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Brittle Test Software​: Reducing Test Brittleness in Automated Tests

Posted by Peter Deng on 26/11/2024

Synopsis

This will be a comprehensive guide to helping you minimise the frequency of maintenance when it comes to your automated test scripts. This should also be useful for those familiar with writing automated testing code.

Change management affects how we maintain our tests. In the context of manual testing, it's updating test cases, test steps, and expected results (also test suites). However, for automated tests, this is in the form of updating code or updating data.

This repeats every cycle and varies in size; the number of changes needed therefore should be both minimised and clear. I must add that I’m only a junior SDET and that much of this knowledge is work-in-progress for me; these are my experiences and opinions.

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Topics: Software Testing, test automation, SDET

A Graduate SDET’s Journey: Communication and Skills​

Posted by Aydan Howell on 26/11/2024

Facing First-Day Anxieties

“Starting to get a bit anxious now... One minute till my first meeting starts. What do I say? Do I need to say anything? What happens if I mess up? On my first day!? This is stressful. I’ve got to do this every day.”

These thoughts raced through my mind on the first day with my first ever client, after completing the SDET Academy. Anxiety was at an all-time high, and not knowing entirely what was going to happen on the other side of that “Join Meeting” button definitely didn’t help.

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Topics: Software Testing, test automation, SDET

Software Development Engineer in Test Jobs & Client Projects

Posted by Harry Williams on 21/10/2024

Tackling Client Projects with Confidence

Hello, I’m Harry! This is the second part of my blog on my experiences and lessons I have learnt on how to feel more settled when working on a new project. In the previous blog, I covered the steps I take to ensure that I’m on a good footing when I start on any new project.

In this blog, I will be going over some things that I have done not only at the start of my time with the client but later as well. It’s my hope that with these two blogs I’ll share with you how I grew more confident and lessons that I applied to create better tests more efficiently!

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Topics: Software Testing, communication, nFocus SDET Academy

Software Development Engineer in Test Remote First Jobs: Navigating New Projects

Posted by Harry Williams on 10/10/2024

Introduction: Harry Williams 

Hi! I’m Harry, I’m a first-class degree graduate in computer science and have been working as a junior SDET consultant at nFocus for just over 2 years! Throughout those years, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time from the SDET Academy to working with various clients in different sectors of industry. I’ve truly been able to build and improve on the skills that I learnt during university, as well as learn how IT works in the real business world. Software Development Engineer in Test Remote

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Topics: Software Testing, communication, nFocus SDET Academy

Building Client Relationships: Insights from Test Consultants

Posted by The nFocus Team on 10/10/2024

Introduction: Peter Deng - SDET Consultant 

My colleague Peter, a CompSci graduate recruited through the successful SDET Academy scheme, and I, a long-serving test consultant, wanted to compare and share our experiences with building client relationships. As test consultants, we work closely with clients across many different sectors for weeks, months, or years, adapting to new systems and delivering quality assurance services. We have both learned that delays in connecting with clients can be as impactful to a project's delivery as scope and code changes. 

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Topics: Software Testing, Test Teams

Post-Race Q&A with Stu Hadley: Part Two

Posted by The nFocus Team on 24/09/2024

From Down Under to New Heights: Stu Hadley’s Duathlon Adventure

Welcome to Part Two of our Q&A interview duel. Our Test Manager, Stu Hadley, shares his feelings about competing at such a high level, the invaluable support he received from his coach and team, and the unforgettable experiences he had while travelling to Australia. He also gives special shout-outs to those who helped him along the way and offers insights into his future goals and upcoming races.

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Topics: Test Teams, Personal Stories

Mastering the Maintainable Test Scripts

Posted by Michael Massiah on 11/09/2024

Creating Effective and Maintainable Test Scripts

In my career as a tester to test manager, mastering the art of writing maintainable test scripts has been crucial for ensuring long-term project success. When developing a test plan, it’s essential to consider various types of tests, including functional testing, integration testing, and performance testing, to ensure comprehensive test coverage.

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Topics: Software Testing, test automation, ERP Testing, Test Scripts

Post-Race Q&A with Stu Hadley: World Final Race in Australia

Posted by Stu Hadley on 2/09/2024
Part One - From Start to Finish: Stu’s World Final Journey

We continue the story that began with Stu’s rigorous training before and after the race in Germany in May, Stu took on the challenge of the World Final in Australia. The World Final wasn’t just a race for Stu; it was the culmination of months of hard work and preparation. We’ll follow his journey through the heat, the competition, and the ultimate test of his abilities.

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Topics: Test Teams, Interview Questions, Personal Stories

Playwright's Journey through the Maze

Posted by Denisa Bilanin on 30/07/2024

Overcoming Real-World Testing Scenarios, Inspired by the Popular Award-Winning Movie The Maze Runner

Did you know that the storytelling technique is known to be one of the most effective teaching strategies?

According to an experiment conducted by Stanford University, a story is 13 times more memorable than a statistic. 

This blog explores the automation tool Playwright through the eyes of The Maze Runner, taking you on a journey within its dystopian world. It will examine the characters' challenges within the maze, drawing a parallel to Playwright and how it benefits test automation. By doing so, the blog will highlight Playwright's resourcefulness, which mirrors the narrative within The Maze Runner.

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Topics: Software Testing, test automation, Testing Techniques

Efficient Exam Prep for the ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Course

Posted by Peter Deng on 9/07/2024

How to Be an Advanced Test Analyst in One Day: Peter Deng 

My name is Peter Deng, and I am a SDET consultant at nFocus, where I have been working for just over two and a half years. For the first two years of my work, I was a graduate student going into nFocus’ SDET academy, trained under an instructor in software testing, agile, and automation.

In that time, I undertook two tests with ISTQB, the board for certified testers, and achieved an average of 90% across both, passing with flying colours. After working for a client for two years, it was time for more training. Therefore, it made sense that the next step for me was to take the Advanced Test Analyst course. Read on as I explain my experiences and tips for future test takers, either for ATA or for any other ISTQB exam.

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Topics: Software Testing, nFocus SDET Academy

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