> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/getting-started.md). # Getting Started SeaLights helps organizations and teams build a culture of continuous quality improvement by providing two approaches: * **Release Quality Improvement** prioritizes immediate stability and release readiness. * **Over Time Quality Improvement** builds long-term code quality and proactive risk reduction. {% hint style="info" %} SeaLights provides powerful data, but unlocking its full potential requires **thoughtful planning and process adjustments.** Here's what to consider: * **Define processes:** Establish routines for analyzing test gaps, writing targeted tests, and determining appropriate test amounts. * **Set KPIs:** Implement new metrics to track progress towards your quality goals. * **Define release criteria:** Establish clear benchmarks for go/no-go release decisions, including coverage levels and acceptable risk thresholds. * **Plan and checkpoint:** For the "over time" approach, plan a timeline, set coverage goals, prioritize improvements, and define clear release criteria. [**Read more about SeaLights' Quality Improvement approaches**](/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/challenges-and-approach-comparison/quality-improvement-approaches.md) {% endhint %} ### Discover Quality Improvement


Quality Challenges & Approach Comparison	Explore common challenges hindering your path to quality excellence and discover powerful approaches that unlock sustained quality improvement.		Royal Pink.png	Challenges & Approach Comparison
Quality Improvement Solution Overview	Learn how to unravel your code's quality with granular coverage insights, and master two quality approaches for confident releases and long-term excellence.		Electric Lime.png	Quality Improvement Solution Overview


Managers use cases	Managers	Ocean Deep.png	Managers
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### Technical Overview


Report Mechanism	Understand the high-level workings of Quality Improvement.	Resemblance.png	Solution Mechanism
Technical Architecture	Delve into the intricate architecture of Quality Improvement solutions.	Resemblance copy.png	Technical Architecture
Deployment Guide	Learn how to integrate Quality Improvement solutions in your teams.	Resemblance copy 2.png	Deployment Guide

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