Deployment: Moving a new version of software onto the servers or environment where it runs, so people can use it.
Example
After testing, the team deploys the new release to production on Thursday evening.
Why Deployment matters for IT interns
Deployments are usually planned and checked carefully, which is why "just push it live" is rarely an option.
Where you will hear it
You will hear this term in development teams, in code reviews and technical discussions, and in technical interviews. If someone uses it and you are not sure what they mean in your project, it is completely fine to ask; every team uses terms a little differently.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Deployment?
Moving a new version of software onto the servers or environment where it runs, so people can use it.
What is an example of Deployment?
After testing, the team deploys the new release to production on Thursday evening.
Why does Deployment matter for IT interns?
Deployments are usually planned and checked carefully, which is why "just push it live" is rarely an option.
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Dhaivat has 16+ years of experience in the IT industry, working on AI and cloud technologies, project delivery, and engineering leadership. He has interviewed and mentored many interns, wrote The Lost Intern, and runs the non-commercial Career Impact Initiative, mentoring students for free.