Selenium vs Watir
Choosing between these two test automation tools for an automation framework I recently got started on a client project in which I’m putting together an automation framework, where, luckily, I’ve been given some objectives that are quite clear to fulfill. I want to discuss one…
Automatic Checks with Scriptless Tool, Ghost Inspector
Ghost Inspector review: Tool to automate tests without the need for coding skills We just started a new project with a client from Silicon Valley in e-commerce where one of the first things we’re working on is to review their current testing strategy, and within that, their…
Understanding the Importance of Cross-Browser Testing for Modern Web Apps
In this guest post, Alexandra McPeak from SmartBear explains cross-browser testing and why it matters When it comes to consuming web content, there are more choices than ever to enjoy your own unique experience. However, this can easily be overlooked in software development. The biggest…
Losing and Regaining Confidence in Automated Tests
Why we lose faith in automated tests and what to do about it Every now and then we find ourselves meeting clients who have lost faith in the usefulness of automated tests. Not necessarily because of the quality of the tests themselves, but because many times they’re…
Shift-Left Testing in the Enterprise and the Case for Open Source
Why continuous testing and open source are a perfect match I recently visited the offices of CA Technologies (one of Abstracta’s partners) in Santa Clara, where I had the chance to discuss shift-left testing, continuous testing, and why and how to turn to open source…
[Infographic] The State of the Software Testing Profession 2015-2016
Summarizing and Reflecting on the 2015-2016 “State of the Software Testing Profession” Report by TechWell Yet another survey report on the state of software testing has been published, this time by TechWell called, “The State of the Software Testing Profession 2015-2016.” You may be wondering,…
[Ebook] A Complete Introduction to Functional Test Automation
Our guide to everything you need to know before getting started with functional test automation: Introduction to Functional Test Automation It is often said that “Automating chaos just gives faster chaos,” and not only faster, but also (paraphrasing a Daft Punk song) harder, faster, stronger…chaos. Yet,…
How to Optimize Test Coverage in the Long-Term
Our method for improving test coverage over multiple test cycles We want to test as much code as humanly (or mechanically) possible right? Yes and no. For each test cycle, it’s important to consider multiple strategies for measuring test coverage and to put a system…
How to Avoid False Positives and False Negatives in Test Automation
Make sure you can trust the results of your test automation When dealing with automation, one of its most delicate subjects is the results that lie, otherwise known as false positives and false negatives. Those who have already automated know this to be an issue…
White Paper: 10 Mistakes Companies Make When Outsourcing Software Testing
Outsourcing Software Testing Do’s and Don’ts With software testing accounting for 35% of IT budgets in 2015 (according to the World Quality report 2015-2016), it’s clear that managers are looking to maximize their test spend, making the most of each dollar by testing as efficiently and…
9 New Year Resolutions Every Software Tester Should Have for 2016
Some things testers can do to be successful in 2016 New year, new you! Isn’t that what they all say? Well, here are some software testing new year resolutions to become a better, more hirable tester and to help your company succeed in 2016 based…
Validating Modified Data in Test Automation
The importance of validating modified data in automation In test automation of any kind, we end up automatically simulating (with a tool or with a fragment of code) the action that a user would execute on the system (in the broadest meaning of the word…
