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Embedded system applications present new challenges
Embedded applications place project managers in a new area of development. Continue Reading
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Use APM tools to protect revenue, keep customers happy
APM tools make problem solving faster, more efficient and less likely to disrupt the customer experience. Continue Reading
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Knowledge, skills and abilities for software QA jobs
The right knowledge, skills and abilities for QA jobs don't necessarily include test script automation or security testing skills. Jenn Lent explains. Continue Reading
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Software test management: Know which rules to follow, which to break
Software test management advice is often just plain wrong. Expert Johanna Rothman explains which rules to break -- and what to focus on instead. Continue Reading
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Application Performance Center of Excellence: Avoid the epic fail
Don't wait until your application is headed for an epic fail. A Performance Center of Excellence can help ensure all apps are optimized up front. Continue Reading
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Mobile project manager fosters collaboration and helps autistic kids
By managing her mobile development project, Marlena Smith helps clinicians treat autism in kids today and better understand the disorder tomorrow. Continue Reading
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Avoiding software failures: Lessons from HealthCare.gov
What could HealthCare.gov have done differently? Jenn Lent discusses three software development lessons the U.S. government learned the hard way. Continue Reading
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How to learn Python, Ruby and other scripting languages
Join the ranks of software QA pros that have learned Python, Ruby or other scripting languages to code scripts for software automation projects. Continue Reading
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Mixing Agile and continuous delivery for disciplined development
A QA engineer explains how he uses continuous delivery and Agile to ensure his online organization's success. Continue Reading
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Applying the scientific method to software testing
Software testing and scientific testing have commonalities. Learn why applying the scientific method to testing software applications is beneficial. Continue Reading
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QA skills gap: Testing pros need enough to write a test script
Writing test scripts for automation does take some coding skills. But many test scripting courses focus on developers, and give testers way too much. Continue Reading
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Testing mobile apps: Tips on manual, automated, cloud QA
Testing mobile apps takes a multi-pronged approach. Savvy mobile developers are using cloud tools and automated tests in addition to manual QA. Continue Reading
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APM project management paints software picture for Port of San Diego
The Port of San Diego has hundreds of applications that span five decades. This is the story of the woman charged with plotting their course for APM. Continue Reading
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'Team mobile' takes shape
Enterprise software groups redefine themselves as 'team mobile,' as apps for smart phones and tablets take precedence over Web and desktop projects. Continue Reading
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Software requirements development: FAQ
This FAQ tells how to get business execs engaged in software requirements development -- and how to avoid vague requirements and unnecessary features. Continue Reading
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FAQ: Automated software testing basics
This FAQ for QA pros explains what's involved in automated software testing from writing scripts to understanding what tests should remain manual. Continue Reading
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Mobile apps development: Defining requirements is a whole new ballgame
Software pros must address three critical issues in the requirements phase of mobile apps development: choosing a platform, security and usability. Continue Reading
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FAQ: Agile management and leadership
This FAQ on Agile management will help software professionals understand the basics of leading Agile projects. Continue Reading
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Writing requirements: Common sense measures for success
Experts offer simple, common sense measures for writing requirements that deliver software that's better for the business. Continue Reading
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Testing mobile applications is different than testing Web applications
Although mobile app development methods can be similar to traditional Web apps, the art of testing mobile applications is still very different. Continue Reading
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Expert advice on extending Web apps with mobile Web applications
Building mobile clients for existing Web apps presents new challenges for developers. Overcome those challenges with tips from a mobile expert. Continue Reading
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How upper management misconceptions foster Agile failures
Agile adoption and projects are failing due to poor support from upper management. What can Agile leaders do for successful Agile adoption? Continue Reading
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Security testing basics: QA professionals take the lead
QA professionals should take the lead on security testing basics. Their big-picture view of an application helps them find and protect valuable data. Continue Reading
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Mobile 2013: Fusion apps better for business
In 2013, multilayered fusion apps will combine data from multiple sources, creating new business opportunities for companies that develop them. Continue Reading
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Managing mergers: Test professional best practices
QA lead Gerie Owen offers firsthand advice for test professionals on managing mergers. Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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Software defects increase cost of Agile projects
Fixing software defects can increase the cost of Agile software development projects, according to a recent voke inc. survey. Continue Reading
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Implementing Agile in very large enterprises
Many Fortune 2000 companies are implementing an Agile methodology. Learn what experts and consultants are saying about how successful it is. Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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Realize full potential of agile ALM with customer collaboration
A strong customer collaboration strategy can turn your high potential ALM team into a high-value delivery team. These Agile ALM collaboration tactics can help managers work with their customers and stakeholders to define solid requirements and to be... Continue Reading
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STAREAST 2012: Risk-based testing approaches for Agile development teams
Experts Mary LeMieux-Ruibal and Mirkeya Capellán, who are leading a session at STAREAST 2012 titled, “Creating a Risk-based Testing Strategy,” examine risk-based testing on Agile teams. Continue Reading
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Collaboration in Agile development: Requirements analysis is a team effort
SSQ Site Editor Yvette Francino talks to experts Sue Burk and Janet Gregory about tester involvement in requirements analysis. Continue Reading
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Requirements gathering: Collaborative approaches for software teams
Agile expert Lisa Crispin shares real-world examples of ways teams can collaborate, creating a shared understanding between business and customers and IT development teams. Continue Reading
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Agile ALM automation strategies: Using source code control tactics
Organizations that move quickly to automating version control in software configuration management can boost quality and speed results in Agile development and application lifecycle management. The key to success is adopting an overall source code ... Continue Reading
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Performance management for mobile devices: Solutions and strategies
Software experts reveal mobile application performance management challenges in the enterprise, as well as strategies, best practices and tools to address those challenges in this article. Continue Reading
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Determining the cloud model that best meets your business requirements
In this third of a three-part series, we explore how to evaluate an organizations' current QA infrastructure and the different cloud deployment models which will help decision-makers determine a cloud deployment model that best suits its business ... Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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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. Continue Reading
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Continuous integration: Tools and trends
In this story, SSQ contributor Crystal Bedell describes the benefits of continuous integration, tools that are being used, and the trends for more mature continuous integration techniques: continuous deployment and continuous delivery. Continue Reading
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Agile for data warehousing and business intelligence applications
Find out how development of business intelligence and data warehousing applications differ from traditional application development, and how Agile principles and techniques can still be applied. Continue Reading
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Agile development: What’s behind the backlash against Agile?
Learn the reasons why some software pros hate Agile, based on interviews with Agile coaches, consultants, software testers and development veterans. Continue Reading
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How to set goals and manage software projects and teams
As a project manager developing software, how do you set goals, how do you assess problems and instruct your team to solve them? Learn how industry leaders have found success ways to address managerial and application pitfalls. Continue Reading
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Software project manager perspective: The components of successful application development
Software development, much like manufacturing is drastically changing. In order to stay on top, project managers need to accept and adapt to change. This chapter provides focus areas for PMs to make good use of such as, risks, cost, complexity, ... Continue Reading
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Managing software projects effectively: Key points project managers should know
Software project management roles continue to change is tool and process improvements become available. In this chapter learn how to effectively manage your team. Learn where experts say key focus areas lie in this chapter excerpt. Continue Reading
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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 Continue Reading
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When to use manual vs. automated software testing tools
When does it make sense to use an automated software testing tool? When is automation a bad idea? Get detailed answers and expert advice on choosing automated versus manual testing tools. Continue Reading
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Functional testing of Web services
Usually when you think about functional testing, you visualize some sort of user interface (UI) for inputting data: a well-defined form or page with fields and arrows and boxes and other eye candy. And most modern functional test tools were designed... Continue Reading
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Certification pros and cons: Readers speak out
Some are strongly against certification, saying nothing can replace real-world experience, while others see it as one thing that can improve your odds for being hired or promoted. Continue Reading
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The Way of Testivus … or How to Complete Projects Ahead of Schedule
Thanks to the Seinfeld show, you've probably heard of Festivus. Now we have Testivus. "The Way of Testivus" is a unique booklet that drives home the importance of software testing, particularly unit testing by software developers. Continue Reading
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Six Sigma not necessarily beneficial to software development
Can the Six Sigma process improve software development and result in cost savings? This columnist says no. That process and others like it are better suited to manufacturing operations. Continue Reading