Thursday, July 18, 2024

Show me what you include in bug report

 Structure and Key Fields:

  • Start by mentioning the core structure of a bug report in Jira. Briefly explain that Jira allows customizing fields, but there are general areas you'd always cover:
    • Summary: A concise description of the bug (e.g., "Login functionality fails for users with special characters in usernames").
    • Description: A detailed explanation of the bug, including steps to reproduce (ideally with screenshots or a screen recording).
    • Priority: Indicate the bug's severity (critical, high, medium, low) based on its impact.
    • Assignee: Assign the bug to the relevant developer for fixing.
    • Labels: Add relevant labels for easier tracking and categorization (e.g., "login issue," "regression").
    • ID
    • Who raised the bug
    • who is assigned to
    • Affected Version
    • Platform
    • Planned fix version

Additional Details for Effective Reporting:

  • Highlight the importance of adding additional details to enhance the report's clarity. This could include:
    • Expected Result: Describe what the functionality should do according to specifications.
    • Actual Result: Explain what happens instead, showcasing the bug.
    • System Information: Specify the OS, browser version, and application version where the bug occurred.
    • Reproducibility: Mention how often the bug can be reproduced (always, sometimes, random).
    • Regression: If applicable, indicate if the bug appeared after a recent update.

Tailoring Reports based on Context:

  • Briefly mention that you might adjust the report based on the specific bug and project needs. For instance, you might add fields for impacted user groups or external references.

Example:

  • Briefly provide an example to illustrate your points. "For instance, I recently reported a bug where the search function wasn't working as expected. The report included a clear summary, steps to reproduce with screenshots, and assigned it to the search functionality developer."

Emphasize Collaboration:

  • Briefly mention that Jira facilitates communication by allowing developers to comment, ask clarifying questions, and update the report's status throughout the fixing process.

By following this approach, you'll showcase your understanding of Jira's functionalities for effective bug reporting, along with your ability to tailor reports for specific situations. This demonstrates strong problem-solving and communication skills, valuable assets for any QA professional.

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