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Are bugs good for users?
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pubDate: 2023-11-30
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permalink: >-
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daily/2023/11/30/are-bugs-good-for-users
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tags:
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- software-development
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- automated-testing
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- test-driven-development
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- static-analysis
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I recently listened to a podcast episode that was discussing if bugs are good for users.
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It suggested that bugs allowed for engagement between you and the user.
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If someone reports a bug, you can tell them when you've fixed it. This encourages communication, and the customer will feel more connected to the product.
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While this may be true, I think that users would prefer applications that just work.
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If your application has major bugs, they may just go elsewhere. Maybe they won't even report the issue to you.
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Major bugs can damage your reputation with your users and potential customers, as well as affect potential sales.
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If you can avoid them to begin with, that's what I'd suggest. That's what tools and processes such as automated testing, test-driven development and static analysis are for.
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When a user reports it (if they do at all), it could be too late.
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