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How to write your first Test Plan
You know user testing is essential, but as you dive into the research on how to write a test plan, it feels overwhelming—too formal, too complicated, and filled with more considerations than you know what to do with. What if we told you it doesn’t have to be that hard?
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The surprising benefits of Manual Regression Testing
Regression testing is a useful part of the software development process. It helps to make sure your software stays stable as you upgrade pieces of code, preventing yesterday's bugs from sneaking back into tomorrow's releases.
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Don’t overlook sanity testing in your development process
Sanity testing doesn't have to be overwhelming— a quick check to make sure the basics are working before diving into more complex testing can give you confidence in the state of your product. It can also save you time and money when done right.
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Mind Maps for Test Planning in Testpad
Creating a test plan from scratch can be overwhelming. Without a clear structure, you risk missing important scenarios or leaving gaps in your testing. Mind maps offer a simple, effective way to visualize and organize your test planning, ensuring thorough coverage.
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Test Scripts - don’t make them so hard
Writing test scripts can be straightforward, but the industry's jargon can make it seem overwhelming. Learn what test scripts are, why they're important, and how to start writing them.
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Test Case Management: Classic Tools vs. Modern Solutions
Traditional test case management tools can be unnecessarily complicated, but what if there’s a simpler, more effective solution? Agile tools offer a more streamlined, pragmatic approach, allowing teams to focus on efficient testing rather than getting bogged down by complex systems - but what is the difference?
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8 Best Tricentis qTest Alternatives for Efficient Test Management
Looking for a new test management tool? While qTest is a popular agile test management tool, it may not suit every team. There're many alternatives that offer similar features that you may find more helpful. Find the right tool for your team's size, budget, workflows, and testing needs, ensuring it aligns with your processes for maximum efficiency.
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6 Best Zephyr Alternatives to Consider
Looking for new test case management too? Navigating the different options can be a headache. Find out about the 6 best Zephyr alternatives that may better fit your team's needs - comparing features, pricing, and integrations to help you find the perfect fit.
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Best TestRail Alternatives 2024
Explore the top alternatives to TestRail for test case management. Our guide reviews the best tools to streamline your QA process, comparing features, pricing, and integrations to help you find the perfect fit for your team's needs.
EDITORIALS
Testpad's new UI sees 1m results in 3months
Our big rebrand and UI update helped our customers collectively record 1 million results in just the first 3 months following the release!
EDITORIALS
How to write your first Test Plan
You know user testing is essential, but as you dive into the research on how to write a test plan, it feels overwhelming—too formal, too complicated, and filled with more considerations than you know what to do with. What if we told you it doesn’t have to be that hard?
EDITORIALS
The surprising benefits of Manual Regression Testing
Regression testing is a useful part of the software development process. It helps to make sure your software stays stable as you upgrade pieces of code, preventing yesterday's bugs from sneaking back into tomorrow's releases.
EDITORIALS
Don’t overlook sanity testing in your development process
Sanity testing doesn't have to be overwhelming— a quick check to make sure the basics are working before diving into more complex testing can give you confidence in the state of your product. It can also save you time and money when done right.
EDITORIALS
Mind Maps for Test Planning in Testpad
Creating a test plan from scratch can be overwhelming. Without a clear structure, you risk missing important scenarios or leaving gaps in your testing. Mind maps offer a simple, effective way to visualize and organize your test planning, ensuring thorough coverage.
EDITORIALS
Why exploratory testing should be part of your QA strategy
Exploratory testing is essential to uncovering hidden issues and improving the quality of real-world usage. Adapting a pragmatic approach enhances efficiency and repeatability without relying on automation.
EDITORIALS
Test Scripts - don’t make them so hard
Writing test scripts can be straightforward, but the industry's jargon can make it seem overwhelming. Learn what test scripts are, why they're important, and how to start writing them.
EDITORIALS
Test Case Management: Classic Tools vs. Modern Solutions
Traditional test case management tools can be unnecessarily complicated, but what if there’s a simpler, more effective solution? Agile tools offer a more streamlined, pragmatic approach, allowing teams to focus on efficient testing rather than getting bogged down by complex systems - but what is the difference?
EDITORIALS
8 Best Tricentis qTest Alternatives for Efficient Test Management
Looking for a new test management tool? While qTest is a popular agile test management tool, it may not suit every team. There're many alternatives that offer similar features that you may find more helpful. Find the right tool for your team's size, budget, workflows, and testing needs, ensuring it aligns with your processes for maximum efficiency.
EDITORIALS
6 Best Zephyr Alternatives to Consider
Looking for new test case management too? Navigating the different options can be a headache. Find out about the 6 best Zephyr alternatives that may better fit your team's needs - comparing features, pricing, and integrations to help you find the perfect fit.
EDITORIALS
Best TestRail Alternatives 2024
Explore the top alternatives to TestRail for test case management. Our guide reviews the best tools to streamline your QA process, comparing features, pricing, and integrations to help you find the perfect fit for your team's needs.
EDITORIALS
Testpad's new UI sees 1m results in 3months
Our big rebrand and UI update helped our customers collectively record 1 million results in just the first 3 months following the release!
