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Testers, how can you prepare for Black Friday? @MarcusMerrell suggests running real practice drills. Build an environment as close to production as possible and simulate an outage with your team to see how prepared you really are. These drills help reveal issues in your response process that you might not realize until it’s too late. By practicing in a realistic environment, your teams get more confidence handling real-world outages.

Delivering high-quality digital experiences during the holiday season is crucial, with 30% of annual revenue on the line. Developers need scalable, secure, and compliant infrastructure to ensure smooth releases and easy software testing. However, over 60% of developers admit to releasing untested code to meet deadlines, risking bugs and jeopardizing customer experience and revenue. Listen to the discussion about how to mitigate risk, catch bugs earlier, and test securely at scale in preparation for a busy holiday season.

Is manual testing enough to keep up with the speed of modern development? @Allen Loew from Progressive Leasing explains that while there’s still a place for manual testing in specific cases, automation is becoming a necessity. Automation helps teams maintain the velocity required to meet deadlines. As projects grow in complexity and size, automation is essential to manage large volumes of tests and data efficiently.

In an industry where speed is everything, manual testing alone may not cut it. In this episode, Jason Baum and Marcus Merrell are joined by Allen Loew, Principal Quality Engineer at Progressive Leasing, to discuss the changing roles of testers and why automation is no longer optional. Allen shares his experiences with the transition from manual to automated testing, offering insights on the best balance between the two approaches. You'll also hear about the value of exploratory testing, the impact of automation on scalability, and how QA teams can thrive by embracing new tools and practices.

Testing Frameworks – How to Choose One That Works for You and Your Team Struggling to pick the right testing framework? In this pre-recorded session of Sauce Labs Office Hours, join Diego Molina, Developer Advocate, as he breaks down the key factors to consider when selecting a testing framework for your team. Learn how to evaluate frameworks based on your project needs, team size, and tech stack to make the best choice for efficient and reliable test automation.

Complying with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) isn’t just about meeting regulations—it’s about building better products for everyone. @AmyJune Hineline and @Marcus Merrell offer key tips for achieving EAA compliance: Watch the latest episode of Test Case Scenario for practical tips on making your products accessible and compliant with the EAA.

Office Hours: Intro to Mobile Testing with Emulators and Simulators Want to optimize your mobile testing strategy? Join us for this pre-recorded session of Sauce Labs Open Office Hours, featuring developer advocate Titus Fortner as he takes a deep dive into mobile testing using emulators and simulators on Sauce Labs. Learn the best practices for mobile test automation and how to effectively balance speed, cost, and reliability in your testing workflows.

Accessibility training isn’t an optional add-on—it’s an essential part of professional development. @AmyJuneHineline explains why accessibility should be prioritized just like learning new programming standards: Watch the latest episode of Test Case Scenario to learn why making accessibility training a priority is crucial for all development teams.

Building accessible products isn’t just about compliance—it’s about education. @AmyJuneHineline explains how the biggest challenge for companies is teaching teams to prioritize accessibility from the start. It’s not just about following guidelines; it’s about making accessibility part of your development culture through proper training and clear standards. Invest in education now to ensure your teams are prepared for the future of accessibility.

Think accessibility doesn’t impact loyalty? @AmyJuneHineline says it’s just the opposite—when disabled users find accessible websites, they keep coming back. But if they find barriers, they leave for good. Here's why accessibility drives customer loyalty: Learn how making your digital products accessible can build lasting customer relationships on the latest episode of Test Case Scenario.