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How to prevent lingering software quality issues
Coders can learn a lot from manufacturers, according to Gary Gruver, even though the products are distinctly different. This free chapter excerpt covers how to approach QA issues.
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- Which programming practices alleviate code redundancy?
WET code leaves apps bogged down. Learn how to reduce the challenges brought on by code redundancy by programming based on the DRY principle.
- How to achieve speedy application response times
Development and operations teams both have a responsibility to ensure fast application response times. Follow this advice to measure and reduce delay.
- DevOps tools market shrinks with SmartBear, TPG Capital moves
The DevOps tools space has seen a steady stream of mergers and acquisitions, as private equity investors and larger companies see money in software development and delivery tools.
Definitions
- functional specification
A functional specification is a formal document used to describe a product's intended capabilities, appearance, and interactions with users in detail for software developers.
- software requirements specification (SRS)
A software requirements specification (SRS) is a comprehensive description of the intended purpose and environment for software under development. The SRS fully describes what the software will do and how it will be expected to perform... (Continued)
- hybrid application (hybrid app)
A hybrid application (hybrid app) is one that combines elements of both native and Web applications.
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ALM
Application lifecycle management (ALM) refers to the processes, models and tools that manage an application from idea conception through end-of-life. ALM includes the management of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements management, design, code, test, release management and software maintenance, but goes beyond SDLC and includes management of governance and operations processes. ALM tools facilitate adherence to software development processes and help to provide an integrated approach to application development.
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- collaboration diagram
A collaboration diagram, also known as a communication diagram, is an illustration of the relationships and interactions among software objects in the Unified Modeling Language (UML).
- software development life cycle (SDLC)
The software development life cycle (SDLC) is a framework used in project management to describe the stages and tasks involved in each step of writing and deploying the instructions and data computers use to execute specific tasks.
- systems development life cycle (SDLC)
The systems development life cycle (SDLC) is a conceptual model used in project management that describes the stages involved in an information system development project, from an initial feasibility study through maintenance of the completed application.
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- How to achieve speedy application response times
- DevOps tools market shrinks with SmartBear, TPG Capital moves
- Low-code goes mainstream to ease app dev woes
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- Application Lifecycle Management Software Fundamentals
- Application Lifecycle Management Tools and Processes
- Cloud ALM
- Service-Level Agreement Management
- Software Configuration and Change Management
- Software Deployment Management
- Software Maintenance Process
- Software Performance Management
- Software Requirements Management
- Software ROI and Business Analysis
- Software Version Control
Models and Methodologies
Software development models and methodologies describe the processes that are followed in a software development lifecycle (SDLC.) Traditional approaches include the phased waterfall methodology that includes requirements, design, implementation, verification and maintenance phases. The traditional approaches typically require that each phase is complete before the next one starts. Agile methodologies such as XP and Scrum work in shorter iterations and promote a collaborative approach where project teams include members representing business, development and test work closely together throughout the entire lifecycle.
Recent Definitions
- hybrid application (hybrid app)
A hybrid application (hybrid app) is one that combines elements of both native and Web applications.
- source code
Source code is the fundamental component of a computer program that is created by a programmer. It can be read and easily understood by a human being.
- automated testing
Automated testing is a process that validates if software is functioning appropriately and meeting requirements before it is released into production.
Highlights
- How to prevent lingering software quality issues
- Which programming practices alleviate code redundancy?
- Low-code goes mainstream to ease app dev woes
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- Agile Software Development (Agile, Scrum, Extreme)
- Extreme Programming (XP)
- Scrum software development
- Software Development Fundamentals
- Test-Driven and Model-Driven Development
- Traditional Software Models (RUP, V-Model, CMM, Waterfall)
Project Management
Software performance management is a critical component of application lifecycle management. Software applications need to be tested to see if they'll be able to withstand the anticipated load and be scalable for future growth. By including software performance management as a component of the application's lifecycle, the team can perform the testing necessary to determine the application's thresholds and proactively code for optimal performance. With software performance management included in the overall plan, performance can be predicted and eliminate any unpleasant surprises due to slow performance.
Recent Definitions
- automated testing
Automated testing is a process that validates if software is functioning appropriately and meeting requirements before it is released into production.
- collaboration diagram
A collaboration diagram, also known as a communication diagram, is an illustration of the relationships and interactions among software objects in the Unified Modeling Language (UML).
- unit testing
Unit testing is a software development process in which the smallest testable parts of an application, called units, are individually and independently scrutinized for proper operation. Unit testing is often automated but it can also be done manually.
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- How to prevent lingering software quality issues
- How to achieve speedy application response times
- Try these 5 team-building activities for software developers
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- Building Software Project Teams
- Outsourcing Software Projects
- Software Project Management Process
- Software Project Tracking and Reports
- Software Quality Management
- Software Testing and QA Fundamentals
Requirements
Software requirements engineering is a crucial element in software engineering. Requirements analysis includes three types of activity: eliciting requirements, analyzing requirements and recording requirements. Eliciting requirements is the task of communicating with customers, users and stakeholders to determine which functions and features of an application. In analyzing the requirements, customers, users, and stakeholders help clarify and prioritize those features and functions. Documenting requirements can be done in different ways or with different tools. Traditional methodologies use a requirements specification. Agile methodologies document requirements with use cases or user stories.
Recent Definitions
- software requirements specification (SRS)
A software requirements specification (SRS) is a comprehensive description of the intended purpose and environment for software under development. The SRS fully describes what the software will do and how it will be expected to perform... (Continued)
- functional specification
A functional specification is a formal document used to describe a product's intended capabilities, appearance, and interactions with users in detail for software developers.
- SQL injection
A SQL injection (SQLi) is a type of security exploit in which the attacker adds Structured Query Language (SQL) code to a Web form input box in order to gain access to unauthorized resources or make changes to sensitive data.
Highlights
- Try these 5 team-building activities for software developers
- GitHub Enterprise features, dev appeals reveal strategy
- Apply automated security scanning during app development
More Requirements Topics
- Building security into the SDLC (Software development life cycle)
- Gathering Software Requirements Use Cases
- Software Requirements Gathering Techniques
- Software Requirements Tools
Security Testing and QA
Software security testing and quality assurance is used to provide protection for data managed and controlled by software applications. Security testing needs to be done to prevent harm that could result from the loss, inaccuracy, alteration, unavailability or misuse of data. Information is categorized by severity of impact and security requirements such as those that address access control, data management and access, audit trails and usage records must be validated. Security defects are often a result of non-conformance or an error or omission in the software requirements.
Recent Definitions
- software requirements specification (SRS)
A software requirements specification (SRS) is a comprehensive description of the intended purpose and environment for software under development. The SRS fully describes what the software will do and how it will be expected to perform... (Continued)
- functional specification
A functional specification is a formal document used to describe a product's intended capabilities, appearance, and interactions with users in detail for software developers.
- SQL injection
A SQL injection (SQLi) is a type of security exploit in which the attacker adds Structured Query Language (SQL) code to a Web form input box in order to gain access to unauthorized resources or make changes to sensitive data.
Highlights
- Consortium taps Linux group, IT vendors to encrypt data in use
- GitHub Enterprise features, dev appeals reveal strategy
- SmartBear LoadNinja API automates performance testing for CI/CD
More Security Testing and QA Topics
- Internet Application Security
- Penetration Testing
- Software Security Test Best Practices
- Software Security Testing Tools
Software Testing
Software testing is used to determine whether a software application is producing the expected results. Depending on the methodology used and the type of testing that's being done, software testing can happen at any time in the software development process. There are a variety of types of tests that are performed at different stages of the software development lifecycle such as unit tests, integration tests, systems tests and acceptance tests. Each of these can be further divided into types of testing such as functional, performance, regression, or usability tests, just to name a few. There are many tools that are used in software testing both to help find defects as well as to help track defects so that the end result is a high-quality product.
Recent Definitions
- culture of failure (blameless culture)
A culture of failure is a set of processes and infrastructure that an organization can use to learn from, recover from and ultimately avoid actions that prove to be unsuccessful.
- automated testing
Automated testing is a process that validates if software is functioning appropriately and meeting requirements before it is released into production.
- unit testing
Unit testing is a software development process in which the smallest testable parts of an application, called units, are individually and independently scrutinized for proper operation. Unit testing is often automated but it can also be done manually.
Highlights
- How to achieve speedy application response times
- DevOps tools market shrinks with SmartBear, TPG Capital moves
- How to plot out a test automation strategy
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- Automated Software Testing
- Cloud Application Testing
- Exploratory Software Testing
- Mobile Application Testing Techniques and Tools
- Software Regression Testing
- Software Test Design and Planning
- Software Testing Methodologies
- Software Testing Tools and Frameworks
- Software Usability Testing and User Acceptance
- Stress, Load and Software Performance Testing
- Unit, Integration and Functional Software Testing