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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 Agile methodologies have taken the software development world by storm, bringing flexibility, speed, and efficiency to teams across industries. According to a report by eSparkbiz, 86% of software companies have adopted agile practices, and many have seen significant improvements in their productivity and creativity. However, as agile development has evolved, so have the challenges that come with it. Agile teams must balance rapid delivery with maintaining code quality, often struggling with technical debt, issue backlogs, and poor prioritization of tasks. The role of bug tracking tools has been crucial in addressing some of these pain points, but as the need […]

8 minute read As DevOps becomes increasingly integral to modern software development, teams are under pressure to deliver quality software faster. In the rush to meet deadlines, bugs, performance issues, and failures often slip through, leading to costly delays and unsatisfied customers. In fact, studies show that defects in production can cost companies up to 30 times more than if they were addressed during earlier development stages. To combat these challenges, integrating test management with DevOps pipelines is essential for achieving continuous quality. It’s no longer enough to simply track bugs or run tests in isolated stages. Effective test management integration within the […]

6 minute read Software testing has evolved far beyond bug-hunting. Today, it is about designing predictable, repeatable, and intelligent QA processes that scale, even for small teams. Whether you are a new QA hire, a freelancer, or running a lean testing setup, you’ve probably realized that keeping things “organized” often feels harder than the testing itself. While it can feel like a herculean feat, we’re here to tell you that all you need is a modern test management tool to help you with these woes. Instead of juggling spreadsheets, screenshots, and random Slack messages, test management provides structure, giving you clarity, accountability, and […]

9 minute read Software testing has evolved from a linear, phase-driven function to a dynamic, continuous feedback loop. Yet, many teams still treat the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) as a checklist instead of what it truly is – the engine of continuous quality. But the real challenge is that most teams operate with fragmented tools, unclear ownership, and test data buried in spreadsheets or chat threads. This results in debugging chaos, delayed releases, and frustrated QA teams. Modern test management helps right within this context, not as another dashboard but as the connective tissue that binds every phase of the STLC together, […]

6 minute read Software projects rarely fail because of bad ideas. They fail because of unclear processes, poor visibility, and preventable bugs that slip through the cracks. For project managers, the challenge extends well beyond just getting the code shipped, and includes ensuring every release meets business goals, passes QA confidence checks, and lands without costly post-release surprises. This is where test management makes a world of difference, working as the very heartbeat of a successful, predictable delivery cycle. When done right, test management helps teams balance speed and quality, keeps teams aligned, and stays ahead of risks. What Is Test Management (and […]

7 minute read The software testing landscape in 2025 looks nothing like it did even two years ago.As release cycles shorten and AI-driven development accelerates, testing is no longer a back-office process. It has become a crucial strategic differentiator. But the biggest catalyst for this shift is generative AI. From automatically generating test cases to identifying unseen defect patterns, generative AI models are rewriting the rules of QA. Testing is no longer about catching bugs after they happen. Testing is not all about anticipating them before they happen. Welcome to the Generate-and-Test era of AI – where machine intelligence does not simply assist […]

7 minute read Software testing goes beyond finding bugs and focuses on managing what happens after those bugs disrupt your test cycles, releases, or user experience. In other words, it is about handling incidents. Every QA team, at some point, has faced a late-night alert, a failing build, or an unexpected production issue. What separates a reactive team from a proactive one is anything but luck. It is how well they manage incidents in testing. In this guide, we’ll break down what an incident in software testing really means, how to write a strong test incident report, and how to manage incidents effectively, […]

6 minute read Software testing has always walked the line between speed and precision. But as development teams ship faster, test cycles are struggling to keep up. The traditional model, where every automation script had to be coded, reviewed, and maintained, just doesn’t work anymore. That’s why codeless automation testing tools have gained significant momentum. These tools claim to democratize testing: no coding, faster setup, and easier adoption. The idea sounds irresistible, especially when deadlines tighten, QA bandwidth shrinks, and product teams push for instant feedback. And the numbers don’t paint a different picutre. The global codeless testing market, valued at $8.5 billion […]

6 minute read Software testing has always walked the line between speed and precision. But as development teams ship faster, test cycles are struggling to keep up. The traditional model, where every automation script had to be coded, reviewed, and maintained, just doesn’t work anymore. That’s why codeless automation testing tools have gained significant momentum. These tools claim to democratize testing: no coding, faster setup, and easier adoption. The idea sounds irresistible, especially when deadlines tighten, QA bandwidth shrinks, and product teams push for instant feedback. And the numbers don’t paint a different picutre. The global codeless testing market, valued at $8.5 billion […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 Agile methodologies have taken the software development world by storm, bringing flexibility, speed, and efficiency to teams across industries. According to a report by eSparkbiz, 86% of software companies have adopted agile practices, and many have seen significant improvements in their productivity and creativity. However, as agile development has evolved, so have the challenges that come with it. Agile teams must balance rapid delivery with maintaining code quality, often struggling with technical debt, issue backlogs, and poor prioritization of tasks. The role of bug tracking tools has been crucial in addressing some of these pain points, but as the need […]

8 minute read As DevOps becomes increasingly integral to modern software development, teams are under pressure to deliver quality software faster. In the rush to meet deadlines, bugs, performance issues, and failures often slip through, leading to costly delays and unsatisfied customers. In fact, studies show that defects in production can cost companies up to 30 times more than if they were addressed during earlier development stages. To combat these challenges, integrating test management with DevOps pipelines is essential for achieving continuous quality. It’s no longer enough to simply track bugs or run tests in isolated stages. Effective test management integration within the […]

8 minute read Testing Angular applications is never simple. Between dynamic components, asynchronous operations, and complex state management, front-end testing becomes a complex, time-consuming, and often error-prone process. Yet, for Angular apps to meet user expectations and maintain high-quality standards, effective front-end testing tools and strategies are essential. In this blog, we’ll explore the top challenges of testing Angular apps and how modern test management can streamline these testing processes with Bugasura, a free, powerful test management platform designed to eliminate chaos and bring efficiency back into your QA workflow. Why is Angular Testing So Complex? Angular testing presents significant challenges due to […]

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? […]