Still relying on handoffs between product owners, developers, and testers?
In our latest article we argue: Let those who define the requirements automate the tests.
Modern tools make it possible. Cultural change makes it powerful.
#QualityAssurance #TestAutomation #ProductOwner #LowCode #Agile #NoCodeTesting #DevOps #SoftwareQuality
Write tests not because you don’t trust your code — but because you do.
Testing isn’t a chore.
It’s a sign of care and confidence.
✅ Catch bugs before users do
✅ Document expected behavior
✅ Refactor without fear
✅ Build with peace of mind
Good tests make great code sustainable.
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Been thinking about how using LLMs is starting to feel… normal?
Even though I know they’re flawed (biased, wasteful, incorrect sometimes) I still use them. And I’m not the only one.
I wrote a little about the tension that I'm feeling with using a tool I know is broken because it’s powerful and useful.
I try to be thoughtful with my use but am curious how others are navigating this too
https://theproductmindedqa.com/p/half-baked-fully-shipped-the-tradeoffs-im-making-with-ai
Join us for the first EVERSE Webinar!
“Building the Landscape of Software Quality and Defining Software Quality Indicators”
Learn how EVERSE is shaping best practices in research software quality through its RSQKit initiative.
Date: 15 Apr 2025 | Time: 10:00 am CET | Format: Online
We are thrilled to welcome Michael Larsen back to the CAST Stage to share his extensive knowledge around accessibility testing in two fantastic sessions.
Learn more on our substack: associationforsoftwaretesting.substack.com/p/cast-2025-...
Product vs Tech: The Endless Battlefield
The war between Product & Engineering? It's not inevitable. It's a choice. A choice to overload engineers with business problems instead of letting them solve technical ones. A choice to force cross-functional teams without aligning timelines.
And the result?
❌ Slow product development
❌ Fragile systems
❌ Burnt-out engineers
❌ Sky-high costs
We tell engineers to "understand the business".
But we never ask business to "understand engineering".
We train engineers to sell priorities instead of owning their craft.
Software development becomes a negotiation instead of an engineering discipline.
And then we wonder why systems rot. 🤦♂️
"You Build It, You Run It".
"You Code It, You Ship It".
Buzzwords that actually mean:
🤑 "You Do Everything, We Cut Costs."
Would you hire an musician to cook, clean, and build your house?
No? Then why expect engineers to be full-stack, infra experts, DevOps, security pros & business strategists simultaneously?
💡 Specialization isn't old-fashioned. It's necessary.
💡 Engineering, UI/UX, Infrastructure. They are services to each other.
💡 Stop mixing worlds. Let experts master their craft.
🛑 Hiring isn't broken because of a "talent shortage".
It's broken because of delusional expectations.
You want quality products?
✔ Let engineers engineer.
✔ Let designers design.
✔ Let infrastructure teams handle infra.
If people aren't drowning in work that isn't theirs, they will naturally grow beyond their roles.
But force it?
You'll get:
❌ Burnouts
❌ Legacy code
❌ A team that stops caring
I grew up in tech step by step. The enforcement to do everything at once blocked & blinded me for years.
Fix the environment or enjoy the chaos you created. Your choice. 🎤
#Engineering #ProductDevelopment #TechLeadership #SoftwareQuality #LetEngineersEngineer #programming #Leadership
ISO 29119 calls #exploratory testing a testing approach in which tests are designed and executed dynamically, based on knowledge, exploration of the test object, and the results of previous tests.
An overview of the main elements of #experience-based #testing and their context can be found in the attached graphic.
Learn more: https://zurl.co/u7Ror
#softwaretesting #exploratorytesting #softwarequality #agile
"Software quality is more the result of a system designed to produce quality, and not so much the result of individual performance."
#softwareengineering #softwarequality
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At the 6th Helmholtz Research Software Forum at @fzj we discussed software quality and future directions for research software at Helmholtz.
💬 Today highlighted the fantastic initiatives JuRSE, HiRSE and eVerse 👏
🙏 Many thanks to Claire Wyatt, René Caspart and @GuidoJuckeland for their insightful talks!
#Helmholtz #ResearchSoftware #OpenScience #SoftwareQuality @helmholtz @HelmholtzOpenScienceOffice
Excited for the 6th Helmholtz Research Software Forum at @fzj
👥 with Discussions on the Helmholtz Quality Indicator for Software Products, Helmholtz Research Software Directory, different Helmholtz software projects and next steps for the Task Group Research Software
🌐 https://events.hifis.net/event/2019/overview / https://helmholtz.software
➡️ organized by the Task Group Research Software and @HelmholtzOpenScienceOffice
#Helmholtz #ResearchSoftware #OpenScience #SoftwareQuality @helmholtz
Writing an effective bug report is crucial for the efficient resolution of software issues. Here are some tips to help you write clear and effective bug reports.
Performance testing is essential for ensuring that an application operates smoothly under different conditions, offering users a seamless experience. By establishing clear objectives, utilizing the appropriate tools, and thoroughly analyzing test results, you can optimize your software to manage expected workloads effectively.
#PerformanceTesting #SoftwareTesting #SoftwareQuality #TestingTools #TestAutomation #LoadTesting
Sonos is one company I really hope can turn things around and survive the corporate self-harm, "efficiency" measures, and enshittification path that their investors, board, and executives have pushed them toward.
#EngineeringExcellence #SoftwareQuality #CustomerExperience #TechLeadership #CorporateCulture #Sonos #WakeUpCall
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LONG FORM INTERVIEW DROP
Listen in to a topic that is "infinitely deep in all directions" [Jon's words].
Jon is extremely knowledgeable and patient, so you will learn a lot.
Listen via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more https://timclicks.dev/podcast/reliable-software-an-interview-with-jon-gjengset
All these bugs start to drive me crazy. Why the fuck is the timer resetting when I just want to quickly check something?
#apple #ios #softwarequality
🚀 Master the Art of Regression Testing!
Struggling to keep your software stable with every new release? Our ultimate guide to Software Regression Testing is here to help! 💻
✅ Learn how to plan a robust regression testing strategy.
✅ Stay ahead with trends like AI-driven testing and self-healing scripts.
👉 Read now and level up your testing game: https://thatquality.blog/software-regression-testing-the-hidden-reality/
🚀 Got insights on software quality? 🚀
We’re looking for contributors to help build the ultimate resource for software testing and QA! Share your experiences, suggest topics, or write a guest post.
👉 Read more and join the conversation: https://thatquality.blog/join-the-conversation-share-your-insights-on-software-quality/
#SoftwareQuality #GuestPost #TestingFrameworks #QABlog #AutomationTesting
RT @Steve "ardalis" Smith: Why does software quality matter for businesses? Why does it matter for customers? Does it really matter for devs? 🤔 I talk about this and more on this episode of #SoftwareEngineeringRadio: https://t.co/4kEgJf2gUA
#SoftwareQuality #testing #podcast #DevCommunity #architecture
Software Engineering Radio 637: Steve Smith on Software Quality.
#podcast #softwaredev #devcommunity #architecture #softwarequality
https://se-radio.net/2024/10/se-radio-637-steve-smith-on-software-quality/
"Memory safety vulnerabilities remain a pervasive threat to software security."
Im Jahr 2024 fällt das jemand auf, soso. Java hat diese Art von Fehlern bereits im Jahr 1996 komplett abgeschafft. Seitdem wird gemäkelt, es sei langsam, was seit geschätzt 2006 auch nicht mehr stimmt. Und Garbage Collection sei langsam, worüber jeder lacht, der da mal in ein gutes Buch schaut.
https://security.googleblog.com/2024/09/eliminating-memory-safety-vulnerabilities-Android.html
#java #memorysafety #garbagecollection #softwarequality #security
