Software test types

There's no shortage of ways to test software. Quality assurance engineers can rely on functional, performance, exploratory and many other software test types, many of which run without human intervention. In this section, we provide tips, features, guides and more to explain these different kinds of tests, and how to use them.

August 31, 2020 31 Aug'20
Developers must consider low-code app security

Security is baked into most low-code development platforms, but developers still need to pay attention to security issues and test for vulnerabilities.
June 12, 2020 12 Jun'20
GitLab makes two acquisitions to shift fuzz testing left

GitLab has scooped up fuzz testing startups Fuzzit and Peach Tech, a move that will shift fuzz testing left in the DevSecOps toolchain.
July 24, 2019 24 Jul'19
Compliance-as-code tool hits DevSecOps sweet spot for MSP

There are almost as many tools to assist with DevSecOps as there are definitions for the term – how one managed service provider that serves federal agencies chose a compliance-as-code vendor.
July 19, 2019 19 Jul'19
Kubernetes policy project takes enterprise IT by storm

A Kubernetes-friendly compliance as code project hosted by the CNCF has caught on among large enterprises in the first half of 2019, largely through word of mouth.

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integration testing or integration and testing (I&T)

Integration testing -- also known as integration and testing (I&T) -- is a type of software testing in which the different units, modules or components of a software application are tested as a combined entity. 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
dependency hell

Dependency hell is a negative situation that occurs when a software application is not able to access the additional programming it requires to work. Continue Reading

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What regression testing types make sense for your applications

Craft an in-depth regression testing plan that uses multiple types to test all facets of an application's functionality and ultimately lead to cleaner development. Continue Reading
Applying web application reconnaissance to offensive hacking

Learn how to apply web application reconnaissance fundamentals to improve both offensive and defensive hacking skills in an excerpt of 'Web Application Security' by Andrew Hoffman. Continue Reading
Collaboration is key to a secure web application architecture

Author Andrew Hoffman explains the importance of a secure web application architecture and how to achieve it through collaboration between software and security engineers. Continue Reading

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What unit test coverage percentage should teams aim for?

Unit testing is frequently needed, but what amount? Learn how to determine the amount of unit test coverage you need, what code to focus on, how to measure coverage and more. Continue Reading
Top 3 application performance testing objectives and goals

Let's explore the importance of result analysis, the right measurements and test design for application performance testing. Continue Reading
Can we fully automate our software testing?

Your boss has jumped on the bandwagon to automate software testing. Don't despair. Software testing expert Matt Heusser walks through what to say -- and do -- to keep everyone happy. Continue Reading

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Checklist for mobile app testing: 15 gaps to look for

Makers of iOS and Android apps chronically fail to test these 15 aspects of mobile apps. But to release quality mobile software, development teams must start testing -- here's how. Continue Reading
Why is unit testing important for developers?

Through unit testing, software developers know source code works at the atomic level. Read why unit testing is important and valuable, as well as how it can ease the debugging process. Continue Reading
Regression testing vs. UAT: Goals and techniques

Regression tests and UAT ensure software quality and both require a sizeable investment. Learn when and how to perform each one, and some tips to get the most out of your effort. Continue Reading