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  The differences between Ad-hoc testing and Exploratory testing Exploratory is one of the most popular forms of testing in software quality assurance . At first glance, exploratory and ad-hoc testing may seem to be the same. However, these two test methods are defined differently by their own unique methodologies. While in ad-hoc testing knowledge of software is acquired prior to its assessment, with exploratory testing there’s a progressive learning factor as you move through your exploration process – allowing users to gain an understanding while simultaneously evaluating outcomes from this newfound information. Ad-hoc testing is an informal, unstructured method of software quality testing , which you can perform without profound knowledge of the test subject that offers the possibility of unearthing critical bugs missed by automated or regression testing. This can be done by using a technique called error guessing. In other words, it is far from structured. Therefore, it doesn’...

  Quality assurance has always been the key to success when releasing a software product. The process helps identify potential risks and provides solutions that can prevent minor slip ups from derailing your project, ensuring positive outcomes for everyone involved. Believe it or not, NASA had to learn how important software quality assurance is the hard way. In fact, it cost them a spacecraft named the Climate Orbiter that originally was sent to Mars to study this particular planet back in 1998. Unfortunately, they lost it on September 23th, 1999 due to a wrong command from Earth which had been done by the engineering team who didn’t convert the measurements that they had inputted into the commands from English units (pound-seconds) into metric standard (Newton-seconds). Such a “silly” mistake was worth USD $125 million as the cost of building the spacecraft alone without any launching and operations cost added up yet. The event had truly highlighted the importance of software qua...

  As mobile apps continue to gain popularity, the importance of testing them for quality assurance has become paramount. With millions of apps available for download, users expect high-performing and bug-free applications. To achieve this, mobile app testing is crucial, and fortunately, there are many free tools available for this purpose. In this article, we will discuss the  top 4 free mobile app testing tools  that can help you ensure that your app is of high quality. Appium Appium is an open-source, cross-platform mobile app testing tool that allows you to test iOS, Android, and Windows apps. It supports various programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, and JavaScript, making it an ideal choice for developers with different programming backgrounds. Appium also supports both native and hybrid apps, making it a versatile tool. One of the key benefits of Appium is that it offers a wide range of automation testing capabilities, including gesture support, image com...

Software quality testers - Who are they? Software quality tester is the unsung heroes of the software industry, serving as vigilant gatekeepers who meticulously scrutinize every piece of code before it reaches end-users. With the utmost attention to detail, they employ a combination of manual testing methods and automated test suites to ensure that each program meets the highest standards for excellence in both design and safety. In essence, they act as the first line of defense against bugs, guaranteeing that no glitches slip through the cracks during the quality assurance stages. What does a software quality tester do? As the masterminds behind the quality assurance process, software quality tester take on the crucial responsibility of anticipating and identifying any possible issues that may arise. Armed with their extensive knowledge, technical expertise, and cutting-edge tools, they work tirelessly to eliminate any bugs or glitches, ensuring that only fully functional software ...

How are V and W models different by definition? The software development process is a strategy in which a product is made to go through different phases, such as ideation, arranging, creation, and testing, before the end product is conveyed. The big difference is, as a prerequisite for the Waterfall model, testing can only happen once the development of the software product is finished without any adjustments in the middle. The W model is a straightforward successive approach in which the progress flows in just one direction. On the other hand, V Model, also called Verification and Validation Model, is like the waterfall model that takes a successive way of executing procedures. In that sense, we can say V-model is the alternative to the W-model as steps are followed as requirements, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance. The V-model has been a staple in software quality testing since its introduction to the market back in the 1980s. Its sequence of steps is designed s...

  What was the delivery pipeline again? People call it a delivery pipeline because it allows code to flow through a consistent sequence of stages where each stage is designed to test the code from a different perspective. Employing this process ensures everything is tested and verified, which provides more confidence in the code as it progresses through the pipeline. You can imagine, each stage in the pipeline is either about building or testing the code and along the way, it must have the necessary automation not only to save time and mistakes but also to provision, deploy and configure righteous environments. Many enterprises have taken initiatives for a reason which we will elaborate in this article, but the common goal is to strive for an unattended delivery process that eliminates or minimizes human intervention that traditionally costs businesses expensive error, delay, and loss of usability. Why do we need such a system? For many enterprises worldwide, continuous delivery is...

  Quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) are two important aspects of software development and testing that are often used interchangeably. While both of these processes aim to ensure the quality of the final product, there are key differences between the two. In this article, we’ll explore  the differences between QA and QC . Differences between QA and QC The main difference between QA and QC is that QA is a proactive process that focuses on preventing defects, while QC is a reactive process that focuses on identifying and fixing defects. QA is a continuous process that begins at the start of the development cycle and ends when the product is released, while QC is a testing process that occurs after the development cycle is complete. QA focuses on establishing processes, standards, and procedures to ensure that the final product meets the desired quality standards, while QC focuses on testing and identifying defects to ensure that the final product is defect-free.

Traditional vs Low-Risk MVP Ideas on the features and functions of software quality testing products and mobile apps can be grand. The traditional way of product development revolves around ideas – sometimes, senseless ideas. You have many ideas that you want to see in your application, and there are going to be a lot of features. You end up in active engagement with tens of different mobile app development companies to find the best solution. It takes hundreds of calls and quotes until you decide on who you work with, and fingers crossed the market will respond well to the launched product. If not, you will have no choice but to invest more after writing a big check for the first version you just released. What if there is another way to go about this while you minimize risk and reach your audience faster? MVP approach “Minimum Viable Product” is one way to get these grand ideas working. MVP Concept Explained MVP (Minimum Viable Product) is the first working product version, with ju...

Offshore Then and Now. A thought leader in the 90s said “If you deprive yourself of offshore opportunities and your competitors do not, you’re putting yourself out of business.” And 20 years later that became the reality. When offshore outsourcing services first emerged in the late ’90s, for many people the concept seemed almost absurd because some even thought of it as an act of modern colonization, republicans were against outsourcing jobs overseas, and ethics were being questioned. However, in today’s global scenario, the time when offshore outsourcing was only seen as a move by organizations to drive down operating costs is long gone. It is now seen as an investment to improve the quality of operations and accelerate speed to the market with scalable and flexible services utilizing a bigger pool of talent. Latest Outsourcing Industry Statistics As we all know, outsourcing activities happen especially in the field of IT, and according to Statista, the IT outsourcing industry was wor...