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What does "code freeze" mean in programming?
code freeze is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A period during which no new code changes are allowed to be merged, typically before a major release. The goal is to stabilize the codebase and only allow critical bug fixes through.
Example
"We are in code freeze until Thursday's release — only P0 hotfixes can be merged."
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