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Changes between Version 32 and Version 33 of DeveloperGuidelines/Quality

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155	155	=== Stability ===
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157		A solution is ''stable'' when its black-box model rarely changes, and it maintains backwards-compatibility and/or easy migration paths. Stable solutions are required for all critical dependencies, so that they can be built upon without risk for frequent regression issues or need for constant migration. Stability is especially critical in shared data models (i.e. where data are shared between different modules within the application or even across applications), and in authorization frameworks.
	157	A solution is ''stable'' when its black-box model rarely changes, and it maintains backwards-compatibility and/or easy migration paths. Stable solutions are required for all critical dependencies, so that they can be built upon without risk for frequent regression issues or need for constant migration. Stability is especially critical in shared data models (i.e. where data are shared between different modules within the application or even across applications), and in authorization frameworks - and can thus be defined as quality requirement for a solution.
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159	159	Stability is typically perceived as a sign of maturity, but can actually be taken into account already during the initial solution design. Pragmatic approaches (e.g. integrated migration, or enforced backwards-compatibility) can create stability early on without limiting or obstructing further development.