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What is a Test Report? A Comprehensive Guide To Build One

At the end of every testing project, a test report is usually created to summarize the results. This report provides insights into how the test project was executed if it aligned with the initial plan, and what areas need further optimization. In this article, we’ll explore in-depth what needs to be included in a test report, as well as the key metrics that QA teams need to look at if they want to gauge their testing efficiency.

How To Build A Good Test Infrastructure?

Any (functioning) system is built upon an infrastructure. This infrastructure supports all of the functions and activities of the system. Testing is no exception. With a good test infrastructure, QA teams can speed up their testing efforts and drastically improve efficiency. In this article, we will explore the concept of test infrastructure, and how you can effectively build one.

[Women in Test] Ep.04 | Navigating the Path to Recognition

Join Nicola on a journey through the world of software testing as she shares her personal experiences and insights. From overcoming industry uncertainties to empowering women in tech, this video covers essential topics such as career control, recognition, networking strategies, and battling imposter syndrome. Packed with valuable advice and reflections, Nicola's story is a must-watch for anyone navigating the dynamic landscape of software testing.

The Real-World Impact of Shift-Left

To shift or not to shift – that is the question. If you’ve been around the software development world lately, you’ve likely heard of shift-left – the practice of integrating testing, security, and operations early in the software development lifecycle to detect issues early. This approach is meant to be a win-win-win – saving time, money, and headaches. But is it as great in practice as it sounds in theory? In this episode, we debate the real-world benefits of shift-left and get to the heart of the issue: testing well.

QonfX 2024 Rewind: Testing, AI, and the Future

We did a sort of time travel on 20th April at QonfX. If you are not one of the 3000+ people who registered for this event, it is a unique software testing conference that keeps its focus on the Future of Testing. This year was the second edition of QonfX and received even more love than the last time. Feedback like the above filled our social feeds during and post QonfX. We cannot keep a count of the number of times attendees used the words ‘eye-opening’ for the talks given by the speakers.

Mission to Mars: Building NASA's Digital Twin with Helix Core and Unreal Engine

Did you know that digital twins – built with the help of Perforce Helix Core and Unreal Engine – help propel astronauts to space? In this webinar, Ryan Maffesoli, Senior Solutions engineer at Perforce, Greg Porter, Senior Systems Architect at Sev1Tech, and Marc Aubanel, Director of Digital Media Arts & Engineering at LSU, explore this exciting process.

S1.E1: Increase quality by investing in visibility | QA Therapy Podcast

Is your development and testing team caught in a cycle of bouncing issues and bugs back and forth like a game of ping-pong? In this inaugural episode, we delve into the critical importance of visibility in your development process and its profound impact on you, your team, and your company.

Navigating Dynamics 365: Adapting Testing Strategies in the Wake of April 2024 Updates

The world of Dynamics 365 is constantly changing, and staying on top of those changes is crucial for any organization that uses it. The arrival of April 2024 brings with it a significant update, including the much-anticipated one-version rule. This has sent a wave through the Dynamics 365 community, with businesses scrambling to update and ensure compliance. While the one-version rule is a major change, some stakeholders may not yet fully grasp the impact it will have.

What's New In Loadero (April 2024)

Brace yourself for a two-month special of all things new in Loadero that were introduced in the months of March and April! Deprecation warning for Loadero API: after 01.07.2024. participant and run_participant responses will no longer contain a “media_type” field. If your usage of Loadero is dependent on the expectation that this field will be present, then we suggest removing this dependency in the near future.

Observability Meets AI: Unlocking New Frontiers in Data Collection, Analysis, and Predictions

As software systems become increasingly complex, observability — the ability to understand a system's internal state based on its external outputs — has become a critical practice for developers and operations teams. Traditional observability approaches struggle to keep up with the scale and complexity of modern applications. As the amount of telemetry data grows, it becomes expensive and complex to navigate. Enter AI and its promise to revolutionize observability.