BugRaptors CEO Yashu Kapila Wins HerRising Award 2024

BugRaptors, a prominent software testing company, is pleased to announce that its CEO, Yashu Kapila, has been awarded the highly respected HerRising Award 2024 in the "Women in Tech/Product" category. This award, granted by JobsForHer, acknowledges Yashu's remarkable leadership, persistent dedication to innovation, and major contributions to the software testing business, notably in the area of security testing services. 

The HerRising Awards recognize women from diverse professions in India who have not only reached significant professional milestones but have inspired others along the way. Yashu's selection for this award recognizes both her significant contributions to software testing and her commitment to creating an open and welcoming environment for women in technology.  

Yashu Kapila commented, "Receiving the HerRising Award is a tremendous honor. This recognition would not be possible without my BugRaptors team; their commitment to all of our projects has played a significant role in our continued success. I am especially motivated by the growing acknowledgment of women in technology, and I hope that this success motivates many more women to pursue their careers in this industry. I'm delighted to use this platform to promote diversity and creativity in the technology sector." 

Yashu's journey to this achievement has been distinguished by extraordinary accomplishments and a drive to expanding the area of software testing. With seventeen years of experience in the industry, she has consistently led the adoption of cutting-edge technology and encouraged innovation, including the development of innovative tools like BugBot. 

Key highlights of Yashu's contributions include: 

• Pioneering Automation in Software Testing: Yashu has been a key player in pushing automation frameworks and tools adoption, which has greatly improved the efficacy and efficiency of software testing procedures. Among other things, this involves creating BugBot, an automated testing tool that streamlines tedious operations and more precisely detects any flaws. 

• Embracing QAOps: Yashu, who has led BugRaptors in applying QAOps approaches, has recognized the significance of integrating quality assurance with software development operations. This has facilitated smooth communication and accelerated delivery cycles. 

• Championing Shift-Left Testing: Yashu has long advocated for moving testing earlier in the software development process, which allows for early problem identification and lowers total development costs. This method is especially important for ensuring that comprehensive security testing services are included from the beginning of development. 

• Integrating AI Solutions: Understanding the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, Yashu has spearheaded the integration of AI-powered tools and solutions, such as BugBot, into BugRaptors' testing processes, further optimizing efficiency and accuracy. 

Yashu's leadership at BugRaptors is focused not only on technical skill, but also on establishing an inclusive and diverse culture. She has created an environment in which everyone feels cherished and encouraged to give their all. Her efforts have resulted in women occupying a large number of senior positions at BugRaptors, demonstrating her dedication to creating opportunities for women in technology. 

Yashu's commitment to excellence has been highly acknowledged, as indicated by the numerous outstanding prizes and nominations she has earned. These distinctions are a tribute to her great leadership and unique approach to software testing, and we can all be proud of her achievements: 

• Indian Achievers' Award for CEO of the Year 2023: Acknowledging her exceptional leadership and creative software testing technique. 

• WIT Summit Awards Asia 2023 Finalist: Her dynamic leadership and contributions to changing the direction of technology have earned her a spot on the shortlist. 

• Women in IT Awards Asia Top 10 Nominee (2021 & 2022): Highlighting her significant influence among corporate executives worldwide. 

BugRaptors wholeheartedly celebrates Yashu Kapila's well-deserved achievement and wishes her continued success as she takes this software testing company to new heights. Her success inspires women aiming to technical leadership roles and underscores BugRaptors' commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters creativity.