ISSN : 2583-2646

Adoption of Source Control Systems in the Software Industry

ESP Journal of Engineering & Technology Advancements
© 2024 by ESP JETA
Volume 4  Issue 1
Year of Publication : 2024
Authors : Sudheer Amgothu, Giridhar Kankanala
:10.56472/25832646/JETA-V4I1P117

Citation:

Sudheer Amgothu, Giridhar Kankanala, 2024. Adoption of Source Control Systems in the Software Industry, ESP Journal of Engineering & Technology Advancements 4(1): 122-125.

Abstract:

Source control systems (SCS) have become essential in managing software development projects, enabling teams to efficiently track changes, collaborate, and manage version histories. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the adoption of SCS in the software industry, tracing its evolution from early centralized systems to modern distributed version control systems (DVCS) like Git. We analyze the factors driving the widespread adoption, the challenges faced by teams during migration and daily use, and the benefits of adopting SCS, such as enhanced collaboration, automated workflows, and improved security. We also provide insights into the future of SCS, especially in the context of DevOps, cloud computing, and AI integration. Finally, we offer practical recommendations for organizations transitioning to or optimizing their use of SCS.

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Keywords:

SCM, GIT, SVM, Jenkins, CiricleCI, GitL abCI.