konfigurationsgetriebene

Konfigurationsgetriebene development, often abbreviated as configuration-driven development or CDD, is an approach to software development where the behavior and functionality of an application are primarily determined by external configuration data rather than by hard-coded logic. This means that instead of modifying the source code to change how a system operates, developers or administrators adjust configuration files or databases.

In a konfigurationsgetriebene system, the core application logic is designed to be generic and adaptable. It interprets instructions and parameters from a configuration source to perform specific tasks. This configuration can take many forms, such as XML files, JSON files, YAML files, environment variables, or entries in a dedicated configuration database. The advantage is that changes to the application's behavior can be made without recompiling or redeploying the entire software.

This approach is particularly beneficial for systems that require frequent adaptation to different environments, user preferences, or business rules. For example, a web application might use configuration files to define its user interface layout, access control policies, or integration points with other services. When a new feature is needed or an existing one needs to be modified, the corresponding configuration settings are updated.

Konfigurationsgetriebene development promotes flexibility, maintainability, and faster iteration cycles. It separates business logic from implementation details, making the system easier to understand and manage. However, it can also introduce complexity in managing the configuration itself, and the initial design of a truly generic and configuration-driven engine can be challenging.