Smoke testing plays an indispensable role in ensuring the stability and functionality of software builds early in the testing process. By checking whether the critical paths of an application work as expected, teams can catch major issues before proceeding with more extensive testing. Whether you’re testing a web app, mobile app, or API, smoke testing helps save time and resources, providing valuable feedback for developers and testers alike. https://testomat.io/blog/what-is-smoke-testing-in-examples-and-when-is-it-done/