Why Ignoring Bugs Will Ruin Your Product?
Bugs tend to congregate.
When you discover a bug in a function, it is wise to conduct an exhaustive test of that function. You will likely find that the bug was not alone.
The accumulation of bugs leads to a loss of trust from customers.
The Zero Bug Policy establishes a framework to minimize the bugs users report.
All bugs are critical issues that impact the quality of service provided. Ignoring even a single bug can result in a negative experience for many customers.
Maintaining a bug-free codebase ensures the delivery of high-quality products to customers. When there are no visible bugs in a system, every new feature adds value for users.
When bugs in a system are not resolved, it increases the likelihood of future issues.
The accumulation of bugs also makes it more challenging to predict the development of new features. Moreover, unresolved bugs create an uncertain environment, leading to poorer service quality.
As applications are updated, bugs can quickly become outdated.
The steps to reproduce the issue may no longer be relevant, functionality may change, and the bug's impact may lessen over time.
Here is a workflow for refactoring code using Ruby as an example. This process supports all actions and requires you to remember the steps.
By using refactoring, you can improve the structure of your Ruby application.
- First, identify the code smell that is most relevant to your needs. A tool like Reek can help with this. Reek identifies code smells and assigns a score based on their complexity. If the score is greater than 10, it is considered problematic.
- Apply a suitable refactoring recipe for that code smell until the code adheres to the Open/Closed Principle.
To determine if the code is open for new requirements, ask yourself if you can implement the change.
If the answer is yes, stop and make the change. If the answer is no, continue repeating the steps. Remember that the tool may not identify some code smells, but it can assist in pinpointing duplication.
Apply as many recipes as possible to the code smells identified by Reek.
Making changes can be straightforward if you trust the process and follow the recipes. Yet, it can be challenging in practice because people often dive into the code and start making changes without following a plan.
Keeping the refactoring recipes visible throughout the day can ease this process. It can also improve the code structure and facilitate collaboration.
If left unaddressed, bugs can disrupt the development process and delay the project. Thus, fixing bugs is a priority to ensure a smooth and efficient development workflow.
