### Q1: What is the primary purpose of continuous integration (CI) in a CI/CD pipeline?  
### Q2: How does automated testing in a CI/CD pipeline contribute to improved code quality?  
### Q3: Describe how the implementation of CI/CD could have altered a recent deployment experience in your organization.  
### Q4: What are the key components of a typical CI/CD pipeline?  
### Q5: In what ways can CI/CD practices reduce deployment risks?  
### Q6: How might the speed of market response be impacted by the use of CI/CD in software development?  
### Q7: How does CI/CD facilitate better collaboration among development, testing, and operations teams?  
### Q8: Can you provide an example of how CI/CD could enhance customer satisfaction in a fintech application?  
### Q9: What challenges might arise when transitioning to a CI/CD approach in software development?