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API Deprecation Timeline & Guidance Survey Template

Gauge developer sentiment on API deprecation timelines, guidance clarity and change communication. Use this template to improve fairness and migration UX.

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Sample Survey Items

Q1
multiple choice
When did you most recently encounter a deprecation that affected your work?
  • In the last 30 days
  • 31–90 days ago
  • 3–6 months ago
  • 7–12 months ago
  • Over 12 months ago
  • I have not encountered one
Q2
dropdown
Who initiated that deprecation?
Q3
multiple choice
Was a specific removal/sunset date provided?
  • Yes, a specific date
  • No, only general timing
  • Not sure/wasn't stated
Q4
opinion scale
Overall, how fair was the deprecation timeline?
Q5
numeric
About how many weeks of notice were provided? (If not applicable or unsure, you may skip.)
Q6
numeric
Minimum number of weeks of notice you consider fair for breaking changes.
Q7
opinion scale
How clear was the deprecation guidance and communication?
Q8
matrix
Please rate the quality of guidance you saw or would expect.
Q9
rating
How much effort did the migration require for your codebase?
Q10
ranking
Rank your top pain points during deprecation and migration.
Q11
multiple choice
Where did you first learn about the deprecation?
  • Email notification
  • In-product banner or console
  • Release notes or changelog
  • API response headers or warnings
  • Documentation site
  • Social media or community post
  • Colleague or internal announcement
  • I don't recall
Q12
opinion scale
After this deprecation, how did your trust in the vendor change?
Q13
multiple choice
Attention check: To confirm you’re paying attention, please select “I am paying attention.”
  • I am paying attention
  • I am not paying attention
  • Prefer not to say
Q14
dropdown
What is your primary role?
Q15
dropdown
How many years of professional software development experience do you have?
Q16
dropdown
Approximately how many employees does your organization have?
Q17
dropdown
Which region are you primarily based in?
Q18
long text
What would make deprecation timelines and guidance clearer and fairer for you?
Max 600 chars
Q19
ai interview
AI Interview: 2 Follow-up Questions on Deprecation Timelines and Guidance
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Q20
chat message
Thanks for your time—your feedback helps improve deprecation practices and developer experience!

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