Defect Density

Defect density is a measure used in software development to assess the quality of a product. It indicates the number of defects or issues found per unit size of the software, typically per thousand lines of code or function points. A lower defect density means fewer problems and generally higher quality, while a higher value suggests more issues that may need fixing. This metric helps teams identify how reliable the software is and where to focus improvement efforts, ultimately aiming for a more stable and dependable product.