Welcome to the 169th edition of Coding Jag brought to you by LambdaTest!👐
Ever encountered a tester who's everywhere at once, skillfully navigating challenges like an all-rounder? Being a testing all-rounder means blending technical prowess, problem-solving skills, and effective communication. They excel in bug identification, user understanding, adapting to testing methods, and staying updated with evolving tech trends – a vital asset in the dynamic world of software development.
In this edition of Coding Jag we will share expert insights on all the technical aspects of testing and the soft skills required to excel as a tester. Further we'll know what the future holds for the QA landscape, as unveiled by the Future of Quality Assurance Survey Report from LambdaTest – because being everywhere at once might just be the future mantra for software quality assurance.
News
5 min read
lambdatest.com
Adoption of AI in QA at 78% and Rising: Explore more such insights in our exclusive report. We surveyed 1600+ testers, developers, and decision-makers from across 70 different countries sharing their insights on what the current quality assurance landscape looks like and what the future holds for in this domain. Get your exclusive access to the report now!
5 min readdev-tester.com
Dennis Martinez delves into the art of balancing speed and quality in software development. From the pressure on startups to the risks of rapid releases for larger companies, he offers practical strategies like automated testing and collaboration to help teams achieve the optimal equilibrium for successful and efficient product delivery.
5 min readmedium.com
Read Vincent Ferreira's blog as he reveals the game-changing role of GPT Builder in QA tasks, moving beyond standard prompts. He discusses the practical use cases, like QA Synthetics and UI-based test case generation, demonstrating how these tailored GPT simplify Quality Assurance workflows for professionals.
5 min readsmallsheds.garden
Join Joep Schuurkes as he underscores the evolving role of testers, advocating for engagement in diverse testing activities beyond traditional boundaries. He emphasizes adaptability and proactive involvement throughout the software development process.
5 min readthinkingtester.com
In her concluding blog post, Kristin Jackvony explores the Slippery Slope Fallacy, highlighting its presence in scenarios like parental warnings and software testing, emphasizing the importance of discernment in addressing issues within a broader context.
Performance
4 min readmedium.com
In the first part of the series, Daniel Idlis narrates a startup's performance optimization journey prompted by a surge in anticipated traffic. OwnID, a passwordless solution, faces scalability concerns. Goals are set based on production performance, and K6 is chosen as the load testing tool for its simplicity and dynamic scenario configuration.
Automation
7 min readlambdatest.com
Learn various approaches and techniques to handle elements within the Shadow DOM using Cypress with Kailash Pathak. He also discusses the challenges of automating elements within the Shadow DOM, a vital component in modern web development for encapsulating styles, scripts, and markup within specific components.
9 min readeverydayunittesting.com
Gil Zilberfeld highlights the importance of understanding what is being tested before proceeding with test design. Using code examples, he illustrates how changes like static fields can impact the system-under-test, emphasizing the need for thoughtful design to ensure reliable test outcomes.
9 min readmedium.com
Streamline test execution in continuous development with Smoke Testing post-deployment, Sanity Testing pre-staging for impacted areas, and daily Regression Testing for overall functionality. Learn about this strategy from Team Merlin at Government Digital Services, Singapore to optimize resources and execution time, adapting to evolving product features.
9 min readthegreenreport.blog
The blog by The Green Report guides readers through a seamless transition to a new test automation framework, covering key aspects like assessment, team training, framework selection, test case migration, customization, and long-term maintenance. It offers practical insights, strategies, and emphasizes collaboration for an effective shift.
Tools
8 min readsumondey.com
Sumon Dey guides aspiring developers through installing Django for Python web development by offering a step-by-step approach. He covers Python installation, optional virtual environment setup, and creating a Django project named 'learningbud.'
8 min readmedium.com
Franco Kleinerman's recent blog post delves into the exciting showdown among test automation titans—Playwright, Selenium, and Cypress. It navigates their strengths, weaknesses, and unique features, providing readers with a simplified guide to choose the best tool for their projects.
Others
25 minyoutube.com
In this video tutorial by CommitQuality, learn how to use Playwright Code Generator Tool in the version 1.40. Discover streamlined test automation as Playwright lets you generate assertions effortlessly with just one button click.
29 min readtestguild.com
In this week's Test Guild New Shows episode, uncover the TOAD concept in testing, explore a unique approach to learning Karate and API Testing simultaneously, and unravel the major website crash during Black Friday that resulted in an unprecedented sales plunge. Grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea and join the insightful discussion!
Events
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Excited about the future of software testing? Register now for the end-of-year panel discussion, 'Testing Tomorrow: Navigating 2023 Insights and 2024 Trends,' hosted by Manoj Kumar, VP of Developer Relations & OSPO at LambdaTest. Join industry experts as they unravel the testing landscape of 2023, share insights, and predict trends for 2024.