, be it integration, deployment, or review by stakeholders. It encourages a proactive approach to quality, aiming to catch and resolve issues early in the development cycle, rather than relying on later testing phases. The evidence supporting a kontrolltõotus can be presented in various forms, such as automated test results, code review reports, or performance benchmarks.