Shifting Left: Building Security into Code from Day One

Introduction The modern software development landscape is more fast-paced than ever before, but speed can come at the cost of security. A 2023 study found that 90% of security breaches could have been prevented if vulnerabilities had been caught earlier in the development cycle. This is where “Shift-Left Security” becomes crucial. By integrating security from […]

Introduction to PRINCE2: A Structured Approach to Project Management

In the fast-paced world of project management, having a structured approach is key to delivering successful outcomes. PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) is one of the most widely used project management methodologies globally. Developed by the UK government, PRINCE2 offers a process-driven approach, providing a well-defined framework that can be customized to suit different project […]

Demystifying API Data Fetching: My Journey with Postman, Endpoints, Rate Limits, and Pagination

As a Business Analyst, understanding technical concepts can significantly enhance your ability to bridge the gap between business needs and IT solutions. APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are a prime example. They play a crucial role in enabling different software systems to communicate, making them fundamental for integrating applications and automating workflows. Recently, I explored how to fetch […]

The Importance of Wireframing in UI/UX Design

Wireframing is an essential step in the UI/UX design process, serving as a visual guide that represents the skeletal framework of a website or application. While it may appear as a simple, low-fidelity outline, wireframing plays a crucial role in shaping the final product, ensuring that both form and function are aligned with user needs […]

AI at Work: A BA/PM’s Guide to Getting Things Done Faster

Don’t Fear AI, Learn It I recently came across an article about how, back in 1988, school teachers were protesting against the use of calculators in classrooms. Fast forward to today, and schools rely on both calculators and computers for daily work. It reminds me of how many people are now rejecting AI, with some […]

AI-Driven Test Prioritization – a Game Changer in Software Testing

In today’s fast-moving world of software development, it’s important to ensure that applications are both functional and reliable. This is where software testing plays a crucial role. However, as applications become more complex, the number of test cases increases, which can overwhelm testing teams, leading to delays and bottlenecks in the development cycle. That’s where […]

Observability Using the Grafana Stack: A Comprehensive Overview

In today’s fast-paced digital world, systems have become increasingly complex, consisting of microservices, distributed applications, and cloud-native environments. Keeping these systems performant, reliable, and scalable requires not just monitoring, but something more robust: Observability. This article will introduce you to observability and how the Grafana Stack provides a complete solution for it. We’ll dive into […]

Cloud-based quality assurance (QA)

Cloud-based quality assurance (QA) is increasingly replacing traditional on-premises QA due to its ability to save time and costs, streamline testing processes, and provide access to a broader range of devices. What is Cloud-based Testing? Cloud-based testing is a QA method that uses cloud-based tools to simulate real-world user activity and environments, helping to test […]

Accessibility in UX: Designing for Color-Blind Users

Creating an inclusive user experience (UX) is essential for ensuring that digital products are accessible to everyone, including those with color blindness. Approximately 8% of men and 0.5% of women worldwide have some form of color vision deficiency, which means that relying solely on color to convey information can hinder their ability to navigate and […]

Streamline Your Automation Testing with GitHub Actions

Automation is key to maintaining quality and efficiency in today’s fast-paced development environment. An effective way to automate the testing procedures inside your CI/CD pipeline is with GitHub Actions. Here’s how to use GitHub Actions to expedite your automation testing: Why GitHub Actions? a GitHub Actions allows you to automate workflows based on various triggers, […]