Managing the Testing Process: Practical Tools andTechniques for Managing Hardware and Software Testing, Third Edition - Softcover

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Rex Black, President of RBCS, has a quarter-century of software and systems engineering experience. RBCS is a leader in software, hardware, and systems testing, with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 20 companies. Rex is the most prolific author in the field of software testing, with books that have sold tens of thousands of copies. He has presented hundreds of papers, workshops, and seminars, and given some 30 keynote speeches at conferences and events worldwide.

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Proven tips and tools for building and executing an effective test project

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

A structured test operation is planned, repeatable, and documented, but preserves creativity and flexibility in all the right places. Rex Black teaches you to develop models for understanding the meaning of the myriad data points generated by testing. Then you can effectively manage what is often a confusing, chaotic, and change-ridden area of the project, building an effective and efficient test organization. You will learn about:

• 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, explained with plenty of real-world examples, exercises, and solutions

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Proven tips and tools for building and executing an effective test project

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

A structured test operation is planned, repeatable, and documented, but preserves creativity and flexibility in all the right places. Rex Black teaches you to develop models for understanding the meaning of the myriad data points generated by testing. Then you can effectively manage what is often a confusing, chaotic, and change-ridden area of the project, building an effective and efficient test organization. You will learn about:

• 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, explained with plenty of real-world examples, exercises, and solutions