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With increasing user expectations and changing technologies, companies are under immense pressure to deliver seamless digital experiences. From web applications to mobile solutions, every digital product must be secure, efficient, and user-friendly. This is where Digital Assurance comes into play ensuring the quality, security, and performance of digital solutions.  Top…

Companies must deliver high-quality software rapidly and efficiently. Traditional development and operations slow down deployments and increase risks. This is where advanced DevOps strategies come into play. By integrating Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), GitOps, and observability, organizations can accelerate software delivery while maintaining reliability and security. …

As businesses increasingly use cloud-native technologies like microservices, containers, and serverless architectures, the complexity of these systems grows rapidly. Traditional testing methods may face difficulties in resolving the unique challenges of cloud-native environments.  This is where Digital Assurance comes in, offering a holistic approach to quality, security, and performance across the entire…

In software development, two practices have achieved immense attention GitOps and DevOps. While both aim to streamline the development of lifecycle and enhance collaboration between development and operations teams, they take distinct approaches to achieving these goals. Understanding the differences and learning how to implement them effectively can make all…

In software development, speed and innovation are paramount. However, this rapid pace often leads to overlooking one critical aspect, security. DevOps, which integrates development and operations, has revolutionized how we build and deploy software. But with the growing complexity of systems, security has become a major concern. This is where…

Automation has become a major necessity in today’s development landscape, it’s no longer a luxury. Enter AI-powered test automation, which promises to revolutionize how testing is approached. With AI and machine learning advancements, test automation is moving beyond scripted tests to intelligent, adaptive systems that learn and improve over time…

In the world of healthcare, efficiency is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity. From managing patient records to processing insurance claims, the industry handles an overwhelming volume of repetitive tasks daily. Robotic Process Automation (RPA), the silent revolution that is reshaping modern healthcare systems.  The Role of RPA in…

Coding has always been a blend of art and logic, requiring hours of debugging and research. But what if there was a way to reduce the grind without sacrificing quality? Enter GitHub Copilot, the AI-powered coding assistant that’s reshaping how developers approach their work. GitHub Copilot’s ability to auto-generate relevant…

Businesses are under constant pressure to innovate, adapt, and deliver faster than ever before. Yet, many struggle to bridge the gap between development and operations, preventing their ability to fully embrace digital transformation. Enter DevOps, a game changing approach that not only accelerates software delivery but also fosters collaboration, innovation…

A well implemented CI/CD pipeline ensures faster deployment, better quality software, and seamless user experience. However, building a successful pipeline requires careful planning, execution, and adherence to best practices.   Here are the best practices for a Successful CI/CD Pipeline  1. Automate Everything  Automation is the cornerstone of CI/CD. From code…

Digital assurance provides a comprehensive set of processes and practices aimed at validating the functionality, performance, security, and usability of digital applications and platforms. It extends beyond traditional quality assurance by addressing the complexities introduced by modern technologies, including cloud computing, mobile platforms, and the Internet of Things (IoT).  Key…

As we navigate through 2025, GitHub continues to be a cornerstone in the software development ecosystem, offering tools and services that enhance productivity, collaboration, and code quality. Here are some of the top GitHub tools you should be familiar with this year: Top GitHub Tools 1. GitHub Copilot: AI-Powered Development…

DevOps has become a breakthrough for businesses aiming to streamline software delivery, enhance collaboration, and improve efficiency. By automating and optimizing processes, DevOps solutions offer a lot of benefits that can significantly improve the software development lifecycle.   Here’s why implementing DevOps is best for modern businesses.  1. Faster Time to…

Canarys Migration Hub represents a breakthrough in DevOps tools’ migration technology, offering organizations a robust platform to plan, execute, and manage their migration journeys. Whether you’re moving from on-premises DevOps tools to cloud or between 2 DevOps platforms, our solution ensures a smooth transition while maintaining business continuity. Key Features…

To modify the workflows in a Project you need to have Admin permission. To assign a workflow to project, go to the project settings where you want to add the workflow. Under project settings, you will see workflows and once you click on workflows. You will see Add Workflow option…

To create custom workflows in Jira you need to have Administrator permissions. Over the Jira home screen, you need to click over the cog wheel and look for Issues as shown below. Once you click over Issues, you will be redirect to below screen. On the lefthand side of the…

Blockchain technology is transforming with its decentralized and secure framework. However, its challenges demand precise testing to ensure functionality, performance, and security. Blockchain testing focuses on evaluating smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and network reliability, ensuring seamless integration and operation.  Key Areas of Blockchain Testing  Functional Testing: Verifies smart contracts and…

DevOps remains at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency in software development and IT operations. 2025 will bring transformative changes to the world of DevOps, with new trends shaping how organizations approach development, deployment, and delivery.   Let’s dive into the best DevOps trends in 2025   1. AI-Driven Automation  One…

To create SLAs in Jira Service Management, you need to be a Project Admin. Firstly, go to the Project where you want to setup SLAs and click over Project Settings as shown below. Under project settings, locate Request Management. Under request management you will see SLAs. Once you click over…

DevOps integrate development and operations teams to streamline software delivery. Here are essential tools, technologies, and practices to enhance efficiency. Canarys DevOps Tools & Turnkey Solutions DevOpSmartBoard A comprehensive, all-in-one dashboard for Azure DevOps, DevOpSmartBoard provides critical metrics at both the organizational and project levels, enabling streamlined monitoring and analysis…

Comparison as individual tools  Azure DevOps Jira Azure DevOps is a Microsoft product that provides end-to-end application management from planning till deployment everything can be done under one tool  Jira is a Atlassian product which is a powerful project management tool Key features include Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test plans, Artifacts Key features include Project Management…

We are excited to share some thrilling news: Canarys Automations has been awarded the prestigious GitHub Channel Partner APAC Region of the Year 2024! This accolade reflects our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation within the GitHub ecosystem and highlights our commitment to empowering developers and organizations across the Asia-Pacific region…

Atlassian Open DevOps A collection of integrated tools from Atlassian called Atlassian Open DevOps is intended to help teams with their DevOps procedures. By providing seamless integration of multiple tools and services, from planning and coding to deployment and operations, it streamlines the DevOps process. The main objectives are to…

Jira Service Management Plans in Detailed 1. Free Plan Target Audience: Small teams or individuals just getting started. Users: Up to 3 agents (the people who can manage service requests). Key Features: Customer Requests: Unlimited customer requests (customers can submit tickets without limits). SLA Management: Not available. Incident Management: Basic…

Introduction Azure DevOps is a platform where collaboration, efficiency, and innovation converge to streamline software development processes. At the heart of this powerful platform lies the concept of users, the driving force behind every successful project. An azure DevOps organization is comprised of many individuals called users, each contributing their…

To setup SLAs in Jira Service Management, you need to have a project administrator role. The SLAs are setup at the project level, in-order to configure the SLAs you need to navigate to the project settings. Once you click over the project settings, you will see the SLAs by scrolling…

Canarys is proud to announce that we have achieved the Advanced Specialization in DevOps with GitHub on Microsoft Azure. This recognition highlights our commitment to excellence in delivering innovative DevOps solutions using Microsoft’s cloud platform and GitHub tools. This specialization is awarded to partners who demonstrate deep expertise and proven…

In this blog I am going to showcase you on how to setup knowledge base in Jira Service Management. Knowledge base articles are nothing but Confluence pages, we need to link the confluence space to JSM for the setup. Please note that we will be able to set this up…

In this blog i will showcase how to export confluence pages and spaces into Word or PDF Firstly we will see how to export pages To export a page into Word or PDF you need to click over the more actions on the top right corner of the page. Under…