QA Fundamentals

Essential testing principles, QA processes, and foundational concepts every quality engineer should know

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Test Estimation Techniques: Planning Testing Time Accurately

Plan testing time accurately: WBS, three-point estimation, planning poker, historical analysis, buffer management

Bug Anatomy: From Discovery to Resolution

Complete guide to working with bugs: definition, life cycle, severity and priority classification, bug reporting best practices, and real-world critical bug examples

Black Box Testing: Techniques and Approaches

Master black box testing: decision tables, state transition, use case testing, all-pairs testing, techniques and practical examples

Test Plan vs Test Strategy: Key QA Documents

Understand the critical differences between test plans and test strategies. Learn when to use each document and how they work together.

Equivalence Partitioning: Dividing Data into Classes

Learn Equivalence Partitioning to reduce test cases while maximizing coverage. Master the technique with practical examples and real-world scenarios.

Test Case: The Art of Writing Effective Tests

Master the art of writing clear, maintainable, and effective test cases. Learn best practices, templates, and common pitfalls to avoid.

Ad-hoc vs Monkey Testing: Understanding Chaotic Testing Approaches

Learn the differences between ad-hoc and monkey testing, when to use each approach, and how to balance unstructured testing with systematic QA.

SDLC vs STLC: Understanding Development and Testing Processes

Complete guide to lifecycles: SDLC software development stages, STLC testing phases, Agile, Waterfall, V-Model methodologies and testing place in each

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