When working with feature toggles and configuration flags, manage their entire lifecycle carefully to prevent breaking changes and compatibility issues.
Guidelines:
Example of proper feature toggle handling:
// When introducing a feature toggle:
if (config.featureToggles.myNewFeature) {
// New behavior with documentation
// NOTE: This toggle supports X functionality and will be removed in version Y
// when the feature becomes default behavior
}
// When maintaining backward compatibility:
if (config.featureToggles.legacyToggle || !options?.streamSelector) {
return this.newBehavior(options);
} else {
// Maintain compatibility with older versions
const data = await this.legacyBehavior(options);
return adaptToNewFormat(data);
}
Breaking changes to configuration defaults or removing feature toggles should be properly documented and typically done during major version updates, not in patch or minor releases.
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