These days, more and more software development projects are being
carried out using agile methods like Scrum. Agile software development
promises higher software quality, a shorter time to market, and improved
focus on customer needs.
However, the transition to working within an agile methodology is not
easy. Familiar processes and procedures change drastically. Software
testing and software quality assurance have a crucial role in ensuring
that a software development team, department, or company successfully
implements long-term agile development methods and benefits from this
framework.
This book discusses agile methodology from the perspective of software
testing and software quality assurance management. Software development
managers, project managers, and quality assurance managers will obtain
tips and tricks on how to organize testing and assure quality so that
agile projects maintain their impact. Professional certified testers and
software quality assurance experts will learn how to work successfully
within agile software teams and how best to integrate their expertise.
Topics include:
- Agile methodology and classic process models
- How to plan an agile project
- Unit tests and test first approach
- Integration testing and continuous integration
- System testing and test nonstop
- Quality management and quality assurance
Also included are five case studies from the manufacturing,
online-trade, and software industry as well as test exercises for
self-assessment.
This book covers the new ISTQB Syllabus for Agile Software Testing and
is a relevant resource for all students and trainees worldwide who plan
to undertake this ISTQB certification.
