Quick look on abbreviations in SE (Software Engineering)

Here's a quick reference list with some common abbreviations that I have came across frequently in my Engineering journey :

1. PR – Pull Request

A request submitted by a developer to merge their code changes from one branch to another, typically for review and collaboration before integration.

2. MR – Merge Request

Similar to a Pull Request, a Merge Request is used in GitLab to request code merging. It includes review, discussion, and approval before finalizing changes.

3. CR – Change Request

A formal proposal to modify a system or product, often triggered by stakeholder feedback, bug reports, or evolving requirements.

4. LADR – Lightweight Architectural Decision Record

A brief document that captures an important architectural decision made during a project.

5. BRD – Business Requirement Document

Outlines the high-level business needs, objectives, and expectations of a project. It's used as a reference for aligning technical development with business goals.

6. LLD – Low-Level Design

Describes the detailed logic, modules, and workflows of a system. It breaks down high-level architecture into implementable components.

7. HLD – High-Level Design

Describes the system architecture and major components at a broad level.

8. SRS – Software Requirements Specification

A comprehensive document that defines the software system's functional and non-functional requirements. It serves as a foundation for design, development, and testing.

9. PRFAQ - Press Release and Frequently Asked Questions
A product planning and ideation document that includes a mock press release followed by a set of FAQs.

10. COE – Center of Excellence

A Center of Excellence is a team or group within an organization that provides expertise, best practices, research, and support in a specific domain (e.g., AI, DevOps, QA).

11. MVP - Minimum Viable Product

The simplest version of a product that can be released to validate core ideas quickly.

List is very long , but that's all I can think at this point. Let us know in the comments if you think very common & used in your carrier.

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