Software delivery & architecture · Core
Branch
Also called: code branch
ELI5
A separate copy of code changes being worked on.
Used in conversation
“The feature branch is ready for review.”
Definition
A separate line of development within version control.
Here “Branch” means: A separate line of development within version control.
Pitch context
You will see “Branch” in product strategy decks, roadmaps, experiments and architecture reviews when the discussion reaches software delivery & architecture.
Why it matters: It helps a reader interpret software delivery & architecture without confusing the measure, decision, role or evidence being discussed.
Connected terms
- BranchThe same visible label “Branch” names different concepts.
Sources & evidence · 2
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- National Institute of Standards and Technology — Computer Security Resource Center GlossaryDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- Scrum Guides — The Scrum Guide — official current versionSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-16