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Level Up Your Testing Game: Master Code, Not Just Soft Skills

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From Soft Skills to Hard Skills: A Call to Action for Software Testers Software testers often take pride in their “soft skills” – excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a knack for critical thinking. These skills are undoubtedly important, but they are no longer enough. In an increasingly complex and technology-driven world, software testers need to […]

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Rethinking ROI: Why We Should Stop Asking About the Return on Investment in Software Testing

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As a seasoned software engineer, one question that I encounter quite often is, “What is the ROI of investing in testing?” While this question seems to be a reasonable one on the surface, delving deeper into the complexities of software development and testing reveals that it may not be the right question to ask. Let’s

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Why Your Scrum Board Might Be Killing Your Team’s Productivity

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“Removing the ‘In Test’ column from your Scrum board is not about downplaying the importance of testing. Rather, it’s about integrating software testing more closely into the software development lifecycle, encouraging collaboration, boosting efficiency, and reinforcing the Agile principle of shared responsibility for quality.”

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Unleashing Quality: From Acceptance Criteria to Acceptance Tests Through Example Mapping

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Have you ever found yourself lost in translation, trying to turn acceptance criteria into solid, dependable acceptance tests? You’re not alone. It’s a common struggle for both software testers and developers. But what if there was a method that could make this process more efficient, and even enjoyable? Enter example mapping – a simple yet

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What Is the Right Time to Develop a Test Strategy in a New Software Project?

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A test strategy is a plan that outlines the steps you should take when writing a test. It helps you avoid common mistakes and improve your results. In this article, we will discuss the different types of test strategies and when you should use each one. 1: The Five Types of Test Strategies  automated testing2:

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Why Removing the Test Column from Your Kanban Board Makes Sense

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In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, Agile teams must constantly adapt and innovate to maintain efficiency and deliver value to their customers. One aspect of Agile project management that often goes overlooked is the organization and visualization of work items on the Kanban board. The traditional “In Test” column, used to track items being tested,

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