Process and practice for Hotfix or Critical build
Hotfix is a term used for a Critical Fix that must be deployed on production to fix the issue impacting the client business. Typically, this is a single error fix that is deployed to fix an important business scenario. In the real world, we know that a 100% bug-free system is a myth and there is some or the other edge case or condition which gets missed due to tight deadlines or unclear requirements. In such cases when a major issue occurs at the production level, a hotfix must require a focused and efficient testing approach due to their time-sensitive nature. It must be deployed to solve that specific issue. Testing a hotfix build requires a focused and efficient approach to ensure that the fix addresses the issue without introducing new bugs or regressions. Here's a process and best practices for the QA team to follow: Preparation (Planning Phase): Analyze the Hotfix: Gather information about the specific issue addressed and the implemented fix. The Dev & QA Team verify wh...