What are the best strategies and practices in software testing?

A comprehensive and effective software test strategy consists of automated, manual, and exploratory tests. These tests lead to reduced risks and therefore, quicker iterations to release. Strong software testing strategies regard testing as a combined effort of the developers, the testing team and the customer. Empowering the developers and the testing teams in the test structure, keeps incoming bugs away from disturbing the code. Such a strategy ensures a bug free and quality oriented work process.

One of the most important elements that contribute to the success of software development is a deliverable result. Keeping the customers engaged with regular releases leads to timely feedback. Meeting the feedback with quick responses makes successful releases.

Test engineers ensure bug free quality of the release. They show correspondence of the features of the release and the requirements of the customers. Therefore, at every iteration even with specific features, customer requirements are met.

Following practices adopted by test engineers ensure quality delivery:

Early Feedback: Including the testing team early on in the process cycle garners early feedback and therefore early rectification of elements and meeting specific requirements with perfection.

Synchronized Team-work: Engineers in the Software testing process meet the requirements of the development team faster by taking charge of quality output in automated test framework.

Expert inputs: While building a feature, the development team might not always find the best test cases. Software test engineers, as a part of the team, improve the feature by adding new ideas to the test cases. By making certain practices a regular fit in the processes, test teams also introduce most suitable practices to an organization.

Adaptability in testing: A development team might be in constant requirement of quick checks and feedback. Quick and expert feedback from the engineers in a software testing team can prove very critical especially in tough cases where automated tests are not favorable.

Sharing of responsibilities: Teams grow with shared responsibilities. When software test engineers and development teams share responsibilities, it gives an insight into varied perspectives and hence improves the process culture and also the feature release.

The development team and the software testing team together build a strong software. It is the responsibility of the software testers to identify potential risks and ensure a smooth process. A healthy software strategy requires tests across levels. This helps in successfully delivering new features and ensuring a hassle-free release. If you would like to know more about our independent software testing services, do get in touch with us on our website.

Hey, I am Roberto Romello, Senior Test Manager working with Testree, an independent testing division of Nous Infosystems. I have a blended experience in manual and automation in the software testing industry.