Welcome to the 164th edition of Coding Jag brought to you by TestMu AI!👐
The 164th edition of Coding Jag opens with a thought-provoking question that challenges conventional wisdom: 'Is Agile Testing a Dirty Word?' Agile testing, a fundamental aspect of Agile software development, has been a subject of ongoing debate and evolution.
This edition aims to dissect the complexities surrounding Agile testing, shedding light on its nuances and the changing role of testers in the context of modern software development.
As Agile methodologies continue to shape the software development industry, it's crucial to reassess our perceptions of Agile testing and adapt to the ever-evolving demands of the field. Inviting readers to question assumptions, embrace change, and stay ahead in the fast-paced world of testing and development.
News
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testmu.ai
Amy E. Reichert stresses the value of using real data and analytics to make software testing more efficient. This approach ensures that tests are prioritized well, balancing quality with speedy delivery. She also highlights how analytics can guide test prioritization and benefit software testing teams today.
5 min readvenkatramakrishnan.com
Explore how Venkat Ramakrishnan reflects on the role of software testing and quality as a business service, discussing the challenges and opportunities of managing testing teams in different contexts and the focus on how it integrates with modern business practices.
5 min readmedium.com
Halil Kiracı's kicks off a series focusing on essential methods for QA engineers in the fast-paced software development industry. He further talks about the importance of understanding developers' perspectives, championing quality, shaping implementation, and embracing automation to thrive in the role of a QA engineer within a development team.
5 min readlisacrispin.com
Join Lisa Crispin in exploring optimal QA engineer structures in software development. She weighs the pros and cons of testers reporting to development or a separate manager. Her suggestion? A hybrid approach: testers within cross-functional teams, supported by quality leads at the director and manager levels for enhanced quality initiatives.
5 min readcakehurstryan.com
Callum delves into the debate around the term 'agile testing' and its implications. He explores various viewpoints, discusses the essence of agile testing, addresses potential misunderstandings, and emphasizes the importance of adaptable testing approaches within agile environments.
Performance
4 min readtestinggarage.blogspot.com
Join Ravisuriya, aka Testing Garage, as he delves into the world of testing bottlenecks. He underscores the crucial role of test engineers in recognizing and tackling performance bottlenecks. He further highlights the importance of self-awareness and continuous learning, urging testers to conquer their personal obstacles before taking on system-related challenges.
Automation
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Ever wondered how to streamline and enhance your automated testing in Selenium Java? Faisal Khatri's blog spills the beans on using the @FindBy annotation and the Page Factory Model for a smoother testing journey. The article also explains the usage of @FindBy, @FindBys, @FindAll, and @CacheLookup annotations in Selenium Java for efficient test automation.
9 min readtestguild.com
Joe Colantonio and Joel Montvelisky reveal how AI can transform test management by improving decision-making, risk analysis, and testing optimization. They showcase real-world examples and emphasize that AI is a valuable ally, not a replacement, for testers in test management.
9 min readglebbahmutov.com
Gleb Bahmutov discusses the strategic placement of test ids (e.g., data-testid, data-cy) in web markup to simplify element selection and verification in Cypress end-to-end and component tests. By using explicit test ids, developers can ensure test stability and easily locate related test specs, ultimately enhancing the testing process.
9 min readtestingtitbits.com
Rahul Parwal shares his priceless advice for automation project enthusiasts, stressing the need for realistic expectations, effective training, meaningful testing tasks, and code quality maintenance. His practical dos and don'ts list is a valuable guide for automation success, catering to both novices and seasoned professionals.
Tools
8 min readmedium.com
Amr Salem shares methods to integrate a PostgreSQL database with Playwright for end-to-end tests. While caution is needed, this can be essential when you require prerequisite data for tests and no API endpoints are available. Learn approaches for managing database integration with Playwright, using client connections with test fixtures or pool connections with project dependencies.
8 min readgrafana.com
Learn how xk6-disruptor, an extension for Grafana k6, helps engineers test and reproduce failures in distributed systems with Roberto Santalla. This powerful tool aids in enhancing application reliability and understanding how services behave when dependencies do not meet expectations.
Video & Podcast
25 mintestmu.ai
Don't miss this insightful session featuring Bhavya Aggarwal, Founder & CEO zipBoard, and Harshit Paul, Director of Product Marketing, TestMu AI in the TestMu AI Experience (XP) Series webinar. They reveal how the relationship between client feedback and quality assurance shapes exceptional web design. Learn about client expectations, robust QA, and enhancing customer experiences.
29 min readtestingpeers.com
Join the Testing Peers podcast First Impressions as hosts David, Chris, Dermot, and new host Sanne discuss first impressions and reputations that precede you. They explore how external opinions and social media presence can impact your reputation when joining a project or team and share their own experiences and stories related to first impressions. 🚀
Events
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Get ready for Katalon Test(H)Ops 2023 in Bangalore this November! It's a fantastic networking event, uniting Katalon, TestMu AI, partners, customers, and the local testing community. Hosted by industry experts, it's your chance to dive into the software testing world and explore the latest AI-driven features. Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet the best in the field!