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5 minute read As a CTO, you’re responsible for protecting the sensitive data of your SaaS business and maintaining your customer’s trust.  It’s a critical role that requires staying up to date on the latest security best practices and taking proactive measures to safeguard against data breaches and other threats.  So, what can you do to protect your SaaS business and keep your customer data safe?  This checklist should help you keep a tab on the top security testing practices in 2023: ✅ Encrypt sensitive data  If your SaaS business handles sensitive information, such as personal data or financial data, it’s important to encrypt […]

5 minute read A customer of Bugasura may have moved to ClickUp. Therefore, we are not claiming that we are the best, which is why you should read on, as this is not a sales pitch. We are exploring contexts where we have become useful. We wish to share them so you can assess your context and understand which tool is suitable for your journey. Most people tend to pick a popular tool because it is loaded with features. That’s how they make a wrong decision with full confidence.  ClickUp competes with Jira, which still is a giant software.  ClickUp believes that it […]

4 minute read The bug tracker is among the least reinvented products in decades. We are changing it. But even before we reinvented it, we asked – what does a reinvented bug tracker look like? Why reinvent something that is working? Bug tracking tools empower development teams at every step of the bug life cycle. The tool facilitates the logging by the testers of concise and accurate bug reports. Bug reports help developers in reproducing the bugs and quickly fixing them. The hallmark of a good bug report is that it should not require any further communication or follow-up questions. The time, thus […]

2 minute read For the sake of understanding, I will break it down into episodes based on the chronology of how it occurred to me. Episode 1-Reporting Time As a hands-on tester, one big problem I faced is the time to report bugs when testing on a mobile phone. Take a screenshot – send it over email – download it on the laptop – again upload to Jira and write the bug report. Every bug I found – I wasted 15 minutes in reporting it and hence it slows down my testing. Also, I don’t want to spend time writing steps to reproduce […]

4 minute read Discord is an excellent platform for bringing in users and engaging them with what they like and don’t like. We know of Indie developers building new-age modern software who have moved away from Git Issues and have started using Discord. However, they all face one serious problem – it can get very noisy. Noise is bad for developer productivity The requirements for the use of tracking tools are rather stringent. The ‘noise’ around defect tracking mainly arises from the overhead of adhering to strict conditions. There is no argument over the utility of defect tracking, per se.  Often, developers in […]

2 minute read Above is a story about Priya who is a QA Tester. She was assigned to test an app, but she was struggling to find a bug in the app. She used Bugasura to help her report bugs. An idea dawned upon her, she started checking the reviews of the app she was testing. She went through the user problems in the reviews and found a very deep-rooted bug that was depreciating the User Experience of the app. The Product Team was really happy with Priya’s work; the bug was the cause for all the bad reviews of the app. The […]

3 minute read This week we interview Nishantha CK, 4 years into Software Testing. Prior to Moolya, she was working with Accenture. She is a self-starter, lightning-quick when it comes to acquiring new skills and a problem-solver. In her spare time, Nisha is an avid reader, also loves penning down her thoughts. She is a trained Indian classical singer and actively does voluntary work on humanitarian ground. Nishantha has clocked more than 213 hours of testing and reporting on Bugasura App. We asked her a few questions about her experience with Bugasura, and how does it change her way of testing (if it […]

4 minute read Founding a start-up and coding is complicated enough to keep founders and the start-up’s teams busy. With myriad things on their plates to worry about, start-ups can do without having to deal with either an inadequate or an overly unwieldy and complicated bug tracker.  A bug tracking tool is necessary for a start-up developing tech products/services – be it software, apps, website design, etc. Customers expect bug-free products for a smooth user experience. Quality Assurance (QA) is key to providing users with a superior experience, and a bug tracking tool in this context becomes an inescapable necessity for QA.  At […]

6 minute read Every React developer knows this story.You push a new feature, everything looks perfect on local, and then, boom! The QA team reports broken UI states, components misfiring on Safari, and forms that suddenly stop validating on mobile. You fix one bug, and two more emerge elsewhere. Yes, these are more than “bugs.” They are the consequence of missing test visibility and fragmented bug tracking, a problem that plagues even the best engineering teams. In a framework as dynamic and component-driven as React, quality assurance fixes bugs, yes, but it also manages how testing, debugging, and feedback all connect. And that’s […]

7 minute read Picture this. Your team is hours away from a major product launch. The UI is flawless, marketing is live, and the stakeholders are thrilled. Then, just as QA begins final cross-browser testing, everything starts to crumble. Buttons are misaligned. Layouts are broken on Safari. JavaScript functions are behaving erratically on Android. Every front-end team has lived this nightmare. If you know, you know that these are not just “technical glitches”; they’re business disruptors. They compromise user experience, delay go-lives, and dent brand reputation, all because testing inefficiencies allowed bugs to slip through the cracks. Experience bug tracking that actually fits […]

5 minute read The demand for faster, high-quality software delivery has never been greater, and DevOps practices are central to meeting it. Traditional development cycles with slow testing phases and delayed feedback loops are no longer viable. Instead, organizations are turning to Continuous Testing that allows embedding automated quality checks throughout the lifecycle to deliver reliable code at speed. This shift is both theoretical and measurable. According to the 2023 State of DevOps Report by Google Cloud, elite DevOps teams deploy multiple times per day, compared to low performers who may deploy weekly or less. In addition, elite performers typically have change failure […]

6 minute read If your test cases live in Excel and your sanity lives in chaos, this one’s for you.Manual QA has always been the unsung hero of software quality, catching last-minute bugs, juggling release deadlines, and surviving through sheer caffeine and courage. But let’s be honest: in 2025, trying to scale QA purely through manual workflows feels like debugging with your eyes closed. The industry has evolved faster than your browser updates. Automation, analytics, and integrated pipelines have changed the game. Yet, many teams are still stuck wrestling with the same old manual testing challenges, including lost test cases, inconsistent reports, and […]

7 minute read Most DevOps teams think they’re fast, and only a few realize they’re also flying blind.Of course, builds deploy every few minutes, pipelines are automated end-to-end, and releases are frictionless. But beneath that shiny CI/CD dashboard lies a quiet chaos of test data scattered across spreadsheets, bugs logged in chat threads, and quality metrics that nobody really owns. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. According to the World Quality Report 2024-25 by Capgemini and Sogeti, 61% of organizations say managing test environments and data remains their top QA challenge, and nearly 58% cite the lack of centralized visibility as a […]

7 minute read Software testing metrics have become the compass guiding modern QA teams toward higher quality. Whether you’re shipping an enterprise SaaS solution, a mobile app, or an API-driven platform, users expect reliability, speed, and a seamless experience. At the heart of meeting these expectations are metrics that detect, prioritize, and resolve bugs effectively. You would probably already know that these metrics are more than just numbers on a dashboard. They serve as guiding signals that help teams streamline workflows, allocate resources wisely, and make informed decisions. In fact, for seasoned Product Managers and QA Leads, the difference between a successful release […]

8 minute read Every great product is built on trust – trust that the software will work exactly as intended, without crashing, lagging, or throwing up unexpected errors. But that trust is fragile. One small bug in production can ripple into downtime, customer complaints, and expensive fixes that drain time and resources. In fact, studies show that a defect caught in production can cost up to 100 times more to resolve than if it had been identified earlier in development. That’s where unit testing in software testing comes in. Think of it as building a safety net at the very first level of […]

8 minute read The stakes for application security have never been higher. Studies have revealed that cyberattacks occur every 39 seconds, directly impacting the cost of vulnerabilities, especially in industries like Crypto and Fintech, both of which hold massive troves of sensitive user data. Companies must, therefore, prioritize robust security testing in software testing to safeguard sensitive data and maintain user trust. Yet another report by IBM highlighted that the average cost of a data breach was at an all-time high of $4.35 million in 2022.  DevOps engineers and QA professionals have, over the years, focused much of their efforts on ensuring robust […]

6 minute read Every React developer knows this story.You push a new feature, everything looks perfect on local, and then, boom! The QA team reports broken UI states, components misfiring on Safari, and forms that suddenly stop validating on mobile. You fix one bug, and two more emerge elsewhere. Yes, these are more than “bugs.” They are the consequence of missing test visibility and fragmented bug tracking, a problem that plagues even the best engineering teams. In a framework as dynamic and component-driven as React, quality assurance fixes bugs, yes, but it also manages how testing, debugging, and feedback all connect. And that’s […]

7 minute read Picture this. Your team is hours away from a major product launch. The UI is flawless, marketing is live, and the stakeholders are thrilled. Then, just as QA begins final cross-browser testing, everything starts to crumble. Buttons are misaligned. Layouts are broken on Safari. JavaScript functions are behaving erratically on Android. Every front-end team has lived this nightmare. If you know, you know that these are not just “technical glitches”; they’re business disruptors. They compromise user experience, delay go-lives, and dent brand reputation, all because testing inefficiencies allowed bugs to slip through the cracks. Experience bug tracking that actually fits […]

7 minute read Most DevOps teams think they’re fast, and only a few realize they’re also flying blind.Of course, builds deploy every few minutes, pipelines are automated end-to-end, and releases are frictionless. But beneath that shiny CI/CD dashboard lies a quiet chaos of test data scattered across spreadsheets, bugs logged in chat threads, and quality metrics that nobody really owns. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. According to the World Quality Report 2024-25 by Capgemini and Sogeti, 61% of organizations say managing test environments and data remains their top QA challenge, and nearly 58% cite the lack of centralized visibility as a […]

7 minute read If you’ve been in QA long enough, chances are you’ve lived through the spreadsheet era. For decades, Excel and later Google Sheets became the default “test case repositories.” They were flexible, familiar, and cheap. For a time, they were enough. But software testing has changed dramatically in the last 25 years. What once worked as a stopgap solution is now holding teams back. Today’s QA workflows demand real-time collaboration, automation, analytics, and integration. And the thing is, spreadsheets were not designed for any of these. The truth is straightforward – it is time to stop forcing spreadsheets into a role […]

7 minute read Picking the right tool can be a real pain! You probably already know that. Spreadsheets are cheap but chaotic. Paid enterprise tools promise the world but drain your wallet. And somewhere in between sits the golden opportunity of free test management tools. The game has changed. Today, the best QA leaders and startup founders are realizing that a free test case management tool can do a whole lot more than save money. These tools can unlock agility, scalability, and collaboration without compromise. Here’s a close look at why free tools are rewriting the playbook, how they compare with the big […]

8 minute read The stakes for application security have never been higher. Studies have revealed that cyberattacks occur every 39 seconds, directly impacting the cost of vulnerabilities, especially in industries like Crypto and Fintech, both of which hold massive troves of sensitive user data. Companies must, therefore, prioritize robust security testing in software testing to safeguard sensitive data and maintain user trust. Yet another report by IBM highlighted that the average cost of a data breach was at an all-time high of $4.35 million in 2022.  DevOps engineers and QA professionals have, over the years, focused much of their efforts on ensuring robust […]

6 minute read In crypto, every line of code is an asset and every bug is a potential exploit. Whether you’re leading blockchain infrastructure, preparing a token launch, or safeguarding private keys, there’s one principle that remains non-negotiable: secure digital asset management starts with test and bug management. That’s why top crypto organizations would benefit much from using test management platforms designed to support complex security ecosystems, with integrated bug tracking, audit trails, and DevSecOps collaboration. What Counts as a Digital Asset in 2025? Today’s digital assets span much more than cryptocurrencies. As tokenization evolves, so does the attack surface. Examples include: Cryptocurrencies […]

4 minute read A practical guide to mastering state, fixing hydration errors, and simplifying Next.js testing with Bugasura. Hydration errors. Stale data. Broken re-renders. If you’ve worked on a Next.js project, you surely already know that these state bugs have potential to cost your team hours of confusion. Despite its power and flexibility (SSR, CSR, SSG), Next.js state management is one of the trickiest challenges in front-end engineering. The problem is more than just its complexity; it’s the debugging. That’s why teams are adopting a smarter approach by pairing robust state architecture with test workflows. Why Does Optimized State Management Matter in Next.js? […]

8 minute read For seasoned professionals who’ve navigated the complexities of software development for decades, the importance of reducing bug turnaround time through efficient testing strategies is undeniable. It is an essential component for maintaining software quality and ensuring timely product releases. Implementing smarter testing strategies can significantly expedite bug resolution, enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction. In this blog, we will explore the challenges in bug management and present actionable strategies to streamline your workflow. What is Bug Turnaround Time? Bug turnaround time refers to the time elapsed from when a bug is reported to when it is resolved and verified. Prolonged […]

5 minute read Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just the perfect times to grab incredible deals — especially in the tech industry. But with so many deals for tracking software and other tech tools out there, we understand that it can be overwhelming to know which one truly delivers the best value. So, in our pursuit to make life easier for you (which is what Bugasura is all about!!), we’ve compiled a list of some of the best Black Friday Cyber Monday deals to help you make the right decision to level up your business this year. ProofHub: Get 40% off the […]

4 minute read Discord is an excellent platform for bringing in users and engaging them with what they like and don’t like. We know of Indie developers building new-age modern software who have moved away from Git Issues and have started using Discord. However, they all face one serious problem – it can get very noisy. Noise is bad for developer productivity The requirements for the use of tracking tools are rather stringent. The ‘noise’ around defect tracking mainly arises from the overhead of adhering to strict conditions. There is no argument over the utility of defect tracking, per se.  Often, developers in […]

4 minute read The bug tracker is among the least reinvented products in decades. We are changing it. But even before we reinvented it, we asked – what does a reinvented bug tracker look like? Why reinvent something that is working? Bug tracking tools empower development teams at every step of the bug life cycle. The tool facilitates the logging by the testers of concise and accurate bug reports. Bug reports help developers in reproducing the bugs and quickly fixing them. The hallmark of a good bug report is that it should not require any further communication or follow-up questions. The time, thus […]

4 minute read UX is not UI. The world agrees but thinks and does otherwise. UI gets cluttered as more and more features are added, or the product has too many options to play around with.  Bug trackers and Project Management (PM) tools are like cockpit controls in a modern airplane. The only difference is that most bug trackers aren’t designed for skilled, busy engineers to operate. They put every button in a cluttered fashion that causes engineers’ productivity to fall. Comparison of cockpit controls The visual complexity of tools that are meant to improve productivity can, paradoxically, reduce productivity. Let’s understand how […]

4 minute read In the not too distant past, project teams comprised close-knit groups that were all co-located with their managers.  Today’s modern workplace is rather different. The project teams are characterized by globally distributed teams, remote working, and online collaboration. The need to cope with project planning, organization, assigning accountability, and following-up, makes project management tools an inescapable necessity for efficient functioning.  The development of a software tool for improving a business process, expanding into a new market, and constructing a bridge are a few common project examples that a project management tool can help execute seamlessly.  What do Project Management (PM) […]

2 minute read Above is a story about Priya who is a QA Tester. She was assigned to test an app, but she was struggling to find a bug in the app. She used Bugasura to help her report bugs. An idea dawned upon her, she started checking the reviews of the app she was testing. She went through the user problems in the reviews and found a very deep-rooted bug that was depreciating the User Experience of the app. The Product Team was really happy with Priya’s work; the bug was the cause for all the bad reviews of the app. The […]

6 minute read Every React developer knows this story.You push a new feature, everything looks perfect on local, and then, boom! The QA team reports broken UI states, components misfiring on Safari, and forms that suddenly stop validating on mobile. You fix one bug, and two more emerge elsewhere. Yes, these are more than “bugs.” They are the consequence of missing test visibility and fragmented bug tracking, a problem that plagues even the best engineering teams. In a framework as dynamic and component-driven as React, quality assurance fixes bugs, yes, but it also manages how testing, debugging, and feedback all connect. And that’s […]

7 minute read Picture this. Your team is hours away from a major product launch. The UI is flawless, marketing is live, and the stakeholders are thrilled. Then, just as QA begins final cross-browser testing, everything starts to crumble. Buttons are misaligned. Layouts are broken on Safari. JavaScript functions are behaving erratically on Android. Every front-end team has lived this nightmare. If you know, you know that these are not just “technical glitches”; they’re business disruptors. They compromise user experience, delay go-lives, and dent brand reputation, all because testing inefficiencies allowed bugs to slip through the cracks. Experience bug tracking that actually fits […]

6 minute read Why is Cross-Browser Testing a Test Management Priority? Can you imagine spending weeks meticulously designing a beautiful, responsive website, only for it to fall apart in different browsers? It’s a nightmare that most developers know all too well. Even the smallest cross-browser compatibility issue can derail an entire product launch. The colors break, the layout shifts, and certain features become unresponsive. It’s frustrating, time-consuming, and, worst of all, a massive threat to user experience (UX) and business outcomes. Cross-browser testing is a core test management challenge. As QA leads and DevOps engineers, you must prioritize cross-browser testing as part of […]

7 minute read Why Defect Density Should Be on Every Product Leader’s Radar Ask any product development head what keeps them up at night, and the answer you hear will not merely be deadlines or feature requests. More often than not, it is the bugs that sneak past testing and blow up in production. A single overlooked defect can stall a launch, frustrate users, and snowball into expensive firefighting, making it critical to understand defect density and its impact on your software quality. This problem is only growing. With microservices, distributed teams, and faster release cycles, defect density in testing can quickly escalate, […]

4 minute read A practical guide to mastering state, fixing hydration errors, and simplifying Next.js testing with Bugasura. Hydration errors. Stale data. Broken re-renders. If you’ve worked on a Next.js project, you surely already know that these state bugs have potential to cost your team hours of confusion. Despite its power and flexibility (SSR, CSR, SSG), Next.js state management is one of the trickiest challenges in front-end engineering. The problem is more than just its complexity; it’s the debugging. That’s why teams are adopting a smarter approach by pairing robust state architecture with test workflows. Why Does Optimized State Management Matter in Next.js? […]

9 minute read Software development moves fast, but bugs move faster. Traditional QA data analysis is often slow, manual, and inefficient, leading to missed defects, delayed releases, and frustrated developers. Sifting through hundreds of test cases, bug reports, and logs is known to eat into the time that development teams simply don’t have. The entry of AI and machine learning in software testing has incredibly advanced the game! By leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and advanced data analytics, AI can process vast amounts of QA data, detect patterns, and provide actionable insights—something that would take human testers numerous weeks to uncover. Positioned at […]

6 minute read What is Angular Website Testing? Angular website testing is the process of verifying that an Angular-based web application functions as expected, meets requirements, and provides a positive user experience without any glitches. It encompasses a variety of testing types, from ensuring individual components work correctly (unit testing) to validating the entire application’s flow and interaction with backend systems (end-to-end testing). Given the dynamic nature of Angular, component-based architecture, and reliance on asynchronous operations, testing Angular applications presents unique challenges that require specialized strategies and tools. Being able to efficiently navigate and overcome these obstacles and challenges requires teams to possess […]

5 minute read The software landscape is a battlefield. Every microsecond matters, and as for user expectations, they keep soaring!  Bugs in software testing have become inevitable. These are the silent assassins. They creep their way into the code invisibly and insidiously. Threatening to derail launches, they completely shatter user trust and cripple your bottom line. How efficiently they are identified, tracked, and resolved has the potential to make or break product delivery timelines.  Research, including a study by the Standish Group, indicates that undetected bugs can significantly impact software projects, causing delays of up to 30% and budget overruns in more than […]