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Software developer career advice: How to make cross-industry moves
In a tight talent market, a software developer career can make cross-industry move -- even though employers prefer domain-specific expertise. Here's how. Feature
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APM in ALM: Keeping competitive by building the right apps
A wise step for many software development companies is to get a handle on the many applications in use and better plan and manage application and project portfolios. Feature
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Using DevOps approaches for pre-release and production software quality
Consultants explore DevOps strategies that may facilitate team collaboration and consistent software quality. Feature
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Determining the cloud model that best meets your business requirements
Even though businesses of all sizes have begun considering cloud adoption for their QA environments, a common challenge is understanding the different aspects of cloud that would aid in choosing the right cloud deployment model. In this third of a th... Feature
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The benefits of adopting the cloud in quality assurance environments
In the second of this three-part series, we provide insights that aid senior managers in understanding why QA environments are the best place to begin their cloud adoption journey. Feature
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Cloud computing: Addressing software QA environment issues
This first part in a three-part series goes over the challenges faced in traditional QA environments and how those are addressed with a cloud solution. Feature
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What upper management should know about managing software testing processes
Contributor Crystal Bedell interviews experts about how test managers can keep senior managers informed of the value and quality their team adds to the organization. Feature
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Quality metrics: A guide to measuring software quality
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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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Software quality best practices
We recently offered our readers the opportunity to blog about software quality and software testing. We've gathered a selection of content from their blogs on software quality best practices. Blog
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Leadership development: Traits of top test managers
Leadership development advice for test managers: Break rules, question conventional wisdom, develop self-awareness, and keep your ego in check. Quality Time | 16 Apr 2013
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Agile, cloud and DevOps targets for HP ALM suite updates
Tools like HP ALM, HP Performance Center and Git aid QA and development teams in producing quality software on a continuous basis. News | 25 Jun 2012
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James Whittaker and other test leaders reveal Google’s approach to testing software
Test leaders will benefit by learning the concepts, processes and secrets of success in quality assurance at Google. News | 24 May 2012
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Quality assurance vs. testing the focus of Belgium Testing Days
Lisa Crispin continues with summaries of the keynote and many of the sessions at Belgium Testing Days. The theme of the conference was “QA versus Testing: Antagonism or Symbiosis?” News | 30 Apr 2012
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Belgium Testing Days conference: The purpose of software testing
“QA versus Testing: Antagonism or Symbiosis?” was the theme for the Belgium Testing Days conference. SSQ’s Agile expert Lisa Crispin attended the conference and brings back highlights in this two-part series. News | 30 Apr 2012
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Building a quality organization with talent management
At STAREAST 2012, keynote speaker Keith Klain spoke about his success in leading cultural change by emphasizing leadership skills, talent management and empowerment. News | 19 Apr 2012
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Software development: CAST study identifies massive technical debt
A recent study conducted by CAST used their Application Intelligence Platform to evaluate the structural quality of 365 million lines of code. In this interview with CAST’s chief scientist Dr. Bill Curtis, he discusses the study and what IT decision ... News | 09 Jan 2012
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Collaboration, discipline and software quality: Wisdom from Uncle Bob Martin
In this second of a two-part interview with renowned software development expert “Uncle Bob” Martin, we hear more of his thoughts on collaboration, discipline and measuring quality. News | 03 Jan 2012
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Professionalism and discipline in software development: Q&A with Bob Martin
What is the role of QA when developers are automating more and more of the test efforts? What’s the best way to give code estimates? Software guru “Uncle Bob” Martin answers these questions in this first part of a two-part interview about his new boo... News | 03 Jan 2012
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Changes in the way we measure software quality
Over the years, the way we have developed software has changed, and thus the way we measure software quality has changed. In this third of our three-part interview with Capers Jones and Olivier Bonsignour, co-authors of “The Economics of Software Qua... News | 02 Nov 2011
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Software test managers: Gaining good leadership skills
Successful test organizations demand leaders, not just managers. Software testing expert Pete Walen shares advice for acquiring good leadership skills. Tip
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Forrester VP says enterprise mobile applications miss the mark
Building an enterprise mobile application may not be the right focus for today's enterprise application development teams. Tip
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Exploring the shifting roles in test and QA management
If Agile software teams reorganize and report to one line manager, what happens to test and QA management? Matt Heusser shares his answer with you. Tip
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Becoming a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Learn the eligibility requirements and benefits of becoming a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner from project management expert Yvette Francino. Tip
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Software quality and testing: Does the DevOps movement shortchange QA?
Teams must merge roles and adjust testing practices when they join the DevOps movement. Learn how to ensure quality with DevOps adoption. Tip
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How to focus an Agile Scrum team on quality and testing
Improve your Agile Scrum team and direct its attention to product quality through communication, flexibility and effective testing. Tip
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Software troubleshooting: Managing opportunity costs
Senior managers will want to understand and consider “opportunity costs” that result when a crisis occurs. Consultant Catherine Powell explains that by taking opportunity costs into account, the cost of crisis can be better managed. Tip
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Eight software quality metrics that foster ALM success
Software consultant Nari Kannan reveals eight metrics that are most important in ALM in this tip. Tip
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Software development bugs: How to identify and prevent them
With strong Agile practices such as unit testing, code reviews and proper attention to requirements, bugs can be prevented or found early in the application lifecycle. Tip
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Wireframing tools for tablets and other mobile devices
Software consultant Nari Kannan discusses wireframing tools that help mobile and tablet app designers mockup and lay out workflow and user interface designs. Tip
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How to set priorities: A software project team exercise
Everyone on a software project team struggles at times with setting priorities. Our requirements expert offers advice for effective prioritization. ATE
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Using a burn down chart to measure project progress
To monitor delivery progress in project management, requirements expert Scott Sehlhorst explains how the burn down chart is an essential tool. Answer
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How project sponsors can successfully manage changes to requirements
Expert Scott Sehlhorst explores the questions managers must ask and explains how project sponsors can keep projects on track following changes to requirements. Answer
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DevOps as an Agile practice: Delivering quality
In this expert response, Lisa Crispin describes how the DevOps approach works on an Agile team and discusses the roles of the different team members. Answer
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Evidence of software quality in Agile development environments
Do Agile environments truly produce higher quality code and higher quality software? Expert Lisa Crispin delves into this claim, explaining what works on an Agile team. Answer
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Project planning requires and understanding of both product features and schedule
When creating a project plan, which is more important? Features and functions or schedule? The short answer is 'both.' Find out why. Ask the Expert
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Who determines the appropriate severity or priority for a defect?
There are often differences of opinion on the definition of severity or priority of a defect. The bottom line is determining when and if the defect will be fixed. Factors that need to be considered are customer urgency and time required to fix and te... 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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Transitioning from AJAX to .NET what changes to expect in RIA's
QA manager inquires what to expect in a change from AJAX based programming in rich internet application development to .NET based. Ask the Expert
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The QA team's role in application performance evaluation and management
Who is responsible for defining requirements, setting quality and managing the QA team? QA expert describes how requirements are set, along with who ensures quality. Ask the Expert
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spaghetti code
Spaghetti code is a derogatory term for computer programming that is unnecessarily convoluted, and particularly programming code that uses frequent branching from one section of code to another. Definition
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The Death Star Conspiracy as software testing ethics training
Take a satirical look at the facts behind the destruction of the Death Star and learn about the need for ethics training in software QA management. Video
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Noah Sussman of Etsy presents at STPCon 2011
In this video, Noah Sussman from Etsy.com talks about recent changes at Etsy, including production, release and code testing changes that have resulted in company growth. He presented at STPCon 2011, advising on how to manage quality in a fast-paced ... Video
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The Death Star Conspiracy as software testing ethics training
Take a satirical look at the facts behind the destruction of the Death Star and learn about the need for ethics training in software QA management. Video
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Software test managers: Gaining good leadership skills
Successful test organizations demand leaders, not just managers. Software testing expert Pete Walen shares advice for acquiring good leadership skills. Tip
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Leadership development: Traits of top test managers
Leadership development advice for test managers: Break rules, question conventional wisdom, develop self-awareness, and keep your ego in check. Quality Time
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Forrester VP says enterprise mobile applications miss the mark
Building an enterprise mobile application may not be the right focus for today's enterprise application development teams. Tip
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Software developer career advice: How to make cross-industry moves
In a tight talent market, a software developer career can make cross-industry move -- even though employers prefer domain-specific expertise. Here's how. Feature
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How to set priorities: A software project team exercise
Everyone on a software project team struggles at times with setting priorities. Our requirements expert offers advice for effective prioritization. ATE
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Exploring the shifting roles in test and QA management
If Agile software teams reorganize and report to one line manager, what happens to test and QA management? Matt Heusser shares his answer with you. Tip
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Becoming a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Learn the eligibility requirements and benefits of becoming a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner from project management expert Yvette Francino. Tip
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Software quality and testing: Does the DevOps movement shortchange QA?
Teams must merge roles and adjust testing practices when they join the DevOps movement. Learn how to ensure quality with DevOps adoption. Tip
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How to focus an Agile Scrum team on quality and testing
Improve your Agile Scrum team and direct its attention to product quality through communication, flexibility and effective testing. Tip
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About Software Quality Management
Software quality management (SQM) refers to the processes used to manage quality in software applications. Software quality management would include defining standards, regulations and processes that would verify work products delivered through the software development lifecycle (SDLC.) Software quality management would also work towards incorporating a knowledge base of best practices, selecting tools to manage the various aspects of quality, monitoring status and verifying and evaluating current methods, procedures and tools with the aim of continuous improvement.