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Boost Testing Efficiency with Free Test Plan Templates

The software development lifecycle would not be complete without software testing, which verifies that the final product is up to par and works as expected. If you want to organize and carry out software testing operations effectively, you need a test plan. By offering a consistent structure that can be customized for different projects, free test plan templates may greatly improve testing productivity.

Metrics & Chill - Live Insights to Turn Data into Growth

Want to turn your data into growth? We are back with all-new Metric & Chill LIVE episodes hosted by Jeremiah Rizzo, Director of Product Marketing at Databox. What to Expect: Insightful talks with successful business leaders Actionable insights to improve performance Live shows where you can participate and ask questions Want to attend the LIVE show or get the episodes emailed to you? Sign up at databox.com/newsletter or subscribe to "Metrics & Chill" on your favorite podcast app.

More automation requires more human skills

Is everything truly broken, or is it just us? If you’re a software developer or tester, you've probably felt the frustration of a system not working as it should, right when you need it the most. Did you know the complexity of today’s software is a key reason behind these gripes? It's not just your typical Monday annoyance; it's a worldwide phenomenon.

Is it possible that a rollback wasn't even implemented?

Skipping thorough testing? Here's why it's a risk you can't afford to take. On July 19, the world experienced what would be the largest tech outage worldwide. If you’re a software developer or tester, you've likely faced the frustration of a system failing right when it’s most critical. Did you know the complexity of today’s software is a significant reason behind these issues? It’s not just an occasional problem; it's a global challenge.

The 7 Steps To Building an API Ecosystem

API adoption is at an all-time high. According to research by Coleman Parkes Research, 88 percent of enterprises use them. With API ecosystems, businesses can share their existing assets and capabilities with external parties. They can extend the value of these Application Programming Interfaces both internally and externally to share knowledge, tools and resources. Building an API ecosystem allow organizations to remain agile while delivering products faster than ever before.

The Top Black Box Testing Techniques

Black box testing can help! Black box testing refers to a whole treasure trove of software testing techniques that help us achieve excellent test coverage while narrowing the number of cases and saving time. Read on to understand what black box testing is (exactly) and the techniques your team can use to impact your next cycle. You’ll also find some real-world examples along with the techniques.

How BT Group Built a Smart Event Mesh with Confluent

BT Group's Smart Event Mesh: Centralized Event Streaming With Decentralized Customer Experience, Automation, and a Foundation Built on Confluent. BT Group is a British multinational telecommunications holding company headquartered in London, England. It has operations in around 180 countries and is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world, providing a range of products and services including fixed-line, broadband, mobile, and TV.

When and Why Should SMEs Upgrade Their Email Service Provider (ESP)?

It seems that there’s an email service provider (ESP) for everyone these days, whatever your marketing goals or industry. But this wide range of options also makes it harder for small and medium businesses to upgrade to the right advanced option. Without an enterprise’s broad budget, you need to balance your marketing needs with your costs carefully. These factors also make it important to know when it’s worth switching to a more complex platform.

Automation For CI/CD

As software development evolves, test automation plays an increasingly significant role in improving efficiency and quality. This is particularly true in the field of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), where CI CD test automation has become a crucial component. Recent data from the CDF highlights the impact of these practices. Developers using CI/CD tools are consistently outperforming their peers, with at least a 15% higher likelihood of being top performers.