Guides and Tutorials

The documents and decisions that make a software project succeed usually happen before the first line of code. This section covers how to write requirements, how to estimate, how to test, how to choose an architecture, and how to select a vendor, with templates you can download and use on your own project.

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How to Write a Software Requirements Document (SRS Template)

How to Write a Software Requirements Document (SRS Template)

Free SRS document template with section-by-section examples: scope, user roles, functional and non-functional requirements, and acceptance criteria.

15 min read
Software Testing Types: Complete Guide

Software Testing Types: Complete Guide

Types of software testing explained: the four levels, functional vs non-functional, black box vs white box, 22 types in one table, and how to build a testing strategy that fits your project.

18 min read
How to Write a Product Requirements Document (PRD) [Template]

How to Write a Product Requirements Document (PRD) [Template]

A practical guide to writing a Product Requirements Document (PRD) in 2026. Includes a ready-to-use PRD template, section-by-section writing instructions, real examples, common mistakes to avoid, and tips for non-technical founders communicating requirements to developers.

16 min read
Software Project Estimation Guide

Software Project Estimation Guide

Master software project estimation with proven techniques like story points, T-shirt sizing, and 3-point estimation. Learn how to avoid pitfalls, communicate with clients, and deliver projects on time and budget.

16 min read
Software Vendor Selection Checklist [2026 Template]

Software Vendor Selection Checklist [2026 Template]

A ready-to-use checklist for evaluating and selecting software development vendors in 2026. Covers technical evaluation, portfolio review, communication assessment, pricing analysis, contract negotiation, and red flags to watch for - tailored for Indian businesses.

16 min read
Software Architecture Patterns Guide

Software Architecture Patterns Guide

A practical guide to software architecture patterns in 2026. Covers MVC, MVVM, Clean Architecture, Hexagonal, Event-Driven, Layered, Microservices, and Domain-Driven Design - with comparison tables, when to use each, and real-world examples.

18 min read

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What Is Docker Compose? A Practical Guide for Small Teams

What Is Docker Compose? A Practical Guide for Small Teams

Docker Compose runs a multi-container app from one YAML file. See how it differs from a Dockerfile and orchestrators, then decide when to use it.

9 min read
GST IMS Explained for SMEs: Accept, Reject, Pending

GST IMS Explained for SMEs: Accept, Reject, Pending

GST IMS decides your input tax credit. Learn what accept, reject and pending do, how credit notes work and set up a monthly IMS routine.

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How to Sell on ONDC in 2026: Seller App, Catalog and Inventory Sync

How to Sell on ONDC in 2026: Seller App, Catalog and Inventory Sync

How to register as an ONDC seller in 2026: roles on the network, documents, catalog upload and inventory sync with your billing software. Start selling.

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BRD vs PRD vs SRS: Differences, Templates and When You Need Each

BRD vs PRD vs SRS: Differences, Templates and When You Need Each

BRD vs PRD vs SRS explained: what each document covers, who writes it, section templates, an AI feature PRD example and how to pick the right one.

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How to Connect Your Scrum Workflow to Git, CI/CD and Releases

How to Connect Your Scrum Workflow to Git, CI/CD and Releases

Link Scrum to your dev tools with ticket-ID branches, commit rules, PR templates, CI checks, webhooks and release notes generated from merged PRs.

8 min read
DevSecOps Guide: Secure Software Development in 2026

DevSecOps Guide: Secure Software Development in 2026

Complete guide to DevSecOps - integrating security into every stage of software development. Tools, practices, and implementation strategies.

14 min read
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Complete Guide

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in 2026. Covers all 7 SDLC phases, major models (Waterfall, Agile, Spiral, V-Model, DevOps), how to choose the right model, real-world examples, and best practices for Indian software teams.

18 min read