Workflow Templates: Bug Tracking and Resolution Checklist

Ensure the issue is reproducible consistently or under specific conditions.

Document the steps to reproduce the bug, including screenshots or screen recordings if applicable.

Classify the bug according to severity and priority for resolution.

Create a detailed bug report in the bug tracking system, including all relevant information from the identification phase.

Assign the bug to the appropriate team or individual based on the area of the codebase affected.

Set a realistic deadline for the resolution based on the bug's priority and severity.

Review the reported bug to assess accuracy, completeness, and validity.

Determine if the bug is a duplicate, and if so, link it to the existing issue and update the report accordingly.

Prioritize the bug for fixing, taking into account the severity, impact on users, and development resources available.

Assign a developer or a team to address the bug and provide a fix according to the established timeline.

Implement the fix and verify it locally and in a staging environment to ensure the bug is resolved without introducing new issues.

Update the bug report with information about the fix and the version of the codebase it will be or has been released in.

Conduct thorough testing of the fixed issue across different environments and use cases.

Confirm that the bug has been resolved and that no related functionality has been adversely affected.

Sign off on the bug fix and close the bug report after ensuring all criteria for resolution have been met.

Merge the fix into the main codebase and deploy it to production.

Inform stakeholders and users who reported the bug that it has been resolved.

Conduct a retrospective to identify lessons learned and potential process improvements to prevent similar bugs in the future.

Bug Tracking and Resolution Checklist