Testing Experts with Opinions

Testing Experts with Opinions

Welcome to Testing Experts with Opinions, an Inspired Testing podcast aimed at creating conversations about trends, tools, and technology in the software testing space.

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December 11, 2024 260 mins

In this insightful episode, Ezanne Grobler from Qualiblaze shares her expertise on testing metrics, exploring their impact on quality assurance. Learn about the balance between quantitative data and storytelling, the alignment of metrics with business objectives, and how to manage stakeholder expectations effectively. Ezanne also highlights the risks of focusing solely on numbers and the value of presenting a holistic narrative. ...

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Welcome to this episode of "Testing Experts with Opinions," where we delve into the speculative future of software testing over the next decade and beyond. This week, we're taking a creative approach, asking our experts to explore what the world of testing might look like in 10 to 15 years.

Join us as Jéhan and Steve employ their AI tools of choice to conjure up imaginative scenarios of testing's evolution. From conscious AI tester...

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In this episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, we discuss the final three stages of a Scrum process: sprint demos and retrospectives, deploying completed work, and project closure. - Who should lead sprint demos? - How can we ensure effective lessons learned sessions? - And what role do testers play in post-deployment handovers?

We also explore the importance of creating a culture where quality is everyone's responsibility. ...

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In this episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, we delve into the pivotal role of QA within a Scrum team. Continuing from Part 1, we explore in-sprint activities such as test planning, backlog grooming, pair testing, and defect management.

Our experts discuss the importance of integrating QA into every step of the Scrum process to improve communication, collaboration, and overall product quality.

Key insights include the benefits...

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In this episode, our experts dive into the role of QA within a Scrum team, discussing internal infographics and diagrams on best practices.

We explore the importance of a test plan, how to integrate QA tasks within Agile frameworks, and the challenges of ensuring stable test environments. Our panel debates the implications of separating development and testing activities across sprints, considering the impact on team collaboration ...

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Welcome to this episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, where our hosts delve into the crucial topic of accessibility testing in the software industry. This often-overlooked aspect of testing is becoming increasingly important due to rising regulations in the UK and US, as well as the need to create inclusive digital experiences.

Our experts discuss the fundamental differences between accessibility and usability testing, highlig...

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Welcome to Testing Experts with Opinions, an inspired testing podcast aimed at creating conversations about trends, tools, and technology in the software testing space. In this episode, we delve into the value of testing and how to quantify it. We discuss various mechanisms to measure testing effectiveness, such as production defect counts and cost implications, and explore the immeasurable benefits testing brings to an organizatio...

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Welcome to another episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, your go-to podcast for conversations about trends, tools, and technology in the software testing space. In this episode, we dive into a topic that often sparks debate: the ISTQB certification.

Our panel of experts discusses the merits and drawbacks of obtaining an ISTQB certification, particularly at the foundation level. Is it just a theoretical exercise, or does it off...

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Welcome to the sixth episode of Testing Experts with Opinions with the spotlight on the profound significance of mentorship in software testing. Packed with captivating insights and anecdotes, our expert panel underscores the distinction between mentoring and having a 'buddy', along with exploring the interactive nature of mentoring relationships.

With the panel's credible experiences as mentors and mentees, the episode underscores...

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In the fourth episode of our Testing Experts series, our panel offers a comprehensive exploration of a critical concept in software testing, test maturity. Joined by a new panel member and esteemed consultant, Mr. Stephen Platten, we delve into the various facets of test maturity, highlighting its crucial role in determining an organisation's proficiency in the testing arena. Our discussions touch on the importance of test maturity...

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Welcome to another installment of the "Testing Experts with Opinions" podcast! This episode dives deep into the evolving role of Test Managers in modern software development, specifically in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

The conversation begins with a discussion around the traditional role of Test Managers in software development structured under Waterfall models. The panel then transitions into examining the changing responsi...

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In this insightful episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, we examine the shifting landscape of software testing roles and qualifications expected by 2024. We talk about the integration of automation into traditional roles, the increasing demand for quality engineers, and the rise of 'full-stack engineers'. We also venture into the fascinating realm of AI in testing, discuss various training paths for testers, and consider the fu...

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Welcome to the very first episode of the Testing Experts with Opinions podcast for 2024 (Part 1) - a dynamic platform for engaging discussions about software testing trends, tools, and technology. This episode highlights a detailed introduction of the Inspired Testing team members and their significant roles, including test architects Stephan Coetzee and Mamatla Rantidi, data testing specialist Mathew Zungu, training-focused head o...

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Inspired Testing's Training Manager Louise Gilbert chats to Senior Automation Engineer Anusha Gopaul about her journey into quality and how she works to help other testers reach their full potential.

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Expert duo Jehan Coetzee, Head of Consulting and Architecture, and Dawie Greyling, Principal Consultant at Inspired testing discuss how to choose the right test automation tools, sharing valuable insights and tips along the way.

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