testing Archives

Exploratory Testing

QA: When Your Job is to Find Problems with Everyone’s Work

As a Quality Analyst (QA) in the office, being the person looking for errors could cause a hostile relationship with developers.

Vue

How to Test a Vue Component with Nested Components Using Jest

Recently I had to scour the internet for hours before I found an answer for testing a Vue component that has nested subcomponents.

Exploratory Testing

Spin the Wheel and Randomize Your Testing

As you test a story, how can you deliberately change up your routine? Here are a few ways to randomize testing.

Angular

Unit Testing Routing Events in Angular

Here's a clean and easy way to test routing events using tools already provided by the Angular library, with no third-party libraries needed.

Development Practices

5 Testing Tips for Software Platform Development

Software platform development deserves special strategies. Here are 5 tips to help teams succeed in design, testing, and quality assurance.

Extracurricular Activities

Treat Your Personal Projects with Respect and See More Progress

I started my career in computing with personal projects, and I continue to build and expand my skills with my own projects.

React / Redux

How to Test React Components with Storybook Interaction Tests

On a recent project, we needed an easy-to-use component testing tool. Let’s take a look at testing React components with Storybook interaction tests.

Ruby on Rails

Switch Rails Database Connections While Running Cypress Tests

This setup will switch the database connection when the Cypress tests are running so it won't muddy up the data in other database environments.

Developer Tools

Make the Most of Storybook Stories with These Simple Tips

Storybook has benefits for teams working on front-end components. Make the most of these benefits by adding interaction tests for components.

Exploratory Testing

Consistency Tests for Your App: Use Them to Catch Bugs Big or Small

One type of app testing I do regularly is a consistency check. I'll explain what I mean and give examples of possible errors this type of testing picks up.

Exploratory Testing

2 Ways to Catch Software Deployment Problems Early

Have you ever introduced a bug that lurked undetected until deployment? I'll describe a couple of these bugs and early-warning systems to catch them.

Exploratory Testing

Software Development and the Ever-Growing Testing Checklist

You probably won't use your checklist to save a life, but it could save your project from bugs! Make sure an item on your list is to check your checklist.