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3 OKR examples for Coding Quality Assurance

What are Coding Quality Assurance OKRs?

The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.

Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.

We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Coding Quality Assurance to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

Building your own Coding Quality Assurance OKRs with AI

Using Tability AI to draft complete strategies in seconds

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here.

You can use Tability's AI generator to create tailored OKRs based on your specific context. Tability can turn your objective description into a fully editable OKR template -- including tips to help you refine your goals.

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Using the AI generator, you can:

  • Chat with an AI to draft your goals
  • Ask questions or provide feedback to refine the OKRs
  • Import the suggestion in an editor designed for goal setting
  • Switch back to a goal-tracking view in 1-click

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Using the free OKR generator to get a quick template

If you're just looking for some quick inspiration, you can also use our free OKR generator to get a template.

Unlike with Tability, you won't be able to iterate on the templates, but this is still a great way to get started.

Our Coding Quality Assurance OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Coding Quality Assurance Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

1OKRs to efficient and secure completion of Wiz Rollout Secure Code2Cloud phase 2

  • ObjectiveEfficient and secure completion of Wiz Rollout Secure Code2Cloud phase 2
  • KRPerform and pass robust stress-testing on Code2Cloud without any system breakdowns
  • TaskIdentify potential weak points in Code2Cloud architecture
  • TaskExecute a series of rigorous stress-tests on Code2Cloud
  • TaskAnalyze results and make necessary improvements to code configuration
  • KRAttain 100% coding completion with zero vulnerabilities identified in code reviews
  • TaskRegularly conduct rigorous code review sessions
  • TaskImplement strict protocols for quality assurance in coding
  • TaskTrain team in advanced security-centric coding practices
  • KREnsure 100% team training on the updated system and data security measures
  • TaskImplement updated data security measures training
  • TaskMonitor and confirm everyone’s participation in training
  • TaskSchedule comprehensive training sessions on updated system
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2OKRs to enforce coding standards to prevent new tech debt

  • ObjectiveStandardize coding practices for debt reduction
  • KRConduct training sessions to educate all team members
  • KRReduce tech debt backlog by 50% through enforcement of standards
  • KRDevelop and implement updated coding standards
  • KRConduct quarterly reviews to ensure adherence to standards

3OKRs to enhance efficiency and productivity in development within the team

  • ObjectiveEnhance efficiency and productivity in development within the team
  • KRImprove problem-solving capabilities by 40% in resolving coding issues
  • TaskSeek mentorship from senior coders for guidance
  • TaskPractice resolving issues with more complex code
  • TaskEnroll in advanced coding and problem-solving workshops
  • KRDeliver four high-quality projects within agreed upon timelines and standards
  • TaskMaintain continual progress monitoring for quality assurance
  • TaskEstablish clear timelines and standards for each project
  • TaskImplement effective communication amongst project team members
  • KRIncrease engagement and participation in weekly team development reviews by 100%
  • TaskSend reminder notifications prior to weekly development review meetings
  • TaskIncentivize active participation with rewards recognizing valuable input
  • TaskEnsure agenda topics are relevant and engaging for all team members

Coding Quality Assurance OKR best practices

Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇

Tip #1: Limit the number of key results

The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the OKRs.

We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row

Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.

As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.

Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.

How to track your Coding Quality Assurance OKRs

OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

  • It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
  • It will highlight poorly set OKRs
  • It will surface execution risks
  • It improves transparency and accountability

Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.

A strategy map in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

More Coding Quality Assurance OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.