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Software Testing Methodologies

• Amp up OSS security with these steps

  A test vendor's CTO describes the OSS security mistakes that enterprises make, such as not patching vulnerabilities or inaccurate inventory dependencies. Continue Reading

• Don't fear chaos engineering if you are a DevOps tester

  DevOps teams use chaos engineering, but at what cost? Learn how this testing method secures applications in ways that traditional testing can't. Continue Reading

• How can I attend software testing conferences?

  You want to attend a software testing conference, but your employer said it's too expensive. Here are some ways to improve your chances to attend. Continue Reading

• Adoption of continuous testing in DevOps and Agile cultures

  The best way to engender continuous testing in DevOps shops? Take the lead. Here's how testers can create change and align disparate goals for organizations. Continue Reading

• What is the best way to load test mobile applications?

  Mobile apps create a challenge for testers; no approach can cover every device. However, there are best practices for load testing mobile applications. Continue Reading

• The IoT testing process using microservices and containers

  The internet of things is a challenge for software testers. Luckily, microservices and containers can make things more straightforward. Here's where to begin.Continue Reading

• How to use microservices and containers for IoT

  Developing for IoT can be tricky, particularly when it comes to containers and microservices. Expert Christopher Tozzi outlines the considerations.Continue Reading

• Should the QA process always include the business side?

  Quality assurance professionals need to start thinking about bringing business along for the ride. Expert Amy Reichert offers tried-and-true advice to get started.Continue Reading

• Smoke tests are fine, but sometimes soak testing is the answer

  Some software applications can really benefit from a long testing time, and that's where soak tests come in. Expert Gerie Owen explains how and why to use that type of test.Continue Reading

• How do we make testing in DevOps happen correctly?

  CI/CD are at the heart of DevOps and it can be tricky to determine when/how to fit in testing. Expert Gerie Owen explains why testers are facing a steep learning curve.Continue Reading

• Why won't companies invest in software testing resources?

  Software testing is hard enough, but without adequate and appropriate equipment, it's unrealistic to expect accurate results. Expert Amy Reichert explains why QA needs more support.Continue Reading

• How do I know if my busy QA professionals are actually engaged?

  A busy tester seems like a happy tester, but expert Amy Reichert warns that appearances can be deceiving. Here's why you need to be sure your testers are really paying attention.Continue Reading

• How to make crowdsourced testing actually help the development process

  The trouble with paying bug bounties to outsiders for testing help is doing so can create an adversarial relationship between developer and tester. Expert Robin Goldsmith offers advice.Continue Reading

• Want to be a UX expert? Here's advice to get you there

  Bringing user experience skills to the development area can be a challenge. Expert Austin Knight unveils his clever testing idea that might make the entire process a bit simpler.Continue Reading

• Can time management improve productivity of QA testers?

  Despite what you might think, time management is possible. Expert Amy Reichert explains how QA testers can stop procrastinating and take charge of their lives.Continue Reading