Elevate your software testing approach with a methodology from industry leaders who dedicated their careers to studying, practicing, and teaching the craft of testing.
Dive into the world of expert software testing with Taking Testing Seriously: The Rapid Software Testing Approach. This book arms software professionals with the knowledge required to master the Rapid Software Testing (RST) methodology. Written by two co-creators of the RST approach and supplemented by material from respected testers who offer valuable insights, it is an essential read for anyone seeking excellence in the craft of testing.
Taking Testing Seriously offers a rich exploration of the RST methodology through insightful interviews, expert discussions, practical case studies, and real-world examples. It thoroughly covers key topics such as the psychology of testing, the science behind it, the fundamental processes and heuristics of test design, and much more. This book provides concrete strategies for addressing common software testing challenges and integrating new solutions with existing systems.
You will:
- Gain insights from experienced software testers through in-depth interviews and expert advice
- Learn how to the skills of testing are needed more than ever in an AI-powered IT industry
- Discover strategies to leverage the latest automation technologies to refine and expedite your testing processes
- Escape from the echo chamber of “best practices” and learn to think critically about testing
Focusing on the mindset and skillset of excellent testing, Taking Testing Seriously is a must-have resource for software engineers and technical leaders eager to improve their testing proficiency. Whether you are looking to advance your career or simply want to ensure your next project meets the highest standards of quality, this book provides the tools you need. Order your copy today and start transforming the way you and your team approach software testing.
Table of Contents:
Foreword xxiii
Read Support of This Book xxvii
Part I Introduction 1
Chapter 1 Why Another Book About Testing? 3
Part II Rapid Software Testing Methodology 15
Chapter 2 Foundation 17
Chapter 3 How to Do a Test 75
Chapter 4 How to Do a Test Strategy 137
Chapter 5 How to Account for Your Work 189
Chapter 6 How to Apply Automation in Testing 215
Chapter 7 How to Approach AI and Testing 255
Part III Application and Customization 269
Chapter 8 Prospective Testing 271
Chapter 9 Test Reporting (Without Pretentious Metrics) 293
Chapter 10 Working with Quality Characteristics 305
Chapter 11 Adventures in Testability 317
Chapter 12 Mindopsy: Dissecting My Thinking as a Tester 325
Chapter 13 Rapid Usability Testing 339
Chapter 14 RST Meets Signals-Based Testing 353
Chapter 15 Deliberate Practice of Testing Skills 365
Part IV Context and Culture 377
Chapter 16 Lessons of the Post Office Horizon Scandal 379
Chapter 17 Sociology and Software Testing 401
Chapter 18 How Testing Looks to Management 415
Chapter 19 Technical Work Is All About Learning 433
Chapter 20 From RST to AST 445
Chapter 21 Notes on a Seeker's Journey into Testing 451
Chapter 22 Becoming an RST Instructor 467
Part V Appendices 477
Appendix A Roadmap of Testing 479
Appendix B The Heuristic Test Strategy Model 481
Appendix C Heuristics of Testability 493
Appendix D Elements of Excellent Testing 499
About the Contributors 509
Index 513
About the Author :
JAMES BACH is the creator of the Rapid Software Testing methodology, founder and CEO of software testing and training company Satisfice, and the co-author of the critically acclaimed bestseller Lessons Learned in Software Testing (Wiley 2001).
MICHAEL BOLTON has over 30 years of experience testing, developing, managing, and writing about software. For over 20 years, he has led DevelopSense, a Toronto-based testing and development consultancy. In 2006, he became co-creator (with creator James Bach) of Rapid Software Testing (RST).
