Manual Intervention
Manual intervention refers to the process where human operators directly interact with or control a system, process, or workflow to resolve issues, make decisions, or perform tasks that are not fully automated. It is commonly used in IT operations, software development, and business processes to handle exceptions, errors, or complex scenarios that automated systems cannot manage independently. This approach ensures reliability and adaptability but can introduce delays and human error.
Developers should learn about manual intervention to effectively manage systems during failures, debugging, or when automation is insufficient, such as in critical production incidents or complex deployments. It is essential in DevOps and SRE practices for maintaining system stability, as it allows for quick human judgment in unpredictable situations where automated scripts might fail or cause further issues. Understanding when and how to intervene manually helps balance automation with operational control.