In my experience, the following has been very usefull: Prioritize Critical Bugs: Focus on fixing high-impact bugs first to meet deadlines while deferring minor issues. Continuous Testing: Implement automated tests to catch bugs early, reducing last-minute delays. Time Management: Always allocate time for bug fixing in the project plan, ensuring you have room to address issues without falling behind.

To prevent last-minute defects that may delay project deadlines, follow these practices: 1. Implement a shift-left approach with better unit test coverage. 2. Set clear KPIs for each sprint, including unit test and automation coverage percentages, and ensure no high-severity defects spill over. 3. Assign ownership for each module. Testers should regularly review automation execution reports in the CI/CD pipeline, addressing flaky tests or logging bugs. 4. Set milestones for each story. Developers should commit during sprint planning to deliver builds on time, not at the sprint’s end. 5. Add an impact assessment for each story, ensuring developers and testers collaborate to assess the code’s impact.

To meet project deadlines: 1. Prioritize bugs based on impact. 2. Allocate sufficient time for fixes. 3. Ensure critical issues are addressed promptly. 4. Automate regression test cases (which are repeating) 5. Continuous testing. 6. Clear communication with stakeholders is crucial.

Struggling to meet project deadlines due to bugs can be challenging, but it’s crucial to stay focused and organized. Prioritize bugs based on severity and impact, ensuring that critical issues are addressed first. Communicate clearly with stakeholders about the delays, providing realistic timelines and detailing the steps taken to resolve the issues. Delegate tasks within the team to manage workload efficiently and collaborate closely to ensure quicker resolution. Automate repetitive tasks to save time and maintain continuous testing. Finally, document learnings to prevent similar setbacks in future projects.