Software Testing Strategies: A testing guide for the 2020s
Author: Matthew Heusser (Author), Michael Larsen (Author)
Publisher finelybook 出版社: Packt Publishing
Publication Date 出版日期: 2023-12-22
Language 语言: English
Print Length 页数: 378 pages
ISBN-10: 1837638020
ISBN-13: 9781837638024
Book Description
Unlock the true potential of software testing to achieve seamless software performance with this comprehensive guide
Key Features
- Gain a solid understanding of software testing and master its multifaceted strategies
- Empower yourself to effectively overcome software testing challenges
- Develop actionable real-world testing skills for succeeding in any role
- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
Software Testing Strategies covers a wide range of topics in the field of software testing, providing practical insights and strategies for professionals at every level. With equal emphasis on theoretical knowledge and practical application, this book is a valuable resource for programmers, testers, and anyone involved in software development.
The first part delves into the fundamentals of software testing, teaching you about test design, tooling, and automation. The chapters help you get to grips with specialized testing areas, including security, internationalization, accessibility, and performance. The second part focuses on the integration of testing into the broader software delivery process, exploring different delivery models and puzzle pieces contributing to effective testing. You’ll discover how to craft your own test strategies and learn about lean approaches to software testing for optimizing processes. The final part goes beyond technicalities, addressing the broader context of testing. The chapters cover case studies, experience reports, and testing responsibilities, and discuss the philosophy and ethics of software testing.
By the end of this book, you’ll be equipped to elevate your testing game and ensure software quality, and have an indispensable guide to the ever-evolving landscape of software quality assurance.
What you will learn
- Explore accessibility, functional testing, performance testing, and more as an integral part of testing
- Find out how to implement a wide range of testing approaches
- Develop the skills needed to create effective testing strategies tailored to your project’s needs
- Discover how to prioritize and execute the most impactful test ideas
- Gain insight into when and how to apply different testing elements
- Defend your chosen testing strategy with a comprehensive understanding of its components
Who this book is for
This book is for a broad spectrum of professionals engaged in software development, including programmers, testers, and DevOps specialists. Tailored to those who aspire to elevate their testing practices beyond the basics, the book caters to anyone seeking practical insights and strategies to master the nuanced interplay between human intuition and automation. Whether you are a seasoned developer, meticulous tester, or DevOps professional, this comprehensive guide offers a transformative roadmap to become an adept strategist in the dynamic realm of software quality assurance.
Table of Contents
- Testing and Designing Tests
- Fundamental Issues in Tooling and Automation
- Programmer-Facing Testing
- Customer-Facing Tests
- Specialized Testing
- Testing Related Skills
- Test Data Management
- Delivery Models and Testing
- The Puzzle Pieces of Good Testing
- Putting Your Test Strategy Together
- Lean Software Testing
- Case Studies and Experience Reports
- Testing Activities or a Testing Role?
- Philosophy and Ethics in Software Testing
- Words and Language About Work
- Testing Strategy Applied
About the Author
Over the past decade, Michael has been actively engaged in the realm of software testing, focusing on audits and testing fixes in alignment with U.S. Section 508 and E.U. WCAG accessibility standards. His commitment extends beyond testing, as he is equally passionate about promoting accessibility and inclusive design through talks and training sessions. Michael leverages a diverse set of tools, including Axe, Lighthouse, Wave, VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA, ColorContrast Analyzer, among others, to facilitate the accessibility testing process. He has played a pivotal role in urging organizations to prioritize accessibility considerations in their software development and testing endeavors. Moreover, Michael possesses a knack for uncovering issues within systems, collaborating with developers to rectify them, and assisting customers in devising innovative solutions. His overarching mission is to nurture and lead top-notch testers and test teams, fostering a culture of excellence in the field. With an extensive career spanning three decades, Michael has lent his expertise to various product domains and industries, encompassing network routers and switches, virtual machines, capacitance touch devices, video games, and a wide spectrum of client/server, distributed database, and web applications. Beyond his software testing endeavors, Michael boasts an impressive array of achievements and affiliations. He holds a Black Belt certification from the Miagi-Do School of Software Testing, co-founded and facilitates the Americas chapter of Weekend Testing, serves as a director for the Association for Software Testing (AST), leads instruction for the Black Box Software Testing courses offered by AST, curates training materials for the SummerQAmp initiative, and currently holds a position on the board of the Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference (PNSQC).
