kodekravene

Kodekravene, literally “the code requirements,” is a term used in Norwegian information technology and software development to describe the set of requirements that apply to the software code produced in a project. The concept appears in project specifications, contract documents, and procurement processes, and serves to align stakeholders on what the delivered software must be able to do and how it must be built.

Scope and purpose: Kodekravene cover both functional requirements—what the software should do—and non-functional attributes that pertain to the code quality, such as reliability, performance, security, maintainability, and accessibility. They often translate user needs and regulatory obligations into concrete coding and testing criteria. They can also specify tooling, version control practices, documentation expectations, and coding standards.

Components: Typical elements include interface and data specifications, input validation rules, error handling, logging, security requirements (such as authentication and data protection), testing and acceptance criteria, and documentation. Aligning kodekravene with architectural decisions helps ensure consistency across modules and teams.

Implementation and compliance: In public procurement, kodekravene are commonly embedded as contractual obligations and acceptance criteria. They are validated through design reviews, code reviews, automated tests, and user acceptance testing. Compliance is typically tracked in project artifacts and test reports.

Relation to standards and procurement: Kodekravene draw on broader standards and frameworks for software development, security, accessibility, and privacy. They may evolve during a project as requirements change. The concept is widely used to ensure that software development stays aligned with both user needs and regulatory expectations.