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‍For almost a decade now, Countly has been extendable through the plugin system. But it also had its cost. In this article, we will explore how it worked before, what the limitations were, and what we did to improve the situation.

Testing software is like putting it through a series of challenges to make sure it’s tough enough for real-world use. Whether we’re testing each piece individually (unit testing) or how they all work together (integration testing), we need to be prepared for different situations. Sometimes, testing is tricky.There are times, when we need to isolate parts of our code from their dependencies.

The most significant relief from performance issues and costly technical liabilities comes from resolving architectural technical debt. This blog post delves into the best strategies to achieve that.

In the dynamic landscape of software development, where agility and precision are paramount, testing reports emerge as a cornerstone for quality assurance, tracking progress, and fostering effective communication among stakeholders. Let's embark on a journey to explore the intricacies of testing reports, unraveling their significance, types, content, and the tools that can elevate your reporting game.

In the past, querying a database required Structured Query Language (SQL) skills, or knowledge of other database query languages, such as Kibana Query Language (KQL). Today, with the emergence of generative AI (GenAI), teams can query their analytic database using natural language — and get plain English results in return. Or, if you prefer to still use SQL, many teams use GenAI for database query optimization, making queries faster and more efficient.

The journey from manual testing to test automation can be daunting, with several potential roadblocks limiting success. Some factors that make this transition challenging include the high upfront costs, limited access to talent, and the need to implement sustainable script maintenance. These factors can be overwhelming and seem at odds with the objective of leveraging automation, which is to relieve pressure from product executives to increase software release velocity, improve efficiency, and cut costs.

Continual is proud to announce that we are now SOC 2 Type 1 compliant and SOC 2 Type 2 in progress. This certification demonstrates our core commitment to your data security and privacy. We expect to make additional announcements around our security certification efforts over the coming months. Beyond third party attestations, Continual is built from the ground up for data security, privacy, and governance at enterprise scale.

Today, e-commerce has become much of the world's preferred way to shop, thanks to its convenience and accessibility. With more shoppers looking at online stores, both small and large businesses alike need to establish their presence in the online marketplace. A key player in this transition is Shopify, a game-changing commerce platform that simplifies building, customizing, growing, and managing an online store.