> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://typo.gitbook.io/typo-help-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://typo.gitbook.io/typo-help-docs/engineering-metrics/devex-metrics/development-and-releases.md). # Development & Releases Development & Releases score refers to creating and deploying software solutions or updates, emphasizing collaboration, streamlined workflows, and reliable deployment to enhance the developer experience.
Development & Releases covers the following sub-focus areas- ### Tools & Technology Providing developers with the necessary software tools, frameworks, and technologies to facilitate their work in creating and deploying software solutions ### Code Reviews Evaluating code changes for quality, adherence to standards, and identifying issues to enhance software quality and promote collaboration among developers. ### Code Health Involves activities like code refactoring, performance optimization, and enforcing best practices to ensure code quality, maintainability, and efficiency, thereby enhancing the developer experience and software longevity. ### Frictionless Releases Streamlining software deployment through automation, standardized procedures, and effective coordination, reducing errors and delays for a seamless and efficient process that enhances the developer experience. Typo bases this calculation on developers' responses to questions about development & releases such as "How well does your team address the issues identified during code reviews?", "How frequently do you experience smooth releases without bottlenecks?". Note - Each survey comprises unique questions and does not repeat any questions from previous surveys. {% hint style="info" %} Note - Each survey comprises unique questions and does not repeat any questions from previous surveys. {% endhint %}