Month: June 2025

Manual testing is the foundation of software quality assurance. Even in a world of automation and CI/CD, manual testing plays a critical role in finding bugs, validating functionality, and improving the user experience. But how do you actually do manual testing? What’s the process? In…

In today’s fast-paced development world, teams are under pressure to deliver software quickly. In the rush to release, some organizations are tempted to cut corners—and QA is often the first to go. But what really happens if you skip QA? In this post, we’ll explore…

If you’ve ever heard someone say, “We need better test coverage,” you might have wondered—what exactly is test coverage? And how do we measure it? Test coverage is one of the most commonly used QA terms, yet it’s often misunderstood. In this post, we’ll break…

In software testing, two terms are often used interchangeably—but they mean very different things: Verification and Validation. Understanding the distinction is essential not only for passing certification exams like ISTQB but also for building a solid foundation in software quality assurance. In this blog post,…

In software testing, metrics matter. They help us track progress, measure quality, and improve testing effectiveness over time. But not all metrics are created equal. If you’re a tester (manual or automation), understanding the right QA metrics can help you speak the language of the…

Quality Assurance is more than just testing software—it’s about delivering clear, traceable, and valuable outputs that support the entire software development lifecycle. So what exactly does QA deliver in a project? In this blog post, we’ll walk through the key QA deliverables you’re expected to…

Whether you’re building a product at a lean startup or scaling operations in a global enterprise, one thing remains true: quality matters. But how QA is approached—and valued—can differ significantly between startups and large companies. In this post, we’ll explore the role of QA in…

If you’re new to software testing, one of the first challenges you’ll face is understanding the terminology. From test cases to regression to smoke tests—there’s a whole vocabulary that helps QA professionals communicate clearly and effectively. In this post, we’ll break down the essential testing…

As a QA professional, one of your most valuable skills is your ability to read and analyze requirements. Why? Because great testing starts long before the first test case is written or any line of code is tested. If you don’t understand the requirements clearly,…

Software testing is a crucial part of the development lifecycle, yet it’s often misunderstood. Several myths persist that can lead to unrealistic expectations, poor planning, or undervaluing QA teams. Let’s clear up some of the most common myths in software testing. Myth 1: Testing is…