CODING JAG - Issue 161

Welcome to the 161st edition of Coding Jag brought to you by TestMu AI!👐

In the dynamic realm of software testing, the significance of mastering the right tools cannot be overstated. In this edition, we delve into the indispensable tools that can propel you ahead of your QA peers. Uncover the tools that revolutionize your testing strategies, streamline processes, and ensure top-notch quality.

Say farewell to uncertainty and embrace the power of technology to excel in the ever-evolving testing world. Join us on this quest to sharpen your skills and surge forward in your testing journey. Let's embark on this tool-driven expedition together!

News

Smashing the Barrier Between Development and QA

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This post by Dennis Martinez reveals the critical importance of communication between development and testing in overcoming quality issues in software projects, emphasizing that it's not just the technical aspects but also effective collaboration that ultimately determines a product's quality and success.

Are you testing output and outcome?

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Mike Harris delves into the balance between testing software output and ensuring the desired outcome for customers, emphasizing the importance of testing from both perspectives to achieve quality results in this insightful blog.

Career Progression in Testing: The Awesome Power of Influence

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This article by Callum Akehurst-Ryan highlights the significance of influence in advancing one's career in testing. It emphasizes that beyond technical skills, the ability to sell a narrative and influence stakeholders is key to progression in the testing field.

How many test cases do we still have to execute?

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Maaret Pyhäjärvi delves into the often irrelevant question of 'How many test cases do we still have to execute?' in the context of release and testing efforts in this article. She explores alternative framings for this question and highlights the importance of understanding the underlying intent and improving the way testing progress is discussed.

Think You Know QA? Challenging 16 Software Testing Myths

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Ron Wilson challenges 16 software testing myths in 'Think You Know QA?' from QA Revolution. Delve into the Agile landscape and the importance of requirements documentation, debunking misconceptions for software excellence.

Performance

Performance Test design with AI assistance

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Mohamed Tarek embarks on an intriguing experiment, delving into the realm of AI and its role in enhancing performance testing. The findings reveal AI's valuable contributions to novice and seasoned testers, offering newfound efficiency and insights within the performance testing landscape.

Automation

How To Perform Visual Regression Testing With Selenium And Smart UI

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Learn how to perform Visual Regression Testing with Selenium and Smart UI in Faisal Khatri's article. Ensuring a top-notch User Interface is crucial for captivating users and reducing bounce rates. Discover how Selenium aids in visual testing and FAQ related to image and video testing.

The Definitive Guide to API Test Automation With Playwright: Part 13 - Validate API Response Against OpenAPI Spec Schema

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In this segment of 'The Definitive Guide to API Test Automation With Playwright,' Butch Mayhew dives into validating API responses against OpenAPI spec schemas, improving testing proficiency. He shares insights inspired by Sergei Gapanovich, enhancing API test automation strategies.

ChatGPT Sucks for Test Automation

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Jason Arbon explores the challenges of using AI, like ChatGPT, for test automation in this post. He delves into the complexities and limitations of AI in generating test code and offers insights into dealing with flakiness and the potential pitfalls in the process. A must-read for those curious about AI's role in test automation.

Four Horsemen of the Flaky Tests

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Learn how to conquer flaky tests with Eugene Truuts in his latest article. Drawing from extensive experience as an SDET and QA Automation mentor, Eugene shares practical tips to ensure your tests stand firm. Discover techniques for handling implicit waits, selecting reliable locators, maintaining test independence, and using automatic retries effectively. Don't let flaky tests undermine your QA efforts.

Tools

🦾 Custom Test Lab for Android 🤖 ?

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Uncover the secrets of Android Test Labs in this informative article by Anmol Verma. Delving into the intricacies of running Android Tests and constructing a personalized device farm, Anmol provides valuable insights into the testing process. If you want to enhance your Android app's quality and testing procedures, this read is a must!

Master these tools to overtake your QA peers!

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Elevate your quality assurance game with top tools recommended by M M Kishore. Use vital software like Postman for API testing and DBeaver for database management to enhance testing processes, save time, and maintain high-quality results. Stay updated with evolving technologies to stay competitive.

Video & Podcast

Video: Farewell To Bugs: The “Model-Based Testing” Webinar

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Join Gil Zilberfeld in this webinar featuring Michael Bar-Sinai, CTO of Provengo as they discuss how model-based testing can revolutionize the product development process, making requirements, design, code, and tests align seamlessly, reducing errors and misunderstandings.

Video: Automating Passwordless Authentication using Selenium WebDriver

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Learn how to automate Passwordless Authentication using Selenium WebDriver with Anton Angelov, CTO of Automate The Planet Ltd, in this Selenium 4 tutorial. Explore advanced techniques for handling OTP Email Passwordless Authentication and OTP Email Passwordless Authentication Automation via TestMu AI.

Events

Event: TestExpo and Agile, DevOps & Low Code Expo

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Join us on October 19, 2023, at TestExpo and Agile, DevOps & Low Code Expo, a premier event uniting experts, thought leaders and practitioners to delve into Agile, DevOps, and testing. Gain insights, network, and advance your skills to lead in the software development world. Register now to be part of the future!