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Is my functional testing aligned with my end-user goals?

Without aligning your functional testing to your end-users, your software might not succeed the way you wish it to....

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What is white box testing vs black box testing? (and when to involve a QA agency)

Black box testing and white box testing are both important. One testing type is performed by developers and the other...

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5 top project management principles to live by when testing your software

Businesses that invest in proven project management practices waste 28 times less money. Here are 5 project management...

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Performance engineering: what is 'chaos testing' in application development?

Ever heard of Chaos Monkey? The Simian Army? These chaos testing tools are vital parts of performance engineering and...

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What are Agile Testing Quadrants (and are they still relevant)?

Agile Testing Quadrants are visual tools for understanding different QA tests and how they support either the...

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The 3 categories of performance testing metrics you need to measure

How do you measure performance testing metrics in a way that's meaningful for all stakeholders? Here are some...

STOP! 15 things you should not do when running functional tests

STOP! 15 things you should not do when running functional tests

Functional tests check if an application works for the end consumer. Here's a quick run-down of what you must NOT do...

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Your QA tester's hierarchy of needs: what is the agile testing pyramid?

The agile testing pyramid is a useful reference point for QA software testers. Discover how it can help you prioritize...

Skills you need to be a software tester

Skills You Need to be a Software Tester

Skills You Need to be a Software Tester