Tips

Tips

• Assemble an ALM system out of best-of-breed tools

  Today's ALM systems are a mix of project management tools that work well together. Matt Heusser explains how to build a custom ALM system.  Continue Reading

• Consider building salespeople's business analysis skills

  Business analysis skills are lacking at many organizations. BA training and certifications may be underutilized resources for supporting better sales.  Continue Reading

• Testing APIs protects applications and reputations

  When testing public APIs, test expert Amy Reichert recommends testing API functionality, endpoint security and, above all, proper connectivity.  Continue Reading

• Tracking the evolution of ALM tools

  Modern ALM tools evolved from physical story walls. Matt Heusser explains what was lost in translation and what can be gained.  Continue Reading

• Testing techniques for data exchanges and interoperability

  Testing data exchanges involves the ability to view, track and verify messages, among other things. Here are techniques for testing data exchanges.  Continue Reading

• Automation processes for continuous delivery

  Implementing continuous delivery requires automation processes. Here are tips and tools to help smooth the implementation process.  Continue Reading

• What are the best database testing tool features for testers?

  Software testers need database viewing tools that make their job easier, not harder. Here are features non-SQL experts shouldn't be without.  Continue Reading

• KillerIT evaluates application portfolios

  In this innovation spotlight, learn how KillerIT Application Portfolio helps organizations evaluate application portfolios using data-driven initiatives.  Continue Reading

• Use story mapping for more customer-focused apps

  Story mapping can replace requirements gathering and shows developers what is needed to solve business problems in end users' workflows.  Continue Reading

• Choose the right software testing service

  Learn about tips for choosing a testing service and whether it makes sense to test outside the business.  Continue Reading

• Insight on data masking tools

  Private and non-public data must not be compromised during testing. Learn about data masking and the vendors that offer data masking tools.  Continue Reading

• Infrastructure as code and other prerequisites for CD

  Are you ready for continuous delivery? This article outlines three prerequisites: automated testing, infrastructure as code and a staging environment.  Continue Reading

• Techniques for gathering requirements in Agile scrum

  Discovering Agile requirements: story mapping, the scrum master role and tools that increase the team's ability to communicate effectively can help.  Continue Reading

• Prep for continuous delivery with iterative development

  Are you ready for continuous delivery? This article explains how an established, iterative development practice puts you on the right path.  Continue Reading

• Change control tools keep change control regulated

  Change control tools help to manage data and keep change controls in order.  Continue Reading