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Defra AI in the SDLC Playbook

This playbook is a living document that aims to provide guidance on best practices for ways of working, tooling, and context-specific use cases for the use of AI in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) tailored to Defra's unique needs and challenges.

Getting Started

This section explains the core concepts of working with AI tools.

Important: You must configure proper privacy settings as outlined in the Project Setup section. This keeps your sensitive information safe when working with AI tools.

Workflow Steps

  1. Workflow - An overview of the AI development workflow
  2. The Four Pillars - The foundations of consistent code generation
  3. Mindset - The mindset you need to work with AI effectively
  4. Project Setup - Set up the foundational elements for your project, making sure all necessary files, tools, and conventions are in place

Next -> Workflow

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