What does software quality mean to you?

To me, software quality means how well a software product meets the needs and expectations of its users, both in terms of functionality and experience, while being reliable, maintainable, and secure.

Here's how I break it down:

1. Correctness & Functionality – It does what it's supposed to do, accurately and consistently.
2. Reliability – It works under expected conditions without crashing or producing errors.
3. Performance – It runs efficiently, with good speed and responsiveness.
4. Usability – It’s intuitive and user-friendly, so users can get value from it without a steep learning curve.
5. Maintainability – The code is clean, well-documented, and modular, making it easy to fix bugs or add features later.
6. Security – It protects user data and resists malicious attacks.
7. Testability – It's easy to write and run tests on the codebase, which helps ensure quality long-term.
8. Scalability – It can handle growth in users, data, or complexity without major redesigns.

Ultimately, quality isn’t just about the code - it’s about delivering value to users and making sure the software continues to do so over time.