Software testing tools success factors
The test manager must know which software test tool success factors should be assessed for each new test tool added within the test organization.
Software testing tools return on investment
The Test Manager must ensure that all software testing tools introduced add value and have a positive ROI ( return on investment ).
Requirements based testing
Besides risk based testing there are additional test management techniques: requirements based testing; model-based, reactive and methodical.
Test Conditions
Software test conditions are part of testing basics and represent an item or event of a component or system that could be verified.
Test Management in context
A central responsibility of a manager is to secure and utilize resources to carry out processes. This is why Test Management must be put in context
Risk based software testing techniques
Testing techniques are subjective depend on skills, experience and preferences of the tester. Check this guide for risk based software testing techniques
Business value of testing
While most organizations consider testing valuable few managers can quantify or articulate the business value of software testing.
Other software testing documents
Testing involves the creation of a number of other software test documents and work products besides the widely known Test Strategy and Test Plan
Risk based testing
A universal test management challenge is the proper selection, allocation and prioritization of tests. Check out an insiders view into risk based testing
Software test strategy
The software test strategy, together with the Test documentation like Test Strategy is often under the test manager responsibility.
Software testing metrics
Software testing metrics are key for a Test Manager to understand, monitor and control the test phases across test levels.
Test Implementation and Test Execution
Test Implementation and Test Execution are key tools in the arsenal of a Test Manager and should be used according to each test level.
Test Analysis and Test Design
Test analysis and test design are key tools in the arsenal of a Test Manager and should be used each according to each test level.
Software test tools selection
There are key principles for software test tools selection. The Test Manager has to adapt the required tools for the project or organization.
Managing test Reviews
Test Reviews are key for a test manager, but knowing how to manage them is golden. Especially when they bring out the best cost benefit when done right.
Defect management
Defect Management must happen across all test levels and it is critical for understanding where the quality of the product/project is and dealing with the issues/defects required to reach the test levels exit criteria. A large part of the time of a Test Manager is spent performing Defect Management.
Test Planning and Software Test Plan
A test manager knows that the key to testing process is proper test planning and the use of a test plan for each test level where deemed appropriate.
Test Entry and Exit Criteria
The test manager knows that we must must use test entry and exit criteria for each test level. On top of this, we should never forget about test closurel
UAT ( User acceptance testing ) tips and tricks
A Test Manager must know what user acceptance testing tips and tricks to use and when. As UAT is most exposed to business, these tips help you through
How to improve the software testing process
We must always strive for when working to improve the test process, regardless of the test process improvement technique used.
How to interview a tester
The Test Manager should know how to interview a tester. This software testing article tells you what I usually prepare before the tester interview.
The life cycle of a tool
The way the test manager adapts the lifecycle of a tool to the organization is art. If you want to learn more, check out this quick read on the matter
Distributed, outsourced or in-sourced testing
A test manager knows how to handle distributes, outsourced or in-sourced testing. Without such skills, in this day and age, you are helpless.
Defect reports
Defect Reporting and Defect Management are very important processes for the test manager. This is our guide to handle defect reports.
How to estimate test effort
Regardless of the expert based or metrics based technique, a test manager should know how to estimate test effort. Check out this quick intro in the matter
Informal and formal testing reviews
A test manager should know how to handle informal and formal reviews within the test process. Especially when this can be very cost effective.
Software testing basics – test phases
A Test Manager known what to do during test analysis, design, implementation and execution. If you are not sure, then read more about test phases.
