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Software Testing Analysis and Review conference
The STAREAST software test conference provides opportunities for learning and networking for those in the quality assurance and software test industry. Find exclusive pre-conference interviews with well-known experts, stories, video clips from the co... guide
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Performance testing in the cloud
In this article, SSQ contributor Crystal Bedell looks at three characteristics of cloud-based testing services and describes how performance test vendors are using this model. Feature
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Mobile applications: Testing and monitoring using SaaS solutions
Quality and performance monitoring in the world of mobile devices and mobile applications is an important topic for developers. This story discusses new mobile apps, highlights comments from the companies that offer them and examines the advantages o... Feature
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Adaptation in project management through agile
Project managers often focus on following the test plan versus agile leaders who expect change and are prepared to adapt on the fly, learn how to transition quicly in this chapter from Agile Project Management by Jim Highsmith Book Chapter
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Building a Testing Center of Excellence: A tutorial
In this tutorial, senior test architect David W. Johnson shares winning approaches he's learned from his work on several successful TCoE implementations. Johnson walks you through a TCoE's core concepts and benefits, getting started, key players on t... Learning Guide
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Project management tools and strategies: Other useful resources
Project management blogs, guides, columns, book excerpts and online communities are useful resources for any software PM. Learning Guide
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Project management tools and strategies: Team building and managing basics
Software project management is made easier by tools and strategies. These tips, articles, expert advice columns and book excerpts teach PMs how to use these resources. Learning Guide
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How project management methods can improve software
Software project management takes knowledge, patience, skill and a lot of courage. The articles, tips, definitions and expert advice in this learning guide have been carefully selected to meet the unique needs of software project managers. Learn how ... Learning Guide
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Application performance management tools: A must-have for the cloud
SSQ contributor Crystal Bedell talks to APM experts about considerations for decision makers when evaluating APM tools for their cloud-based applications. News | 01 May 2012
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"Near-shore" expansion of SQS software testing facility in Belfast
Outsourcing testing services to "offshore" sites such as India or China is a popular model for many US or European organizations. However, there's been an increased demand for "near-shore" testing, according to Rob McConnell, SQS Regional Director fo... News | 02 Mar 2011
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Chief software engineer at IBM walks Innovate attendees through the cloud
Grady Booch, one of IBM's head software engineers, forecasts what will happen in the future of cloud computing and reminds Innovate attendees that virtualization is what really pushed cloud computing into the innovation foreground. News | 15 Jun 2010
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QA teams are moving testing to the cloud, conquering internal limitations
Early adopters of virtual application test labs in the cloud say this new approach has made testing much more efficient. A QA manager at Ellie Mae says he finally feels in control of his test lab while another at JetBlue is looking at HP's new LoadRu... Article | 01 Jun 2010
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Testing mobile applications: STAREast speaker suggests crowdsourcing
As mobile application lean closer towards business driving, the importance of test coverage becomes more apparent. See how uTest is using community testing to yield strong results. This community testing commonly called "crowdsourcing" has proven to ... Article | 05 May 2010
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How enhanced Agile skills can make your resume standout
With a large percentage of Americans out of work, the better your resume looks, the better your chances are for getting a job. Boost your employability by ramping up your Agile understanding--learn how in this post. News | 16 Mar 2010
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Information Security pros might be next to join the unemployment line
A poll of 1,000 IT professionals working in application and online security reveals-- many information security pros have unrealistic faith that their careers are running on auto-pilot. News | 16 Mar 2010
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How software testers can get deliverables without nagging
A panel of software and project management experts take on "people management", offering tips and advice on how to avoid nagging while still getting desired results. News | 09 Nov 2009
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How software test teams' people skills affect results
Experts discuss the importance of positive workplace relationships in the software industry and recommend a populace of books which support their axioms and can strengthen your work relationships as well. News | 12 Oct 2009
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Cybersecurity czar candidate questions clout of new position
A former U.S. Congressman, reportedly one of the leading candidates for the White House position of cybersecurity czar, this week questioned whether the new post would have any clout, suggesting that the legislative and bureaucratic issues that lie a... News | 23 Jun 2009
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Ten steps to better application security testing strategies
Address app testing strategy concerns at each stage of the application lifecycle and learn about tools and techniques to boost security. Tip
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SaaS application security: Risks and best practices
Integrating SaaS applications and on-premises applications causes security risks and questions the level of governance. Tip
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Hosting in cloud computing: Using Software as a Service for source code control
Though all development shops will be using source code control (SCC), hosting the repository in the cloud is now an option that should be carefully considered. Tip
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Automating cloud computing services: What decision makers should know
Software consultant Nari Kannan offers decision makers information about challenges in automating the configuration, rollout and management of cloud computing services and discusses popular solutions available today. Tip
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Cloud computing: More power, but at what cost?
In this tip, consultant Catherine Powell provides important questions that should be considered when planning for a transition to cloud computing so that uour organization will be able to get the best bang for the buck out of the cloud. Tip
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Cloud application performance management: Ten insights
Cloud application performance management (CAPM) is ferent from non-cloud application performance management in its nature and deployment. Software consultant Nari Kannan explains CAPM and how to choose the right tools for deploying your solution. Tip
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Ten tests for software applications in the cloud
With the variety of cloud-based software applications that exist today, performing cloud testing is challenging. Software consultant Nari Kannan explains how you can understand these testing challenges systematically and use the appropriate solutions... Tip
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The language of cloud computing
Organizations are increasingly using cloud computing and cloud solutions, which has spawned a new set of terms that correspond directly to the world of cloud computing. Software consultant Nari Kannan explains briefly what cloud computing is all abou... Tip
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Mobility testing: Five challenges and how to address them
Smart phones and other mobility devices continue to grow, as do challenges with mobile testing. This tip addresses each of these challenges with advice on how to best overcome them. Tip
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Smart phones: Implementing a test automation architecture
Test automation of smart phones and other mobile devices has become a necessity. Learn how to best approach test design, test automation and test execution in order to yield the best ROI. Tip
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Maintaining SaaS data security while negotiating with vendors
SaaS applications can cause security concerns. Learn how to reduce the risk of losing data in transit by increasing SaaS data security. Answer
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Understanding mobile, Web and cloud apps and system architecture
While the distinctions between mobile apps, Web apps and cloud apps are important, understanding their relationships to the overall system architecture is what developers really need to focus on. Answer
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Managing requirements for cloud-based applications
In this expert response, Scott Sehlhorst examines the needs of cloud-based applications, explaining the details about updating, security and other considerations. Answer
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Preventing application availability and SaaS issues in the cloud
Application architects and designers must not ignore failure detection and resolution when designing applications for the cloud, according to expert Kevin Parker. In this response, he suggests tips related to SLAs, SaaS features and availability for ... Answer
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Integrating ALM tools to match cloud computing efficiency
Much of the terminology surrounding ALM tools, automation and integration is still being defined and sorted out according to the latest offerings and uses for these technologies. In this response, expert Mike Jones explains what is meant by "ALM auto... Answer
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Explaining software security responsibilities to the staff, QA department and management
One of the largest problems in software security is choosing to look the other way. Even with multiple regulation departments, many managers choose to look the other way on security issues, what can be done? Ask the Expert
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What are the pros and cons of centralizing a QA or software test team?
Is it better to centralize a test team or have testers paired organizationally with developers? There can be advantages to either approach. This expert response examines some considerations and an alternative that will allow your quality team to work... Ask the Expert
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How to get development, QA, security and compliance teams to play nice
One of the great struggles in software development is getting teams to work cooperatively. Application security expert Kevin Beaver offers advice in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Does Microsoft offer an international testing certification?
Learn about international testing certification organizations and where to get more information on software testing and QA certs. Ask the Expert
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Quality standards don't always mean fewer defects
Are low defect rates more important than quality standards? Project management expert David Christiansen discusses when standards shouldn't be enforced and how managers can understand the distinction between quality standards and quality software. Ask the Expert
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accessibility testing
Accessibility testing is a type of systems testing designed to determine whether individuals with disabilities will be able to use the system in question, which could be software, hardware, or some other type of system. Definition
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static testing
Static testing is a software testing method that involves examination of the program's code and its associated documentation but does not require the program be executed. Definition
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Podcast: Matt Heusser explains conference attendance teams
"No one should attend STAREast alone," says Matt Heusser, who is one of the founders behind the tester/developer group formation known as "the Rebel Alliance". "The Rebel Alliance" is a team of STAREast bound testers and developers who will attend th... Podcast
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Ten steps to better application security testing strategies
Address app testing strategy concerns at each stage of the application lifecycle and learn about tools and techniques to boost security. Tip
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accessibility testing
Accessibility testing is a type of systems testing designed to determine whether individuals with disabilities will be able to use the system in question, which could be software, hardware, or some other type of system. Definition
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static testing
Static testing is a software testing method that involves examination of the program's code and its associated documentation but does not require the program be executed. Definition
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Maintaining SaaS data security while negotiating with vendors
SaaS applications can cause security concerns. Learn how to reduce the risk of losing data in transit by increasing SaaS data security. Answer
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SaaS application security: Risks and best practices
Integrating SaaS applications and on-premises applications causes security risks and questions the level of governance. Tip
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Understanding mobile, Web and cloud apps and system architecture
While the distinctions between mobile apps, Web apps and cloud apps are important, understanding their relationships to the overall system architecture is what developers really need to focus on. Answer
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Application performance management tools: A must-have for the cloud
SSQ contributor Crystal Bedell talks to APM experts about considerations for decision makers when evaluating APM tools for their cloud-based applications. News
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Software Testing Analysis and Review conference
The STAREAST software test conference provides opportunities for learning and networking for those in the quality assurance and software test industry. Find exclusive pre-conference interviews with well-known experts, stories, video clips from the co... guide
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Hosting in cloud computing: Using Software as a Service for source code control
Though all development shops will be using source code control (SCC), hosting the repository in the cloud is now an option that should be carefully considered. Tip
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Automating cloud computing services: What decision makers should know
Software consultant Nari Kannan offers decision makers information about challenges in automating the configuration, rollout and management of cloud computing services and discusses popular solutions available today. Tip
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