A Friendly Introduction to Software Testing

A Friendly Introduction to Software Testing
Author: Bill Laboon
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2016-02-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9781523477371

As the title states, this is a friendly introduction to software testing. It covers the basics of testing theory and terminology, how to write test plans, and how defects are found and reported. It also goes over more advanced testing topics such as performance testing, security testing, combinatorial testing and others. Written by a software engineer with more than fifteen years of software development and quality assurance experience, this book provides an industry-focused introduction to the field of software testing.

Introduction to Software Testing

Introduction to Software Testing
Author: Paul Ammann
Publisher:
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2008-01-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

Extensively class-tested, this textbook takes an innovative approach to software testing: it defines testing as the process of applying a few well-defined, general-purpose test criteria to a structure or model of the software. It incorporates the latest innovations in testing, including techniques to test modern types of software such as OO, web applications, and embedded software. The book contains numerous examples throughout. An instructor's solution manual, PowerPoint slides, sample syllabi, additional examples and updates, testing tools for students, and example software programs in Java are available on an extensive website.

Automated Software Testing

Automated Software Testing
Author: Elfriede Dustin
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional
Total Pages: 602
Release: 1999-06-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0672333848

With the urgent demand for rapid turnaround on new software releases--without compromising quality--the testing element of software development must keep pace, requiring a major shift from slow, labor-intensive testing methods to a faster and more thorough automated testing approach. Automated Software Testing is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the most effective tools, techniques, and methods for automated testing. Using numerous case studies of successful industry implementations, this book presents everything you need to know to successfully incorporate automated testing into the development process. In particular, this book focuses on the Automated Test Life Cycle Methodology (ATLM), a structured process for designing and executing testing that parallels the Rapid Application Development methodology commonly used today. Automated Software Testing is designed to lead you through each step of this structured program, from the initial decision to implement automated software testing through test planning, execution, and reporting. Included are test automation and test management guidance for: Acquiring management support Test tool evaluation and selection The automated testing introduction process Test effort and test team sizing Test team composition, recruiting, and management Test planning and preparation Test procedure development guidelines Automation reuse analysis and reuse library Best practices for test automation

Essentials of Software Testing

Essentials of Software Testing
Author: Ralf Bierig
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2021-08-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1108976484

Software testing can be regarded as an art, a craft, and a science. The practical, step-by-step approach presented in this book provides a bridge between these different viewpoints. A single worked example runs throughout, with consistent use of test automation. Each testing technique is introduced in the context of this example, helping students see its strengths and weaknesses. The technique is then explained in more detail, providing a deeper understanding of underlying principles. Finally the limitations of each technique are demonstrated by inserting faults, giving learners concrete examples of when each technique succeeds or fails in finding faults. Coverage includes black-box testing, white-box testing, random testing, unit testing, object-oriented testing, and application testing. The authors also emphasise the process of applying the techniques, covering the steps of analysis, test design, test implementation, and interpretation of results. The book's web site has programming exercises and Java source code for all examples.

Software Testing and Quality Assurance

Software Testing and Quality Assurance
Author: Kshirasagar Naik
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 800
Release: 2017-01-04
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781119194750

This book introduces the fundamental ideas in testing theory, testing techniques, testing practices and quality assurance. Software Testing and Quality Assurance: Theory and Practice covers the practices that support the production of quality software, software testing techniques, life-cycle models for requirements, defects, test cases, test results, test questions, examples, teaching suggestions, and chapter summaries. Other topics covered are; software quality assurance (SQA), SQA processes and metrics; the role of testing; basics of program testing; theory of program testing; code review; unit testing; test generation from control flow graphs, data flow graphs, and program domains; system integration; system testing; test execution; test automation; acceptance testing; quality metrics and reliability models. For the 2nd edition, the authors have included two major topics: (i) Boolean expression testing; and (ii) testing without oracles.

Software Engineering and Testing

Software Engineering and Testing
Author: B. B. Agarwal
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2010
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781934015551

This book is designed for use as an introductory software engineering course or as a reference for programmers. Up-to-date text uses both theory applications to design reliable, error-free software. Includes a companion CD-ROM with source code third-party software engineering applications.

How We Test Software at Microsoft

How We Test Software at Microsoft
Author: Alan Page
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Total Pages: 592
Release: 2008-12-10
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0735638314

It may surprise you to learn that Microsoft employs as many software testers as developers. Less surprising is the emphasis the company places on the testing discipline—and its role in managing quality across a diverse, 150+ product portfolio. This book—written by three of Microsoft’s most prominent test professionals—shares the best practices, tools, and systems used by the company’s 9,000-strong corps of testers. Learn how your colleagues at Microsoft design and manage testing, their approach to training and career development, and what challenges they see ahead. Most important, you’ll get practical insights you can apply for better results in your organization. Discover how to: Design effective tests and run them throughout the product lifecycle Minimize cost and risk with functional tests, and know when to apply structural techniques Measure code complexity to identify bugs and potential maintenance issues Use models to generate test cases, surface unexpected application behavior, and manage risk Know when to employ automated tests, design them for long-term use, and plug into an automation infrastructure Review the hallmarks of great testers—and the tools they use to run tests, probe systems, and track progress efficiently Explore the challenges of testing services vs. shrink-wrapped software

The Art of Software Testing

The Art of Software Testing
Author: Glenford J. Myers
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2004-07-22
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 047167835X

This long-awaited revision of a bestseller provides a practical discussion of the nature and aims of software testing. You'll find the latest methodologies for the design of effective test cases, including information on psychological and economic principles, managerial aspects, test tools, high-order testing, code inspections, and debugging. Accessible, comprehensive, and always practical, this edition provides the key information you need to test successfully, whether a novice or a working programmer. Buy your copy today and end up with fewer bugs tomorrow.

Software Testing Foundations

Software Testing Foundations
Author: Andreas Spillner
Publisher: Rocky Nook, Inc.
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2014-03-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1492001481

Professional testing of software is an essential task that requires a profound knowledge of testing techniques. The International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) has developed a universally accepted, international qualification scheme aimed at software and system testing professionals, and has created the Syllabi and Tests for the "Certified Tester." Today about 300,000 people have taken the ISTQB certification exams. The authors of Software Testing Foundations, 4th Edition, are among the creators of the Certified Tester Syllabus and are currently active in the ISTQB. This thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition covers the "Foundations Level" (entry level) and teaches the most important methods of software testing. It is designed for self-study and provides the information necessary to pass the Certified Tester-Foundations Level exam, version 2011, as defined by the ISTQB. Also in this new edition, technical terms have been precisely stated according to the recently revised and updated ISTQB glossary. Topics covered: Fundamentals of Testing Testing and the Software Lifecycle Static and Dynamic Testing Techniques Test Management Test Tools Also mentioned are some updates to the syllabus that are due in 2015.

Software Quality Assurance

Software Quality Assurance
Author: Rajiv Chopra
Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
Total Pages: 802
Release: 2018-04-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1683921690

This overview of software quality assurance testing in a “self-teaching” format contains easy-to- understand chapters with tips and insights about software quality, its basic concepts, applications, and practical case studies. It includes numerous, end-of-chapter questions with answers to test your knowledge and reinforce mastery of the concepts being presented. The book also includes state of the art material on the video-game testing process (Chapter 14) and a game-testing plan template (Chapter 15) and Game Testing by the Numbers (Chapter 16). Features: • Covers important topics such as black, white, and gray box testing, test management, automation, levels of testing, quality models, system and acceptance testing and more • Covers video game testing and effectiveness • Self-teaching method includes software lab experiments, numerous exercises (many with answers), projects, and case studies