The Role of Business Analysts in User Acceptance Tests: Identifying Test Cases That Work

The Role of Business Analysts in User Acceptance Tests: Identifying Test Cases That Work

Writing effective test cases is a key task in software projects. Defects that trickle into the production environment can lead to a massive and public project failure so it is extremely important that test cases are well thought out, comprehensive and feasible. Good test cases can save a lot of time and reduce hesitation.

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The Role of Business Analysts in UAT Sessions

The Role of Business Analysts in UAT Sessions

User Acceptance Testing (UAT) is a phase in the software development life cycle where the intended users of a system participate in validating that the solution meets their needs. There are varying perspectives to the definition of UAT. While some see the UAT as a “test of requirements”, others argue that the same deficiencies missed in the framing of requirements will be missed during testing if this philosophy is adopted.

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6 Cool Steps to Improved Software Testing

6 Cool Steps to Improved Software Testing

You've probably heard the saying: “Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder”; software developers should always keep this in mind. Once an application or solution is released, it is used by millions of customers. Therefore, its beauty should appeal to the needs of the “beholders”. The challenge often lies in the fact that everyone has different expectations and tastes. Consequently, if a system fails to satisfy the majority of users, all the time, money and effort spent on its development would have been in vain. The onus is therefore on testers and analysts who validate solutions, to ensure that the solution satisfies the needs and desires of the targeted users - Guest Post By Prashant Chambakara.

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Is Automated Software Testing the Way to Go?

Is Automated Software Testing the Way to Go?

Testing is a crucial part of software development projects as it reveals the true quality of software products. If there are any bugs or coding errors in the system, software testing can reveal those flaws and help to deliver effective applications. However, deciding whether to take the manual or automated testing route is usually the challenge - Guest Post By Prashant Chambakara.

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Can A Tester Without Coding Skills Perform Testing?

Can A Tester Without Coding Skills Perform Testing?

To meet the demands of quick product delivery, companies want to perform testing at a faster pace. At present, recruiters are torn between demanding for testers with good coding knowledge and those without. It is obvious that a tester who has to spend time writing automated test codes will take a longer time. So, the question is - Can a tester without coding skills perform testing? Guest Post By Prashant Chambakara

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