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The Friday 5pm deployment: why big releases are risky

· Arnaud Langlade · April 21, 2026, 8:42 a.m.
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Summary
This blog post discusses the risks of big feature releases in software deployment, drawing from the author's personal experience of waiting two weeks before a major deployment. The author reflects on the potential pitfalls of long lead times between commits and releases, emphasizing the value of continuous deployment practices.
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