Automated Software Testing Basics: FAQ

Most QA pros believe automated software testing has value. But questions about which tests to automate, which ones should remain manual and what pitfalls to watch out for often stand in the way of getting started.

Know more about Testing Automation

Friendly tools and apps for testers

Software Testers can use many apps, scripts and tools available to make their life easy and exciting.

A few that I really like are

1. Jnario:  Test framework for Java focusing on the design and documentation aspects of testing
2. Plunk is an easy way to test where clicks happen on a mobile phone.
3. DoneDone – Interesting but  Issue tracker!
4. Jumble - Java tool for  measuring the effectiveness and coverage of JUnit test suites
5. Evernote – Helps you manage all types of content, from anywhere.  Easy to add, organise and to search
6. TestFlight - To help you get your iOS app tested

Outside food not allowed!

Two software testers went into a diner and ordered two drinks. Then they produced sandwiches from their briefcases and started to eat. The owner became quite concerned and marched over and told them, “You cannot eat your own sandwiches in here!”

The testers looked at each other, shrugged their shoulders and then exchanged sandwiches.

Be at least 25% productive at work :)

Assess your QA skills

Looking for a job is Software testing, assess your QA skills by taking these tests at SkillSign 

Just deliver what the customer needs!

Quiz on Testing Tools

Test yourself before a Software Testing job :)

Testing Tools Quiz

Learn Testing skills

A very good free online quiz on
Software Testing Techniques

Good for Freshers look for jobs in Testing

Fresher QA job at McAfee, Bangalore!

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http://www.goldjobcircle.com/common/jobDetails?jobview=5003

web site:	www.mcafee.com
Eligibility:	BS / MS in Computer science
Skills:	Java, Testing
Experience:	1 to 4 years
Location:	New Delhi / Bangalore
Job Summary:	Software QA Engineer We are looking for a QA engineer who can help us validate the next generation of security protection. This individual will work with other engineers, product managers, Dev. Engineers and Engineering Managers to validate the implementation of next generation McAfee's Security Solution. Key Responsibilities: Working closely with product management and development teams to drive quality through all stages of SDLC from design to implementation through deployment Responsible for developing automated scripts for highly optimized and effective test coverage. Write test plans and test cases for assigned features from functional specs Ensure testability in product features and measure code coverage data regularly Perform scalability and performance testing simulating real life environments through automated/white-box techniques Qualifications Required Experience/Qualification & Skills: BS in computer science or equivalent - MS preferred 1-4 years of professional software QA experience Working knowledge and hand on coding experience in any one Automation tool Hands-on Experience in Java preferred. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Expertise in any one scripting / programming language. Proactive, self-starter with the ability to accomplish tasks with limited supervision Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Contact:	Click here to Apply
Posted Date:	Aug 31, 2012

Can Manual Testers Do Automation Also?

Interesting Question!


I have personally moved form a manual tester to a pretty effective (I think :)) Test Automation Person and firmly believe that it's up to you really!


Read what  Gunasekaran Veerapillai,  competency Head in Wipro Technologies Testing Services has to say

“Test Automation is no more a niche skill” – “any good business tester with right attitude can create test automation scripts”.