# Over Time Quality Improvement Guide

**Software quality isn't a sprint; it's a marathon.** Over Time Quality Improvement recognizes this, offering a strategic, long-term approach that transcends individual releases. By setting a clear vision and making incremental progress, you can cultivate enduring quality in your software.

**What sets Over Time Quality Improvement apart?**

* **Focus on the big picture:** Goes beyond individual releases, aiming for sustained improvement across the entire software lifecycle.
* **Incremental progress, lasting impact:** Instead of chasing quick fixes, it prioritizes systematic, step-by-step improvements for long-term benefits.
* **Test gaps are your roadmap:** Over Time Quality Improvement actively identifies and addresses test gaps, paving the way for comprehensive coverage and increased confidence.

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### Implementation

Incorporate these steps into your processes with SeaLights:

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-1-deploy-sealights" %}
[step-1-deploy-sealights](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-1-deploy-sealights)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-2-take-a-quality-snapshot" %}
[step-2-take-a-quality-snapshot](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-2-take-a-quality-snapshot)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="release-quality-improvement-guide/step-3-prioritize-code-areas" %}
[step-3-prioritize-code-areas](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/release-quality-improvement-guide/step-3-prioritize-code-areas)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-4-set-baseline-and-goal" %}
[step-4-set-baseline-and-goal](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-4-set-baseline-and-goal)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-5-set-timeline" %}
[step-5-set-timeline](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-5-set-timeline)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-6-write-tests" %}
[step-6-write-tests](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-6-write-tests)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-7-monitor-progress" %}
[step-7-monitor-progress](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-7-monitor-progress)
{% endcontent-ref %}

{% content-ref url="over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-8-measure-defect-escape-rate" %}
[step-8-measure-defect-escape-rate](https://docs.sealights.io/knowledgebase/guides/quality-improvement/quality-improvement-solution-overview/over-time-quality-improvement-guide/step-8-measure-defect-escape-rate)
{% endcontent-ref %}

By embracing Over Time Quality Improvement, you can unlock the power of continuous improvement and build software that stands the test of time. Remember, quality isn't built overnight; it's a journey of dedication and commitment.