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Feature flag

A switch in software that turns a feature on or off without releasing new code, often for some users only.

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It's behind a feature flag, so only internal staff can see it.

Why it matters to you.

Feature flags let a team release safely and test with real users. They also pile up as tech debt if nobody removes old ones.

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