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• Get to know the version control process

  Distributed version control systems use is on the rise, particularly because they aid in collaborative development. Learn the basics of version control to get started. Continue Reading

• How to document software requirements without hating your job

  Software requirements specifications explain, in painstaking detail, what is expected of a project. So, why develop without one? It's not worth the risk. Read why an SRS is vital. Continue Reading

• Pick up CI/CD, version control in this Azure DevOps tutorial

  Microsoft's rebranded Azure DevOps helps teams take a software project from start to finish. Walk through the service's components, from project planning to pipelines and testing. Continue Reading

• How to write and structure worthwhile SRS documentation

  Software projects contain many moving parts, and a miscommunication can derail them easily. Keep everyone on the same page with clear and exhaustive requirements specifications. Continue Reading

• acceptance testing

  An acceptance test confirms that an story is complete by matching a user action scenario with a desired outcome. (Continued...) Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • MoSCoW method
  • structured programming (modular programming)
  • use case
  • application lifecycle management (ALM)

  • low-code and no-code development platforms
  • Jira
  • debugging
  • finite element analysis (FEA)

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• 5 tips to jump-start a DevOps pipeline

  DevOps is a trendy methodology -- and one many enterprises implement incorrectly. Pore over this popular expert advice from 2018 to carefully and correctly accelerate app delivery in 2019.Continue Reading

• system testing

  System testing, also referred to as system-level tests or system-integration testing, is the process in which a quality assurance (QA) team evaluates how the various components of an application interact together in the full, integrated system or ...Continue Reading

• The 2018 app-dev trends and news that will shape 2019

  Aside from big acquisitions, IBM and Microsoft turned heads with new releases and features in 2018. Catch up with the top news of the year to learn what it means for you in 2019.Continue Reading

• 5 software development trends propel innovation in 2019

  Get ready to jettison your comfort zone and dive into shift-right testing, IoT development and other emerging skill and coverage areas for software developers and testers.Continue Reading

• Experts weigh in on DevOps transformation, QA topics

  As the technology conference season winds down, sessions at Velocity and DevOps Enterprise Summit offer helpful insight for forward-thinking organizations.Continue Reading

• Embrace these 5 tenets for better QA leadership

  Knowledge and hands-on skills are always useful, but successful QA team leads also inspire and stand up for their teams. Here are five ways to remove team obstacles and coach great testers.Continue Reading

• synthetic monitoring

  Synthetic monitoring is the use of software to simulate user interaction with a given system rather than simply gathering data about real-world transactions.Continue Reading

• Use these shift-right methods to test code in production

  There's no shortage of ways for a QA team to adopt shift-right testing. But, while the approach can fit in with continuous deployment, don't consider it a catch-all for bug removal.Continue Reading

• cross-browser testing

  Cross-browser testing, also called browser testing, is a quality assurance (QA) process that checks whether a web-based application, site or page functions as intended for end users across multiple browsers and devices.Continue Reading

• soak testing

  Soak testing is a type of performance evaluation that gauges how an application handles a growing number of users or increasingly taxing tasks over an extended period of time.Continue Reading

• Recommended QA conferences for software testers of all stripes

  Testing, QA and development conferences host a breadth of experts and helpful peers. From one-day vendor events to weeklong national shows, there's an option to fit your needs.Continue Reading

• Pick up stateless software precepts for modern app design

  Change and state are complex interrelated concepts that shape how an application performs its tasks. Learn the meaning of state, mutability and change as they relate to app design.Continue Reading

• Make your pitch for chaos engineering practices

  Is your QA team ready for chaos engineering? Find out how to prep staff for resilience engineering and why you should avoid that 'chaotic' name altogether.Continue Reading

• continuous integration (CI)

  Continuous integration (CI) is a software engineering practice in which frequent, isolated changes are immediately tested and reported on when they are added to a larger code base.Continue Reading

• Words to go: QA testing methodologies

  Do bottom-up and top-down testing throw you for a loop? In the dark about the difference between black box and functional testing? Print out this handy cheat sheet of testing terms.Continue Reading

• BPM development goes beyond low-code with AI, RPA

  BPM vendors are enhancing their low-code process development tool sets with AI and robotic process automation.Continue Reading

• application

  An application, also referred to as an application program or application software, is a computer software package that performs a specific function directly for an end user or, in some cases, for another application.Continue Reading

• integrated development environment (IDE)

  An integrated development environment (IDE) is a software suite that consolidates basic tools required to write and test software.Continue Reading

• performance testing

  Performance testing is the process of determining the speed, responsiveness and stability of a computer, network, software program or device under a workload.Continue Reading

• The developer's crash course to the application network

  Developers, we get it; you don't want to deal with the network. But hear us out, as a basic understanding of subnets, VPNs and IP addresses boost app stability and performance.Continue Reading

• 12 factor app (twelve-factor app)

  Twelve-factor app is a methodology for building distributed applications that run in the cloud and are delivered as a service. The approach was developed by Adam Wiggins, the co-founder of Heroku, a platform-as-a-service which is now part of ...Continue Reading

• What are the top software testing methodologies?

  Whether you want to discover new software testing methodologies or rejuvenate test cases, QA is all about efficiency. Evaluate these testing techniques and strategies to meet QA goals.Continue Reading

• Hire a software testing team that fits your startup culture

  Albeit strapped for cash and time, software startups need testers as much as large companies. Advocate for a testing team, and find candidates who will excel in a startup culture.Continue Reading

• model-driven development (MDD)

  Model-driven development (MDD) is a format to write and implement software quickly, effectively and at minimum cost.Continue Reading

• rapid mobile app development (RMAD)

  Rapid mobile application development (RMAD) uses low-code/no-code programming tools to speed the process of application creation for mobile platforms.Continue Reading

• alpha testing

  Alpha testing is the initial phase of validating whether a new product will perform as expected. Alpha tests are carried out early in the development process by internal staff and are followed up with beta tests, in which a sampling of the intended ...Continue Reading

• How can learning scripting languages help junior testers?

  As a junior tester, I think learning scripting languages could make me more valuable to my team and enhance my career. But how do I pick the scripting language to learn?Continue Reading

• 10 important automated testing best practices to implement

  QA and test pros give advice on how to craft software test automation strategies that can speed app deployment. They also share their criteria for choosing automated test tools.Continue Reading

• How to create CI builds with the Jenkins freestyle project

  In this video tutorial, we explore how build jobs work in the Jenkins continuous integration tool. Watch as we create a simple freestyle Jenkins project and then run the corresponding job.Continue Reading

• Strategies to master continuous testing

  This Software Development Training Center entry covers how to perform and improve continuous testing. Learn strategies to secure continuous delivery through proper testing methods.Continue Reading

• model-based testing

  Model-based testing (MBT) requires a test team to create a second, lightweight implementation of a software build- typically only the business logic - called the model.Continue Reading

• Why software resilience should be the real goal of DevOps

  To improve your software development process, use DevOps to create a resilient system. Expert Matthew Heusser explains why reliability is no longer the goal.Continue Reading

• Java video tutorial: JDK download and JRE installation

  This quick and concise Java video tutorial shows you how to perform a JDK download and JRE installation, while also explaining how to configure PATH and JAVA_HOME system variables.Continue Reading

• staging environment

  A staging environment, or staging, provides a nearly exact replica of a production environment for software testing.Continue Reading

• How a DevSecOps process gives security a voice

  Security teams have worked quietly in the background of software quality projects for years. The DevSecOps process puts the long-lost co-worker, security, front and center.Continue Reading

• native app

  A native application is a software program that is developed for use on a particular platform or device.Continue Reading

• Advice and tips about DevOps for beginners

  DevOps is hard to get right, even if you've been doing it for a while. If you are brand new, this expert advice will help you get in the game more quickly.Continue Reading

• black box (black box testing)

  Black box testing assesses a system solely from the outside, without the operator or tester knowing what is happening within the system to generate responses to test actions.Continue Reading

• Thumb through these app development books for a skills tuneup

  Software experts discuss the latest app development books. Pick up one of these recommended books to round out your knowledge and rev up your career.Continue Reading

• smoke testing

  Smoke testing, also called build verification testing or build acceptance testing, is nonexhaustive software analysis that ascertains that the most crucial functions of a program work but does not delve into finer details.Continue Reading

• Enterprise AR apps call for strong use cases, requirements

  Developers, hone your AR app pitches with these tips on building use cases and requirements. Get ready, because augmented tools are ready for enterprise prime time.Continue Reading

• Jenkins basics: The DevOps and build platform for dev teams

  Software expert Walker Rowe discusses how Jenkins goes beyond a DevOps tool. Get a better understanding of how and why your enterprise should install Jenkins.Continue Reading

• application platform

  An application platform is a framework of services that applications rely on for standard operations.Continue Reading

• end-to-end testing

  End-to-end testing is a methodology that assesses the working order of a complex product in a start-to-finish process.Continue Reading

• A comprehensive beginner's guide to DevOps for testers

  Newcomers to DevOps have a steep learning curve and nowhere more so than in test. Expert Matthew Heusser has a beginner's guide to DevOps and testing.Continue Reading

• A comprehensive beginner's guide to DevOps for developers

  Starting DevOps in your organization and not sure where to begin? Cameron McKenzie explains everything a developer needs to know to successfully begin the DevOps process.Continue Reading

• With BizDevOps, building apps without code becomes possible

  To get business applications developed quickly, some organizations turn to the BizDevOps approach of using citizen developers and a low-code/no-code platform.Continue Reading

• Citizen developers push the pace in BizDevOps

  BizDevOps is one way that companies large and small look for creative ways to break down functional silos and reduce operational friction.Continue Reading

• Four critical continuous testing components to implement

  Rapid continuous delivery is unlikely to go off without a hitch, unless the team relies on continuous testing. Expert Justin Rohrman explains how to get it underway.Continue Reading

• How the Testing Manifesto is going to change development

  Thinking about software quality and testing is happening too late in the process. The antidote is a new set of guidelines that will change how everyone thinks about testing.Continue Reading

• continuous quality

  Continuous quality is a systematic approach to finding and fixing software defects during all phases of the software development cycle.Continue Reading

• What skills do Agile testers need?

  The Agile team collaborates closely and makes a lot of changes. What does the ideal Agile tester possess in technical and people skills?Continue Reading

• What does it mean to test APIs?

  Expert Gerie Owen explains what it means to test APIs and why it is important to ensure that applications are working at peak performance level.Continue Reading

• Agile and DevOps are better together in 2018

  IT industry observers agree: When you add DevOps and Agile, you get more than the sum of the parts. See how experts envision the combination of Agile and DevOps in 2018.Continue Reading

• LDAP injection

  LDAP injection is a type of security exploit that is used to compromise the authentication process used by some websites. Websites that construct Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) statements from data provided by users are vulnerable to ...Continue Reading

• Strategies to master the software testing process

  This portion of the Software Development Training Center delves into the first steps necessary when making considerable transitions in a software testing process.Continue Reading

• UX design exerts greater impact on application development

  UX experts examine the complicated behind-the-scenes world of modern software development. Learn about the roles of design, testing and business in the user experience.Continue Reading

• How to get started with synthetic monitoring

  Expert Justin Rohrman says passive monitoring might not be enough to create the best user experience and that synthetic monitoring is the way to go.Continue Reading

• Why domain experts are vital for DevOps test automation

  Automation is always seen as the way to speed up software testing, but it is more limited than people realize. Expert Gerie Owen argues domain experts must get involved.Continue Reading

• How do I understand runtime environments?

  Whether it's C, Java or Adobe, it's important to understand the differences among runtime environments. Expert Stephen J. Bigelow outlines the various choices.Continue Reading

• Advice on how to survive a new test automation strategy

  There's no getting around management's enthusiasm for automating software testing. Expert Matthew Heusser offers step-by-step ideas on how you can survive it.Continue Reading

• What software testing skills are important for a beginner?

  Software testers need more than technical skills. Expert Gerie Owen explains why this career choice requires an inquisitive mind and an ability to work well with others.Continue Reading

• What do I need to know about machine learning testing?

  Software testers now need to add machine learning to their repertoire of skills. Expert Gerie Owen explains why this is coming to your workplace soon and how you can be ready.Continue Reading

• artifact (software development)

  An artifact, in software development, is work that has been documented and stored in a repository so it can be retrieved upon demand.Continue Reading

• Rein in IoT with containers and microservices

  Using the internet of things has presented developers and testers with some challenges. See why microservices and containers may be the best technologies to tame IoT.Continue Reading

• lean software development

  Lean software development is a concept that emphasizes optimizing efficiency and minimizing waste in the development of software.Continue Reading

• How do I tackle machine learning in software testing?

  Machine learning is the next big thing, and software testers are just now being asked to tackle this new type of software. Expert Gerie Owen offers on-point advice.Continue Reading

• Guide: Important steps to improving your QA career

  If you're looking into a QA career or find yourself already there, this guide navigates the ever-changing software testing world with steps for moving forward as a QA pro.Continue Reading

• Everything you need to know -- and love -- about testing microservices

  Like it or not, DevOps and, thus, containers and microservices are here to stay. Expert Gerie Owen explains what you need to understand about this new world.`Continue Reading

• Agile automation techniques answer the need for development speed

  The need for companies to release application updates more frequently increases the necessity for Agile automation. Learn strategies that make this process easier.Continue Reading

• What are the top software testing skills? Start by being fearless

  The software testing profession is changing rapidly, thanks to DevOps and automation. But some of the skills you'll need to keep up are surprisingly old-fashioned, like persistence.Continue Reading

• Struggling with testing? Here's how to get lean QA started

  Trying to identify bottlenecks in the software testing process can be challenging, but starting a lean QA effort can help. Expert Amy Reichert explains.Continue Reading

• test-driven development (TDD)

  Test-driven development (TDD), also called test-driven design, is a method of implementing software programming that interlaces unit testing, programming and refactoring on source code.Continue Reading

• Getting to the heart of modern app development takes practice

  When it comes to updating your application development process, the hardest step is the first one. Red Hat's Steve O'Keefe explains how to start and think about the process.Continue Reading

• Low-code/no-code platforms simplify mobile app development

  Learn why no-code/low-code development platforms with drag-and-drop capabilities should be a welcome alternative for developers and simplified method for non-developers.Continue Reading

• Everything you need to know about testing .NET applications

  For the most efficient testing, you need the right tools for the job. Expert Matt Heusser explains in detail all the testing tools for tackling apps built with Microsoft's .NET.Continue Reading

• Get ahead of the game: How to be a more technical tester

  Learn how to become a more technical tester with this step-by-step guide. Find out how the developer role is changing and which exams could propel your software testing career forward.Continue Reading

• Functional programming in Java 8 vs. .NET: What you need to know

  The 'which is better' debate over .NET and Java has been going on forever. Expert Tom Nolle weighs in on which is the better choice if your goal is functional programming.Continue Reading

• Scrum

  Scrum is a collaborative Agile development framework that breaks large processes down into small pieces in order to streamline efficiency.Continue Reading

• The more technical tester series, part four: Learn how to code

  Software testers are under increasing pressure to become more technical. Expert Matthew Heusser is back with another 'more technical tester' article on learning to code.Continue Reading

• How can you ace ISTQB exam preparation? Organize the studying

  It's a big test, but if you break it down into smaller bits -- and study with a group -- it's much easier. Expert Amy Reichert explains prepping for the ASTQB/ISTQB exam.Continue Reading

• How to kick-start your ASTQB and ISTQB exam preparation

  If this is the year to build your software testing career, the ASTQB and ISTBQ certification tests might be a good idea. Expert Amy Reichert explains how to start preparing.Continue Reading

• It's time to take the software testing profession more seriously

  Want to be taken seriously as a tester? You have to treat your job like it's a profession. Expert Gerie Owen explains why 2017 is the time to lean into your testing career.Continue Reading

• How to be a DevOps engineering leader in your workplace

  It can be hard to get senior management's attention when it comes to making a big shift like a move to DevOps. Here's expert Christopher Ward's best advice on getting started.Continue Reading

• Be a more technical tester with HTML, CSS and JS

  If you're ready to boost your testing skills, why not learn more about web development? Expert Matt Heusser walks you through HTML, CSS and JS to get you started.Continue Reading

• BizDevOps (Business, Development and Operations)

  BizDevOps, also known as DevOps 2.0, is an approach to software development that encourages developers, operations staff and business teams to work together so the organization can develop software more quickly, be more responsive to user demand and...Continue Reading

• Why -- and how -- BizDevOps is going to change everything

  BizDevOps is the latest in software development approaches and is considered a next-gen DevOps. Find all there is to know about this trend and why businesses are racing after it.Continue Reading

• Learn the skills to become a more technical tester

  Technology is changing fast and your testing skills need to change, too. Expert Matt Heusser walks you through more advanced techniques in part two of his series.Continue Reading

• Soasta's Tammy Everts shares her best user experience tips

  Keeping the user experience in mind while designing takes extra preparation. Expert Tammy Everts explains why some obvious UX mistakes continue to be repeated and be a problem.Continue Reading

• Use elicitation techniques to discover software requirements

  Discovering project requirements can be challenging. An expert offers elicitation techniques you can use to discover business and software requirements.Continue Reading

• A DevOps primer: Start, improve and extend your DevOps teams

  Ready to start your DevOps team or looking for ways to improve it? Here are some strategies to get started, advance your enterprise and evolve with user demands.Continue Reading

• How to time and streamline software test planning

  No one likes creating test time estimates, but they are helpful for the QA team. Expert Amy Reichert shares the right questions to ask to make planning easier.Continue Reading

• Five qualities of a good software tester (hint: it's not tech skills)

  It's tempting to think software testers just need technical chops. Of course they do, but that's not all. Columnist Jennifer Lent explains what else you might need.Continue Reading

• Key steps to save time when testing microservices

  Microservices are a hot dev choice, but how do they fit into a software tester's job? Expert Matt Heusser explains how they speed up testing time and support continuous delivery.Continue Reading

• ChatOps is a new software testing strategy for DevOps teams

  Testers can feel left out when it comes to the "Ops" side of a DevOps team. But ChatOps can be a way to get involved and add value. Expert Gerie Owen explains.Continue Reading