Agile testing techniques in most cases are similar to their traditional counter parts. However, Agile methodology may need some special considerations due to variances that standout with respect to techniques, jargon and documentation. [Read more…] about What are Testing Techniques in Agile development?
What is Planning Poker? Effort estimation in Agile methodology
In the Sprint zero as a part of release planning, the Agile team has come up with effort estimation for all the stories in the release. The Planning Poker is a popular method of effort estimation which ensures that the entire team is involved in the estimation exercise. [Read more…] about What is Planning Poker? Effort estimation in Agile methodology
How to Assess Quality Risks in Agile methodology?
Risk is an event of uncertainty in projects. There are various testing challenges like proper selection, allocation and simulation of test environment. Often risks surface in determining the effort to cover various test conditions, and the way of sequencing resulting tests that optimizes the effectiveness and efficiency of the testing. [Read more…] about How to Assess Quality Risks in Agile methodology?
What is Sprint planning in Agile project management?
Sprint Planning meeting is one of the key activities in Agile project management. (see Release and Iteration Planning). Generally, Agile teams need to deliver a working product at the end of each Sprint. However some organizations also use a Sprint Zero.
Sprint Zero is used exclusively for planning the first Sprint and no work product is delivered at the end of Sprint Zero. Usage of Sprint Zero is decided by the team and complexity of the project. [Read more…] about What is Sprint planning in Agile project management?
What is the Role and Skills of a Tester in Agile Methodology?
Throughout this syllabus, there is a baseline Agile reference was made to Agile manifesto and principles and the vital role of tester within iterations, releases and deployments. The following subsection refers to the role of tester using Scrum. [Read more…] about What is the Role and Skills of a Tester in Agile Methodology?