It’s impossible to test all possible criterion and scenarios when performing validation. Mathematically, it’s overwhelming! Because of our focus to reach this unobtainable goal a common error is the creation of too many test cases. Think about the issues and challenges this can cause. Without...
The following is a blog based on a previous the Quality in a Quick video episode “Creating a Testing Center of Excellence”. One of the most common requests our organization receives is to assess organizations quality assurance and quality control (software testing) efforts - people, processes,...
Over the years I’ve learned that when starting performance testing on a new, unfamiliar application, it is invaluable to create a working test as soon as possible. BAKE A LITTLE CAKE! Let me illustrate with a story from Downton Abbey. The cooks needed to bake a hugely...
Blog Tom Horsfield, April 19, 2019 INTRODUCTION Have you ever wondered why some websites load quickly and others don’t? Have I got a tool to introduce to you! WebPageTest.org is one of several free sites which can help you appreciate and analyze this very thing. You can...
The following is a blog based on the Quality in a Quick video episode “Don’t Overlook Improving Your Regression Testing” which aired on YouTube on February 12th, 2018. Watch the video here. Regression testing is a topic so common people tend to believe there's not much...
The following is a blog based on the Quality in a Quick video episode “What is Quality?” which aired on YouTube on January 8th, 2018. Watch the video here. A person’s definition of “quality” is influenced by their viewpoint and expectations. If we were to ask...
The following is a blog based on the Quality in a Quick video episode “Verification vs Validation” which aired on YouTube on January 15th, 2018. Implementing structured verification processes is one of the most cost-effective, efficient, and simplest ways an organization can improve their software testing...
