Most apps fail because of undetected bugs before release. Apps can crash upon starting or have features that do not work as stated. Whatever type of bug it is, the solution is in thorough software testing. The key to standing out in a competitive market offering millions of apps to users to choose from is in minimizing the number of bugs in the software.

Selecting the best defect tracking tools can be a game-changer for any business. A good defect tracking tool will detect bugs efficiently by setting a rigorous software testing process to deliver a bug-free app. 

6 tips for testers to deliver a bug-free app:

1. Detect early

Detect the bug early in the software development lifecycle. The code is fresh in the developer’s mind and therefore easy to fix if testers are continuously testing it. If a bug is deeply embedded in the software, changing it towards the end of the development process will be difficult and wasteful. Testers should conduct unit and functional testing. Acceptance testing will also help in the early spotting of bugs. 

2. Prioritize bugs

Testers should plan the prioritization of bugs carefully. Some critical bugs should be fixed immediately. Other less severe ones can be tackled later in the software development lifecycle. Testers should identify bug severity and assign bug priority. Testers must keep project deadlines in mind when assigning priority to bugs. All bugs should be resolved before the software release time. 

3. Use a tool that supports agile

With a good bug management tool, defect tracking and project management can be bunched together on one platform. Agile projects have lesser bugs than waterfall projects. Nowadays, most apps use agile processes. Bugs in agile are either fixed in the sprint or put in the backlog. Using a bug management tool that supports agile platforms is especially useful to minimize bugs and quicken the defect capturing process.

4. Report in diverse formats

A picture is worth a thousand words. Testers should capture bugs in diverse formats to tap into maximum details such as images and videos. Testers can make bar charts and pie charts to generate more insight into the bug. They should upload them as file attachments to testing and management tools. Testers will save time and not have to explain the defect in too many words.  

5. Record bug History

Bug reports should be saved for all team members to view easily. Testers creating bug reports from scratch will waste time. Bug reports should be saved in one place.

Testers should check for duplicates in the bug logging history. They should remove the duplicates to prevent confusion of repeat tests. This will save testing time.

6. Communicate openly

The testing team must be transparent about the defects, so everyone is in the loop about the progress. Open discussions will minimize errors. Good communication will enable all to know who the test is assigned to and what the test status is. On the other hand, poor communication will lead testers to erroneous assumptions. Code reviews foster communication in the team. Testers should have an unbiased attitude. If testers judge the developers too strongly, it will shift the focus from defect capturing and resolution. 

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Ray Parker is an entrepreneur and tech enthusiast who loves to incorporate new technologies to get more efficient outcomes. When he's not marketing his latest venture, he keeps himself busy in writing technical articles to educate peers and professionals.

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