configurationVersion

ConfigurationVersion is a concept used in software development and system administration to refer to a specific, immutable state of a configuration. When a configuration is changed, a new version is created, preserving the previous states. This allows for tracking the history of changes, rolling back to previous versions if issues arise, and providing a clear audit trail.

In practice, a configurationVersion can be implemented in various ways. It might involve simple version numbering (e.g., v1.0, v1.1, v2.0), timestamps, or unique identifiers generated by a version control system. The core principle is that each version represents a snapshot of the configuration at a particular point in time.

The benefits of using configurationVersion are numerous. It enhances stability by enabling safe rollbacks. It improves collaboration by allowing teams to track who made what changes and when. Furthermore, it is crucial for compliance and auditing, providing a verifiable record of system settings. Many infrastructure-as-code tools and configuration management systems leverage the concept of configurationVersion to manage and deploy infrastructure reliably. This ensures that deployments are repeatable and that the system's state can be precisely controlled and understood.