Automated Audits
Automated audits refer to the systematic use of software tools and scripts to automatically review, analyze, and assess codebases, systems, or processes for compliance, security, performance, or quality issues. This methodology leverages automation to replace or supplement manual auditing tasks, enabling continuous and scalable evaluation. It is commonly applied in areas like code quality checks, security vulnerability scanning, and regulatory compliance verification.
Developers should learn and use automated audits to ensure code reliability, enhance security, and maintain compliance in fast-paced development environments, such as in DevOps or CI/CD pipelines. It is particularly valuable for large-scale projects where manual reviews are impractical, helping to catch issues early, reduce human error, and streamline audit processes in industries like finance or healthcare with strict regulatory requirements.