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Gherkin Language: User Stories and Scenarios
Gherkin language is a simple yet effective syntax for describing the specifics of your User Stories. Although Gherkin's Given-When-Then structure has been available for over a decade, many groups still don't make use of it. Meaning of the Term "User Story"User stories describe what a user does or needs to accomplish by describing functionality or a… Continue reading Gherkin Language: User Stories and Scenarios
What Is Gherkin & How Do You Write Gherkin Tests?
When it comes to writing and testing software, teams have a lot of alternatives. How do you know what syntax to use and which testing solution is best for you? In this post, we'll look at how to utilize Gherkin and Gherkin tests. We'll go through the syntax, how to construct a test, and the benefits and drawbacks. Under the appropriate… Continue reading What Is Gherkin & How Do You Write Gherkin Tests?
5 Favorite Web Apps To Practice Test Automation
We recently talked with one of our clients and asked him about some recommendations to get introduced to practicing Test Automation. He advised us that he always requires an acceptable application under test whenever he needs to undertake some test automation-related exercise or proof of concept. There are a hundred various sample apps available, and… Continue reading 5 Favorite Web Apps To Practice Test Automation
10 Real Case Examples for Software Test Plans
Software testing is a critical phase in the software development lifecycle, ensuring that the final product meets the desired quality standards. To effectively test software, developers create test plans that outline the specific testing activities to be performed. This blog post explores real-world case examples of various software test plans, providing insights into their practical applications. 1.… Continue reading 10 Real Case Examples for Software Test Plans
6 Software Quality Metrics that Truly Matter
Overview Ensuring the quality of your products is paramount in software development. This involves rigorous software testing, monitoring, and analysis throughout the development lifecycle. One powerful tool at your disposal is software quality metrics. These metrics provide valuable insights into the health and performance of your software projects, helping you make informed decisions and continuously improve… Continue reading 6 Software Quality Metrics that Truly Matter
When should Regression Testing be performed?
Regression Testing has its importance with regards to software maintenance. Its primary goal is to discover bugs across the system that were missed during first rollout of a new feature. After our Regression Testing Definitive Guide or our post analyzing the differences between Regression Testing, Unit Testing and Re-Testing, it is good to know the best moment to… Continue reading When should Regression Testing be performed?
Software Testing Reports: 7 Essential Steps
In the dynamic landscape of software development, where agility and precision are paramount, testing reports emerge as a cornerstone for quality assurance, tracking progress, and fostering effective communication among stakeholders. Let's embark on a journey to explore the intricacies of testing reports, unraveling their significance, types, content, and the tools that can elevate your reporting game.… Continue reading Software Testing Reports: 7 Essential Steps
Practical Guide to Defect management in Software Testing
Introduction In the dynamic realm of software development, defect management plays a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. A structured approach to identifying, documenting, and resolving defects not only enhances software quality but also optimizes resources and timelines. This guide delves into the essentials of defect management, tailored for QA professionals,… Continue reading Practical Guide to Defect management in Software Testing
Cucumber and Gherkin Language Best Practices
BDD or Behavior Driven Development is a development approach, but even if you don't utilize it, we think Cucumber (or a comparable tool) is useful since it "pushes" you to document your automated tests before implementing them.Cucumber is another traditional Selenium substitute, but there are some significant differences between the two systems. Cucumber is an automation tool for behavior-driven development (BDD),… Continue reading Cucumber and Gherkin Language Best Practices
When you should not be using Selenium for Testing
There are a wide variety of automated testing tools available, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Automating tasks requires careful consideration of the tool's capabilities and constraints before final selection. We recently wondered in our blog if there is a better alternative to Selenium. Consider whether or not the tool you've chosen has… Continue reading When you should not be using Selenium for Testing
Best practices on How to write effective Test Cases in Software Testing
In the dynamic world of software development, quality is paramount. Every line of code, every feature, every functionality needs to be meticulously evaluated to ensure a flawless user experience. This is where test cases come in – the unsung heroes of the development process. These detailed instructions when you create test cases, act as a… Continue reading Best practices on How to write effective Test Cases in Software Testing
Best Unit Testing Frameworks in Selenium for Test Automation
Unit testing ensures that every feature or component of a program functions as intended. Unit testing is carried out by developers during the development sprint stages. This assists them in identifying and correcting tiny faults that might lead to larger issues in later stages. Previously, conducting unit tests on a built module was a time-consuming and… Continue reading Best Unit Testing Frameworks in Selenium for Test Automation
Different types of Selenium WebDriver Common Exceptions
Developers and Testers use an exception handling framework to handle an exception in Selenium scripts. The diagram below depicts the different types of Exceptions that we commonly face while working with Selenium WebDriver: Before understanding the different types of Exceptions that we may face while working with Selenium WebDriver, I will first explain the term… Continue reading Different types of Selenium WebDriver Common Exceptions
Top 10 Selenium Exceptions and How to Handle Them
Automation testing has become an essential part of software development. One of the most widely used tools in this domain is Selenium. However, as with any programming framework, Selenium comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to exceptions as we explained in our previous article: Different types of Selenium WebDriver Exceptions.… Continue reading Top 10 Selenium Exceptions and How to Handle Them
Regression Testing Best Practices: Risk Management Guide 2025
Picture this: You’ve just deployed a new feature at work, and you’re buzzing with excitement. But suddenly, you hear whispers of a critical bug in the old functionality. That gut-wrenching moment reminds us how important it is to address regression testing. In this post, we’ll delve into the legacy views of regression testing, explore its modern implications, and highlight why risk management is the real MVP in ensuring robust software development.
Guide to Regression Testing: Example Test Plan & Best Practices
Recently we discussed how to boost testing efficiency with free test plan templates, QA professionals are better equipped to follow best practices and industry standards when there is standardization and consistency, which lowers the risk of supervision and guarantees that all required components are tested In the fast-paced world of software development, maintaining the quality and stability… Continue reading Guide to Regression Testing: Example Test Plan & Best Practices
Test Plan vs Test Strategy: Best Practices, Examples, and Pros & Cons
When it comes to ensuring software quality, having a well-defined Test Plan and Test Strategy is crucial. As a software developer or QA professional, understanding the differences between these two concepts and how to write a Test Plan or execute a test strategy effectively can significantly improve your testing process. In today’s fast-paced software development world, particularly with the rise of Shift… Continue reading Test Plan vs Test Strategy: Best Practices, Examples, and Pros & Cons
Playwright Regression Testing Test Plan: Best Practices & Tools
In the dynamic world of software development, ensuring that applications remain stable and functional as they evolve is crucial. This is where regression testing plays a vital role, especially when employing powerful test automation tools like Playwright. For software developers and QA professionals, creating a detailed test plan for regression testing using Playwright can significantly enhance… Continue reading Playwright Regression Testing Test Plan: Best Practices & Tools
An Overview of Pull Request Processes in Testing
One method that developers use to submit code modifications for evaluation is known as pull requests (PRs). We discussed the advantages of testing PRs in software development in a previous post but before merging into the main branch, they give team members a chance to talk about the changes, make suggestions, and accept or reject the code.… Continue reading An Overview of Pull Request Processes in Testing
Gherkin, BDD, and Cucumber: A Practical Guide to Behavior-Driven Development
In the evolving landscape of software testing, Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) has emerged as a powerful methodology for improving collaboration between technical and non-technical team members. However, the implementation of BDD tools like Gherkin and Cucumber often falls short of their intended purpose. Let's explore how to effectively use these tools and avoid common pitfalls. 1. Understanding BDD:… Continue reading Gherkin, BDD, and Cucumber: A Practical Guide to Behavior-Driven Development
Playwright vs Selenium: The Ultimate Guide to Modern Test Automation (2025)
The landscape of test automation is constantly evolving, with Playwright and Selenium standing as two prominent frameworks in 2025. According to recent statistics, while Selenium maintains its position as the most widely used automation framework with a 39% market share, Playwright has shown remarkable growth, increasing its adoption by 235% in the past year. "Organizations are increasingly… Continue reading Playwright vs Selenium: The Ultimate Guide to Modern Test Automation (2025)
Comprehensive Guide to Test Case Management with TestQuality
In today's rapidly evolving software testing landscape, maintaining high-quality assurance standards is more critical than ever. Test Case Management plays a pivotal role in ensuring that software meets user expectations and functions flawlessly. Whether you're a QA professional, a software tester, or a developer, understanding and effectively implementing Test Case Management can significantly impact your project's success.… Continue reading Comprehensive Guide to Test Case Management with TestQuality
A Comprehensive Guide to Test Plans and Test Strategies
In the dynamic world of software testing, clear communication and meticulous planning are paramount. Two crucial documents are essential in this process: the test plan and the test strategy. In our previous blog post, How To Create A Test Plan (Steps, Examples, & Template), we explored the essential components of a test plan and provided a step-by-step guide to… Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide to Test Plans and Test Strategies
ChatGPT Impact on Software Testing Practices
Open AI developed Chat GPT, an auto-generative technology for AI chatbots to use in providing online customer support. It employs Natural Language Processing (NLP) and has been trained to generate conversational responses. Textbooks, webpages, and other materials serve as its data source, from which it models its own language for reacting to human contact. When it comes… Continue reading ChatGPT Impact on Software Testing Practices
Using Test Data in Software Testing
Test parameterization is a powerful testing technique that enables you to execute the same test case with multiple sets of data. Instead of creating separate test cases for different input values, parameterization allows you to maintain a single test case while validating how your application handles various scenarios. This approach not only reduces test maintenance… Continue reading Using Test Data in Software Testing
Effective Test Strategy. 5 Best Practices & Real Case Examples
In today's fast-paced software development landscape, delivering high-quality assurance applications is paramount. A well-crafted test strategy plays a pivotal role in ensuring that your software meets the desired standards of functionality, performance, and reliability. Unlike a test plan, which focuses on the granular details of a specific project, a test strategy provides a high-level roadmap for testing… Continue reading Effective Test Strategy. 5 Best Practices & Real Case Examples
Guide to Choose the Right Free Test Plan Template
Before diving into template selection, it's crucial to grasp the essence of a test plan. It's a blueprint outlining the testing strategy, objectives, scope, resources, and schedule for a software project. A well-crafted test plan ensures efficient testing, reduces defects, and improves product quality. 1. The Importance of a Test Plan Template A test plan… Continue reading Guide to Choose the Right Free Test Plan Template
Rollbar vs Sentry vs Bugsnag. What are the differences?
After the application is up and running, we need to check error tracking when any errors or problems are raised. This has resulted in the proliferation of various error monitoring tools.Investigating the similarities and differences between these error-tracking applications will provide the answers to these questions and more: What is the meaning of an error tracking tool?… Continue reading Rollbar vs Sentry vs Bugsnag. What are the differences?
Visual Regression Testing with Playwright Vs. Others
What is Playwright? Playwright is a Microsoft-created NodeJS package with capabilities that are quite similar to Puppeteer. Both libraries enable you to automate browser-based tasks. With Playwright, you can launch or connect to a Chrome, Edge, Safari, or Firefox browser and exchange instructions. The DevTools protocol (for Chrome browsers) and a bespoke protocol (for Firefox and… Continue reading Visual Regression Testing with Playwright Vs. Others
Quality Assurance: Models, Stages & Processes
How can you be confident that your product is excellent, and what does Quality Assurance testing entail? Testing a software product for bugs, defects and general effectiveness saves you money and improves your software delivery reputation but what are the main models, stages and processes that are involved in the QA process? We answering it by… Continue reading Quality Assurance: Models, Stages & Processes
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