Software Configuration Management (SCM)

Software Configuration Management (SCM) is the process of systematically handling changes in software development projects. It ensures that all versions of software components are tracked, organized, and controlled, preventing conflicts and errors. By maintaining a record of modifications, managing different versions, and coordinating collaboration among team members, SCM helps ensure the software remains reliable, consistent, and reproducible. It enables developers to work efficiently, revert to previous versions if needed, and understand the history of changes, ultimately supporting organized and quality-controlled software development.