Code quality refers to how well written the code is. Quality code is clear, simple, well tested, bug-free, refactored, documented, and performant. But the primary measure of high-quality code is its compliance with the specifications provided by the individual/organization who needs the code.

You can write a paper in 7th grade, working on your very first essay. You can also write a paper at 50 years old being a professional author.

Both papers may be working to explain the same concept or tell the same story, but you can likely distinguish that the quality of the writing of the author is better than the 7th grader.

Code quality is a reflection of the proficiency of the 

 and a signal as to the quality of the end product.

Code Quality

QA, or Quality Assurance, is the process of ensuring that a product, service, or software meets the required quality standards and functions as intended. This is done through various testing methods, monitoring, and continuous improvement efforts.

Imagine you're baking a cake for a special event. To ensure that the cake tastes good and looks presentable, you would follow a recipe, measure the ingredients carefully, and check the cake's progress throughout the baking process. QA is like this process of checking and refining the cake to ensure it meets the desired quality standards.

QA is the process of testing and refining a product or service to ensure it meets the required quality standards and functions as intended.

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