A Discussion of Software Testing for Executives

"Read this book to learn what you need to do!"
Steve Wozniak, CTO, Wheels of Zeus (Apple Computers Co-Founder)

Global Software Test Automation is the first book to offer software testing strategies and tactics for executives. Written by executives and endorsed by executives, it is also the first to offer a practical business case for effective test automation, as part of the innovative new approach to software testing: Global Test Automation — a proven solution, backed by case studies, that leverages both test automation and offshoring to meet your organization's quality goals.

Software testing is a race against time: testers must make sure that highly complicated programs will work reliably for the consumer, often with insufficient resources and on unrealistic schedules. Testers will appreciate the author's advice on effective bug analyzing, reporting, and tracking; black box testing; printer compatibility.

With Internet applications spreading like wildfire, the field of software testing is increasingly challenged by the brave new networked world of e-business. Software engineers have developed sophisticated test methodologies over the years that just don't do the job for Web-based software. Distributed applications have different performance goals from desktop applications, and require networking know-how of the tester.

Zero-defect software is the holy grail of all development projects, and sophisticated techniques have emerged for automating the testing process so that high-quality software can be delivered on time and on budget. This practical guide enables readers to understand and apply the TestFrame method - an open method developed by the authors and their colleagues that is rapidly becoming a standard in the testing industry.