Software Testing Problems Part 2: Your Talents

RE: Software Testing Problems Part 2: Your Talents

J.P. — Fri, 26 Sep 2003 10:06:00 GMT

I think those four are dead on. There is only one that I might add, but only as a subnote, and that is common sense. That sounds strange, and some might wonder, "isn't it good to have common sense as a human in general?" Well, my answer is yes, but the reason that I bring this up is that in technology many people tend to get caught up in features, gadgets, and just general "coolness" that the whole concept of "how will people use this" can get lost in the technology. While this does not always matter in academics and research, its a good thing to keep in mind when you are trying to sell great software. (my .02) One other thing that I would add to this discussion is that in addition to all of these things, you really need to work with others that understand these strengths. If you work with people who see these as weaknesses or even annoyances, then you may not be as encouraged to do your best. J.P.

RE: Software Testing Problems Part 2: Your Talents

Anonymous — Fri, 03 Oct 2003 12:25:00 GMT

What I would add from my personal experience is a good understanding of the development process and developers. Many times when releasing hotfixes there is not enough time to do a full testing cycle. The great deal of dev inside is required to understand what the fix is; how does it affect the whole package; what pieces might also be affected and what NOT to look into. Often knowing people and building trust is important. My best testers know what particular change is ‘safe’ simply because they trust the group who made the change. Sometimes they are paranoid because of the same reason.

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re: Software Testing Problems Part 2: Your Talents

UAK — Tue, 08 Nov 2005 10:28:04 GMT

Just to add few things here:
1) The tester should evaluate him/her continuously in terms of technical skills and quality of work being performed.
(2) The tester should have the ability to look at the application under test from different view points
(3) Passion and commitment to "perfectionism" should be the essential part of his/her personality

re: Software Testing Problems Part 2: Your Talents

Josh Ledgard — Wed, 09 Nov 2005 09:09:50 GMT

Thanks for the added opinions. :-)

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