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What does "bugfix" mean in programming?
bugfix is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A code change that corrects a defect or unintended behavior in the software. Bugfixes are typically developed on a dedicated branch (e.g. bugfix/login-crash) and merged via a pull request after review. A hotfix is an urgent bugfix applied directly to production.
Example
"I opened a bugfix branch to address the login crash reported by users this morning."
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