Managing the Testing Process: Practical Tools and Techniques for Managing Hardware and Software Testing - Softcover

Black, Rex

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470404159 ISBN 13: 9780470404157

Publisher: Wiley, 2009

Synopsis

New edition of one of the most influential books on managingsoftware and hardware testing

In this new edition of his top-selling book, Rex Black walks youthrough the steps necessary to manage rigorous testing programs ofhardware and software. The preeminent expert in his field, Mr.Black draws upon years of experience as president of both theInternational and American Software Testing Qualifications boardsto offer this extensive resource of all the standards, methods, andtools you'll need.

The book covers core testing concepts and thoroughly examinesthe best test management practices and tools of leading hardwareand software vendors. Step-by-step guidelines and real-worldscenarios help you follow all necessary processes and avoidmistakes.

• Producing high-quality computer hardware and software requirescareful, professional testing; Managing the Testing Process,Third Edition explains how to achieve that by following adisciplined set of carefully managed and monitored practices andprocesses
• The book covers all standards, methods, and tools you need forprojects large and small
• Presents the business case for testing products and reviews theauthor's latest test assessments
• Topics include agile testing methods, risk-based testing, IEEEstandards, ISTQB certification, distributed and outsourced testing,and more
• Over 100 pages of new material and case studies have been addedto this new edition

If you're responsible for managing testing in the real world,Managing the Testing Process, Third Edition is the valuablereference and guide you need.

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Review

For a practical guide to software testing, readers can look to Rex Black's Managing the Testing Process, a compendium of real-world advice on managing software testing successfully. It is a veritable hodge-podge of sample test documents and is filled with recommendations from an old hand at test management.

Early sections examine the design of test plans, along with strategies for assessing and prioritizing risk as well as catching bugs through effective testing. Sample case studies include a network hardware device and a Java word processor.

Throughout this book, a variety of documents (including Excel spreadsheets and Access databases) are presented to get you started on your own testing projects. (Though reproduced here in truly microscopic print, all sample documents are included on the accompanying CD-ROM.) The book also looks at metrics for measuring the performance of your testing operation.

Managing the Testing Process shows how a bug-tracking database is the most effective model for managing the testing cycle. This book is chock-full of advice on testing management. The author also presents dozens of tips for succeeding in the software Q/A job market.

Sections on designing a lab and staffing it, including a valuable discussion on when to use consultants and when to outsource testing, provide a practical guide to today's testing management. After an introduction to working with other players in today's software organizations, a final chapter looks at managing testing across different locations.

Many developers spend time in Q/A as a stepping stone to careers in software design. And as the author points out, the job of test engineer is growing in popularity. Read this book to find out the often harsh realities of software testing along with strategies for improving the effectiveness of your software testing team. --Richard Dragan

From the Back Cover

Proven tips and tools for building and executing an effectivetest project

Earlier editions of this book have helped test managers aroundthe world to develop essential tools and apply them to successfultest project management. In this third edition of his bestseller,Rex Black shares lessons he has learned in the decade since thefirst edition came out and provides a thorough review of the latesttools and resources, making this book even more valuable.

A structured test operation is planned, repeatable, anddocumented, but preserves creativity and flexibility in all theright places. Rex Black teaches you to develop models forunderstanding the meaning of the myriad data points generated bytesting. Then you can effectively manage what is often a confusing,chaotic, and change-ridden area of the project, building aneffective and efficient test organization. You will learnabout:

• Building a business case for solid testing

• Mastering Agile testing challenges, applying risk-based testing,and managing distributed and outsourced testing

• Understanding and adapting the new IEEE 829 standard

• Building a high-performance test team using skills management,training, and certification

• Building and managing an effective test organization, explainedwith plenty of real-world examples, exercises, and solutions

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0470404159
• ISBN 13: 9780470404157
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 672