Software testing blogs by Q-Pros

12May

End-to-End Software Testing Services for Quality Assurance

While many testing approaches focus on specific aspects and functional and non-functional attributes, there comes the need to test the application’s ability to complete all its required services from the starting point to a significant closing mark. In this article, we will investigate one method that we use at Q-Pros to fully scan software systems and make sure they are compliant with QA standards. This method is called End-to-End testing (E2E). What is End-to-End Testing? End-to-end testing is a testing approach used to confirm that application software works or behaves as expected from start to finish. The primary purpose is to ensure the software has all integrated components working well. E2E activities include examining the system under real-life scenarios to see how it behaves under intended use. E2E is also one way to identify the system’s dependencies and validate data integrity for users. Importance of End-to-End Testing Most software systems consist of multiple sub-systems that correlate with each other, and the success of the entire system depends on all those systems working well. A way to check for that correlation is by E2E tests, and by doing so, we can avoid system crashes. E2E tests work like any other testing approach. It requires test cases and test reports. The objective is to look for bugs and defects and identify potential bottlenecks that the systems could be facing during use. Types of End-to-End Testing The following are two types of methods for E2E tests that are commonly used: Horizontal E2E testing This type of E2E involves testing the system on a horizontal scope, which means looking at the basic functions used in an application. This comes closer to the actual journey of the user without diving deep into specific expert knowledge. Take for example creating an account and deleting an account. Vertical E2E testing This form of E2E is a bit more for the complex areas of the systems, meaning we are now diving deep into aspects beyond the simple user interface. Take for example testing each component of the system separately and paying attention to data through the UI, API, and database layers. Automated vs. Manual End-to-End Testing E2E tests can be performed manually for the most part, a testing expert would simply follow the normal flow of the application use it as intended, and record any occurrence of defects or bugs. However, software testing services are involved in frequently testing more complex software systems that include an API and database where there could be no concern to the UI for the tester. In that case, we rely on automated methods to conduct a thorough analysis of the system by calling multiple complex orders via automation software. Tools for Automated End-to-End Testing · Selenium Webdriverjs · BugBug · Mabl · testRigor · Autify Conclusion End-to-end testing can help developers scale up the quality of their applications by guaranteeing that the system is bug-free throughout its entire course. End-to-end testing is a testing method used to validate application software performance and behavior as expected from start to finish. E2E testing can be both automated and manual depending on the complexity of the components we are testing. Q-Pros is a leading testing provider with years of experience that testifies to that. We believe that End-to-End testing is vital for QA purposes. While establishing our testing planes and phases, we make sure to include E2E as an essential stage for QA. If you would like to know more about us and our testing approaches, read more. Check out our online request service to get your own testing plan organized to your demand. ...

07Feb

7 Best Functional Testing Tools to Use in 2023

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Functional testing is a way to verify that software applications are providing expected outputs as required by the end-user or business. Functional tests are concerned with evaluating and comparing software functions with business requirements and quality standards. We at Q-Pros rely on a heavy arsenal of testing tools and modern utilities that help our teams achieve guaranteed and accurate results. In this article, we will look at the most renowned functional testing tools and why you should be using them in 2023 to achieve higher status in the testing world. Overview Let us start by looking at the criteria of which we will be relying on to consider a functional testing tools in our top 7 list. Usability–It is important for testing providers to make sure that the testing tools used can be used by team members with multiple levels of experience, and by more than one section or department within diverse teams. Integrations – In order to maximize a testing tool’s potential, it needs to be able to integrate with a wide range of software and coding languages. A good testing tool will make use of common frameworks to facilitate the work. User Interface – The perfect testing tool to choose needs to be well designed with a smart, easy to use interface. And so, based on our assessment framework, here is a list of 7 functional testing tools to use in 2023: 1. Selenium Selenium is one of the best test automation tools available for QA engineers and developers. It offers its users several libraries and tools that allow for efficient browser testing. One of Selenium’s top benefits is that it allows users to design test cases based on functional specifications with ease by offering options to change and control HTML elements to their exact needs. Its latest version (Selenium 4) supports several programming languages, offering simple implementations with JavaScript, C#, Ruby, Python, and Java. It is also worth mentioning that Selenium is an open-source tool that is free to use! 2. SmartBear Ready API SmartBear ReadyAPI is a functional tool designed for API testing, and it goes well with Agile and DevOps methodologies. It offers functional testing, API Performance testing, and API web Virtualization. ReadyAPI also provides automation options at every building stage through CI/CD pipelines. It offers you the ability to build data-driven functional API tests. The tool also integrates with any testing environment that uses Smart Assertion features. ReadyAPI provides integration with platforms such as Jenkins, Docker, and Git. 3. TestRigor TestRigor stands out as an excellent functional testing tool as it allows its users to build automated tests in plain English from a human point of view. It also converts manual tests into AI-based automated tests. TestRigor analyzes all potential factors behind the scenes to use the most effective ones, which outcomes ultra-reliable tests for testing teams. TestRigor is a great tool to build and customize new tests, and it allows the testing team to focus on test building rather than maintenance. 4. TestComplete TestComplete is a GUI functional testing tool that provides adaptable testing solutions. It works with multiple languages such as JavaScript, Python, and VBScript. What makes TestComplete more efficient is that it allows you to record your test runs and go back to them after implantation and adjust them based on initial outcomes. The tool also provides you with the capability to map objects from the screen and display objects, therefore allowing you to monitor any object in addition to providing you with all possible Xpaths for that specific object. 5. SoapUI SoapUI is an open-source functional testing tool that supports requirements-based testing and API solutions. The tool is renowned for its flexible interface as it allows your team to easily navigate through it with basic technical experience. SoapUI offers an endpoint explorer feature that lets you select a certain desired method and save the REST endpoints of URL requests - (URL requests can be made in both JSON and XML formats) 6. Kobiton Specifically created for mobile app testing, Kobiton allows you to perform manual and automated functional testing, performance testing, and visual testing for Android and IOS devices. It also offers a parallel text execution option to combine tests from multiple devices operating systems and platforms. It gives you the ability to implement a full device lab involving local and cloud devices (both public and private clouds) Kobiton allows you to perform automated tests without any knowledge script-wise. It also offers the ability to convert manual tests into complex automated tests. 7. Testim Testim is an automated testing tool that provides AI-based test implementations. The platform relies on AI to verify and lock visual elements, increasing testing stability for UI functional testing. Testim visual editor allows you to record and edit tests to efficiently organize test cases, as well as giving you the ability to keep test steps in parameters, streamlining the testing process for all testing contributors. The tool also helps you to replace duplicated tests with shared objects. And there you have it, 7 of the best functional tools to use in QA in 2023. Q-Pros Q-Pros is a leading IT company and a testing services provider, and we rely on market-leading partners and vendors to guarantee accurate results for our clients in every domain and industry. Such vendors include Smart Bear, Microsoft, Oracle, Tricentis, and much more. Our teams make use of various tools and utilities that are chosen uniquely for each client depending on business requirements and project technical specifications. Request a unique testing service through our online testing form. ...

27Dec

A Short Guide to Stability Testing

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A thriving business deserves a thriving software, and we at Q-Pros believe that software testing is the key to scale up businesses and create better results for both business owners and customers/users alike. One way software testing can help extend the functionality of an application is through Stability tests. In this article, we will define what stability testing is and its many benefits. What is Stability Testing? Stability testing is a type of non-functional software testing that helps measure an application’s ability to function continuously over lengthy periods. The primary purpose of conducting stability tests is to ensure the software component does not collapse under a wide range of use over time. One way to test the efficiency of the application is to run a stability test and ensure that the application is running well under circumstances beyond the average use. The intent here is to pressure the system to check its capabilities. Why Do We Need Stability Tests? In general, software testing helps us understand how the application will run under real-life situations, and we can find out what the limitations are, and how we can avoid future bottle-neck situations. Stability tests give us the confidence to trust the system while knowing that it will maintain function even when used to the maximum. Few issues are common in newly developed applications and mostly for justified reasons that are beyond the developer’s capabilities. Stability tests serve as an identifier of such issues and make us aware of the updates and fixes we can use to overcome them. Some issues regarding performance will erupt due to heavy usage. These issues include a sudden or repetitive request on the application or having a massive amount of data being entered at once. Stability Tests Outcomes As is the case with other testing approaches, stability testing requires a lot of reporting and building for test cases. We must document a list of results and stats that include the following: Hits per second – The number of demands or hits users would request; This gives us an understanding of the load percentage over the system. Throughput – Throughput is measured in bytes. It is the amount of data that a user would receive over a fixed amount of time. Memory – This is simply to document memory usage while conducting the test. Transaction Response Times – The time it takes for the system to complete a request/response cycle as declared by the application. Response time is important to measure in general, and in stability tests, we make sure that it has the same value while the system is running under stress. CPU – CPU utilization spent while performing the test. Stability Tests Process Test planning: We start by defining a solid testing strategy, making sure to mention the objectives and milestones. Test case designs: We then create solid test cases and scenarios that can efficiently assess stability parameters. Test case review: Making sure that our test cases are validated against project requirements and technical specifications. Test execution: Perform the tests. Report results: Documenting all outcomes from executed tests to share with operational stakeholders. Tools Used for Stability Tests Several performance testing tools are suitable to test for stability. The most predominant tools used now are: LoadRunner CloudTest Apache JMeter LoadUI WebLOAD In Conclusion It is certainly the goal of any application provider or business owner to have their applications scale up and be used by as many users as possible. Stability testing is a great way to scale up software. By doing a stability test we can guarantee that an application is more than ready to face future challenges. Stability testing is part of other performance testing approaches that evaluate the system’s performance attributes and help us understand how a system would behave under fixed environments. Learn more about software testing and get to know more about us. If you want to request a testing service, check out our list of offers and request a customized testing plan for your software via our request form. ...

15Dec

5 Ways AI is Solving Software Quality Challenges

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Over the past recent years, software testing approaches became more complex to keep up with the constant advancements in software development practices and with the nature of digital services in general. As is the case in all industries, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning) are shaping up new ways to speed up the production process and assure more accurate results. So is the case with software testing. AI solutions can not only scale up the level of productivity in all aspects but also solve issues that seemed inherent and unavoidable. In this article, we will discuss 5 ways in which Leveraging AI can solve software quality challenges, and how we at Q-Pros look to adapt such practices to further enhance our services in the world of QA. #1 Data Management Challenges Data gathering and documentation are at the core of any QA process. How well we manage our data decides the level of quality we seek to achieve. One problem testing engineers have struggled with over the years was data management. The amount of data being generated from the software development phase can be enormous. This amount of data can be so huge, that it can be impossible for human brains to fathom. This data includes: Values and parameters Environment data Build Data Data production and data coverage Giving this type of data a proper and accurate analysis can only be done by leveraging AI utilities. Relying on smart AI methods can secure better results in all software development phases, specially in the testing stages. It is likely that humans might fall to errors and get overworked while trying to comprehend enormous amounts of data. One crucial factor in assuring top quality is to collect data from end-users, and by doing so, it helps the dev team decide on what should be tested based on data gatherings and test configuration and combination. Test configuration can amount to millions of potential scenarios, and data-driven tests are essential to the testing process only running this data through smart analysis allows the testing teams to narrow down the number to prioritize the most valuable tests. #2 Challenges Regarding Time Organizations are constantly looking for ways to drive the Dev-Ops process even faster, and relying on smarter methods can further drive the cycle even faster and ensure better quality at the same time. While Agile methods can result in more organized and accurate outcomes, they can also take a heavy toll on the dev team. We must produce test configurations and test, and then the dev team must make the changes and wait for another testing cycle or sprint to ensure that no further changes are needed regarding the scenario at hand. Speeding this process and ensuring the same if not better quality of results can only be done via smarter AI solutions. By analyzing quality trends and assessing code-changing risks, developers can then plan for better more efficient sprints. #3 Keeping up with mobile and app advancements With the current state of exponential growth of mobile devices and mobile application services, it is getting more and more complicated for developers and testers to keep up. Most Mobile Operating Systems (OS) come with an SDK (Source Development tools) which are used to create native programming languages that are suited for each OS and each device. This accounts for many combinations which are still unstable as things are changing fast. Leveraging AI in the testing process can simplify things and assure the inclusion of all modern updates. #4 Integration Testing Within the Agile structure, QA has become a bottleneck or a speedbump. This is because while it is an essential step, there is little that can be done when it comes to constant updates and changes, we need to constantly test with each change! And while software development is shifting more to the front-end, testing on the front-end could be fragile. That is why we need to make the most of the AI to run more integration tests. #5 Continuous Monitoring Existing new possibilities lay ahead in the world of software development, and it is only fair to extend the same level of advancements to the world of testing services. In future years, we will begin to see automated functions running in the background always analyzing every level of code. The Use of AI can help establish the foundation for such continuous progress as it is difficult for human labor to keep track of every degree of development. Cognitive Automation As mentioned, one challenge facing software testing is our need for continuous testing. Doing so allows us to confirm expected behaviors and check for any changes or anomalies. This task is better done through AI, and we could allow automated tools to adjust and customize themselves to perform this process. QA engineers must harness the benefit of AI and make use of every viable way to automate the testing process, this allows for more time for creative thinking and planning for more tests and areas to serve the overall project. The need for human intervention in software testing will always remain, the key is to adapt and collaborate with automated means, and not to eliminate one on account of the other. For as long as the software is designed to be eventually used by humans, the need for human testers will only grow more as applications are getting bigger in scales of usability. AI Testing and Shifting Left In recent years, and with the emergence of such work models like agile and DevOps, testers started shifting left, which means testing is now becoming more present in the initial stages of development. The role of AI in shifting left is that it asserts cooperation values and by doing so allows the development teams to co-exist and align better with the testing team. One way to deliver better quality to the product is to involve the testing team in more stages, such as early planning and sprint execution. Q-Pros Q-Pros is a leading IT company that provides testing services at all levels, we at Q-Pros rely on manual and automated testing methods and tools to assure the best quality for our clients. We plan and strategies testing plans custom-made and crafted for our unique clients. The role of AI is eminent, we strive to lead the way in innovation and creative testing. Read more on how we plan to leverage AI in software testing. Read more about Q-Pros and request a testing service via our online form. In Conclusion Software testing involves a set of unavoidable challenges. It comes down to either working hard or working smart; while we intend to do both, it is of extreme importance to remain on top of modern advancements. Establishing good foundations with AI and ML tools is a huge asset for software quality. Automation allows us to analyze data in real time. Through AI we gain more information from data builds, code changes, and test history, narrowing down thousands of possible configurations. By empowering the testing team through Automated tools, we receive better and quicker results. ...

17Nov

Test Automation and Calculating ROI: Automated Tests’ Role in Improving the Return of Investments

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Calculating ROI (Return of Investment) is important for business owners. It judges how well an investment has performed and evaluates the efficiency of the overall project. Amongst its many purposes, QA (Quality Assurance) has to do with increasing the ROI for clients. And relying on better means of testing asserts this benefit, including many other financial gains. In this article, we will discuss how test automation is helping business owners increase their ROI levels and our role at Q-pros to increase and satisfy our clients' ROI. Test Automation as a Cost-effective Tool Limiting the dependency on manual means is a top priority for any company looking to save on project budgets. Working with automated tools not only results in more accurate findings but also cuts a substantial amount of cost compared to manual processes. Take for example Regression testing. If you were to consider doing regression testing manually, you would have to bear in mind the large amount of data to be tested each time a change occurred internally. This results in more labor- hence more time and cost - and a higher chance of inaccuracy. With all the benefits that automated testing carries over manual testing, manual testing is far from being completely canceled. The need for hands-on procedures is necessary. Because at the end of the day, applications will eventually be used by humans! and for that reason, testing phases adopt many manual testing methods to verify defects and ensure quality. Calculating Automated Testing ROI As mentioned, not only does automation testing cut time and cost, but it also guarantees better results, improving the overall quality of the product. Manual testing will always carry the risk of missing specific defects and causing the quality to go down or simply requiring more tests and more time. cumulated costs over time - Source: methodsandtools.com Significant metrics to calculate automated testing ROI include: Measuring the quality of the product (e.g., improving MTTD (Mean Time to Detection) Cost analysis. cutting back on hardware and software costs by unifying the work through singular or lesser channels The speed of test execution. Limiting test duration and manual tests. Software testing is constantly evolving. Automated testing tools are getting better and better at doing their job. This means that calculating ROI could hold more in its criteria than what it does now. How to Calculate ROI (ROI Formula) ROI is the ratio between the net income and the initial investment. The higher the ROI, the better. It means the investment has compared favorably to the costs. ROI is a great metric to evaluate the efficiency of the investment in comparison to other different several investments. To calculate Automated testing ROI, we rely on the following formula: ROI = Savings ÷ Investment Savings: The amount accumulated by replacing manual tests with automated tests. Savings = (time to run one manual test case - time to run one automated test case) * number of tests * number of runs Investment: The costs piped into setting up test automation channels. Investment = time to build framework + (time to code one automated test * number of tests) + maintenance costs (Maintenance costs include the cost it takes to fix failed tests and false positive tests) In Conclusion ROI is a solid identifier for the success of a project. By relying on automated testing, you not only increase the ROI and save on costs, but you also ensure better quality for the product. There is more than one way to recognize the actual benefit of automated testing, one is calculating the ROI concerning the actual amount of investment and in comparison, with manual methods. Q-Pros is a leading Quality Assurance and testing service provider, know more about us and check out our list of offers that will help you increase ROI for your projects. Read another blog: What is The Global Star Rating System? ...

10Nov

What is Accessibility Testing: An Introduction

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With most services becoming digitized, the dependency on mobile applications and online services is growing. It used to be the case that we would have traditional alternatives to compensate for the lack of availability of a digital medium. But even the most basic services are becoming solely available through digital means. Taking this level of dependency into consideration, we must think about and put in mind the various and diverse nature of users-Abled and Disabled- And with that notion in mind, Q-Pros believes that all software applications must be accessible and available for usage for all users, and we set out to make sure that everyone has the right to an efficient digital experience. In this article, we will discuss a software testing type called Accessibility Testing, what it means and how we do it. Why is it Important to Test Accessibility? Based on statistics published by the world bank, 15% of the planet’s population undergo some sort of disability, which amounts to over one billion people. For that reason alone, we really must take accessibility seriously to make sure our applications and digital services in general are usable by all people regardless of capability. Types of Disabilities Physical Disability - The type of disability that affects people's ability to interact with applications on a hardware level. Cognitive Disabilities - The type of disability that involves having difficulties in understanding and expressing, as well as having a poor memory. This leaves the user incapable of performing basic tasks. Eyesight Disabilities - This Involves visual impairments or blindness. Hearing Disabilities - The incapacity to hear, whether partially hearing aids or complete deafness. Temporary Disabilities - A disability caused by accidents or environmental conditions. How to Perform Accessibility Testing? The Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) has determined a set of guidelines called (The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)) which most organizations must follow to make their applications compatible and accessible to people with special needs. These guidelines should be followed through each phase of the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and be listed in Non-Functional Testing Practices. Physical Disability The criteria to overcome physical disability challenges through accessibility testing are as follows: Making sure to have an efficient keyboard option for people with speech impediments Testing voice recognition software Applications should offer an option for human help that can be requested easily by people with special needs Testing the applications while using special hardware that is manufactured for people with motor disabilities Cognitive Disability Make sure the applications are simple and not too complicated to use Make sure to have clear menus that users can easily choose from to reach certain places and take advantage of all services Having media components such as images and graphs to make sure to explain the context of the application Make it clear that the application offers help options, including that of human contact Take the user’s journey to complete an action and make sure there were no limiting or distracting factors throughout the usage Eye-sight Disability Make sure to have text to audio option and testing its efficiency Make sure to include magnifiers Making sure that the fonts used are compliant with WAI standards for clarity Having a filter that takes into consideration people with color blindness Hearing Disability Having an alert system that can function without the need for sound, visual, or vibration alerts Making sure to include sign language options for essential services Audio-to-text option Accessibility Testing Tools To align all the disabilities with WC3 standards and validate the success of the testing process we rely on multiple tools some of which are open-source and available for all users. Some of the most prominent tools used to achieve accessibly compliance are: Screen Readers Screen readers will give a detailed narration of everything on a web page. This includes texts, links, images, buttons, etc. Here are some screen readers you can use to leverage accessibly in an application: IE and Chrome: JAWS (Job Access With Speech) Safari: Voice Over iPhone: Voice Over Android: Talkback Color Contrast Analyzer (CCA) Color Contrast Analyzer helps in establishing a contrast between foreground and background colors, enhancing clarity, and making things easier for people with sight disabilities and all users in general. Screen Magnification People with limited vision have a tough time reading text at certain sizes, which is why it is important to have an option where users can magnify them to have a clearer UI/UX. Some of the tools we could use to magnify screens are: Magnifier App in Windows Zoom option in macOS Speech Recognition Tools Speech recognition tools are used to transfer audio commands by users to applications. These commands could include data entry/input, buttons, opening the applications, and other actions. Good tools to use for speech recognition are: Windows Speech Recognition Apple Dictation Dragon Axe Browser Plugin Axe scans web pages to validate compliance with WCAG 2 (Web Content Guidelines 2) and reports any violations. Axe is a plugin for Chrome and Firefox. The Axe-Chrome extension is an open-source JavaScript library. In Conclusion It is without a doubt essential to even the plain view for all users regardless of disabilities. The foundation of Quality Assurance and Software Testing has always been to eliminate the possibility of bugs and defects, and up the quality level of applications overall, the latter can only be achieved by putting people with disabilities at the top of our lists to validate the success of any testing project. Accessibility Testing results in giving equal rights in the digital world and helps us include as many users as possible. Q-Pros is a Testing service provider with years of experience pioneering in the field. Learn more about Software Testing and get to know more about us. ...

12Oct

What is The Global Star Rating System aka “7 Stars program”?

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The United Arab Emirates is one pure example of thriving success. Over the years, the country has witnessed exponential growth across all fields and levels. In both Governmental and Private sections, the UAE has preserved a reputation of being a model of institutional excellence. A model that is truly worthy of following. This level of quality is achieved only through constant diligence and utter devotion, among many values that reflect wisdom in leadership and ethical thinking. This set of principles is portrayed clearly in what is called “The Global Star System for Services.” A prestigious ranking and service assessment system that empowers entities to enhance customer experience and service delivery across all channels. In this article, we will take a closer look at the 7-star program and how we at Q-Pros align our criteria to fit with such top-quality models. The Global Star Rating, Definition, and History The Global Star Rating System for Services is a service assessment model that seeks to enable institutions to better their customer's experience and services across all channels. The model intends to generate world-class services for all customers, upping the global standard for customer experience. The 7 Stars Program was created to pave the way for both private and public sectors. It looks to ease and facilitate customer engagement and preserve top-quality services with time. The Global Star Rating System (GSR) was launched by the United Arab Emirates Prime Minister in 2012, striving to increase the level of efficiency of government services. When it began, 19 service centers were part of the scheme, and in 2014, only 2 years later, that number grew to 159 centers. In the beginning, participation in the program was voluntary. The Emirati government would go about raising awareness programs and workshops to encourage entities to join. This would change later in 2015 when participation became obligatory for all government service centers. Every two years, awards are given based on an evaluation of participating institutions. “The government of the future needs to be hospitable like hotels and run 24/7 like airlines. All services need to be in one-stop shop” H.H. SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM WORLD GOVERNMENT SUMMIT 2013 The service delivery framework - The Global Start Rating system consists of 8 pillars used for the assessment. These pillars are supported by 35 elements and 233 questions that are assessed based on Maturity level. The star system model maturity levels are: Basic Developing Maturing Leading The Service framework consists of three main blocks: Strategy (The Why) - The entity would set out service delivery goals based on objectives and priority. Service delivery (The What) - This benefits the overall customer experience by defining the specifics of the service at hand, it also defines the channels and levels associated with the service. Enablers (The How) - To achieve the desired level of quality of service, entities need to empower themselves with a proper supporting process, organizational culture, and human capabilities, as well as information management systems. The Global Star Rating System (GSR) Focuses on 6 main Delivery Channels: Customer Happiness Centers: Cost-efficient service delivery. Digital Channels: Reaching a 7-star service satisfaction level on all access points, in-Person, Online, and via Phone. Contact Centers: Setting out towards an Ideal customer experience through training customer service agents and achieving customer satisfaction. Shared Service Center: Shared Service Centers are partnerships between different entities to achieve customer satisfaction by aligning the work and centralizing the access. Smart Service Centers: A service provided by the government to provide services via smarter and technological means, this in return guarantees a more efficient experience to a wider range of customers/users. Outsourced Service Centers: A partnership between both the public sector and the private sector to provide services for customers. Our Role at Q-Pros As a leading testing service provider and pioneer in the world of QA (Quality Assurance), we align our criteria and standards to guarantee our clients (Governmental and private) a 7-star rating. We have worked and achieved such status with our clients in the UAE for years, and we plan to grow even bigger with our clients. Quality Assurance and Software testing are key factors for both governmental and private entities' success, ensuring bug-free and defect-free software is essential for standard quality. Setting out to guarantee "World class services" the Global Star Rating system hopes to continue elevating the standard for customer experience on a global scale. The regressive effort by the UAE government is paving the way for a more global movement to scale up customer services. ...

02Mar

The Important Guide of Performance Testing in Software Testing

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When we think about software testing, the first thing that springs to mind is checking the app's features and functions. Developers are apprehensive about their application's behavior; therefore, they run several tests to ensure it works properly. However, modulated testing isn't the only issue to solve. In addition to testing the core functionality of the built program, it is also necessary to assess its performance when exposed to external situations. Said performance testing is a type of software testing that seeks to establish whether or not a built application can withstand a certain amount of stress. The main aim of performing performance tests is to determine how well a website operates in terms of speed, reliability, and robustness in the external world. Performance testing is the ideal option for developers concerned about the application's efficiency. Performance testing confirms the following: The response times of the page, the network, and the browser Server request processing times The ability to handle several requests at the same time The processor's memory use determines errors. Is it Important to Perform Performance Testing? Is performance testing essential? If you've built great software with unique features that the entire team has functionally tested and verified. The software appears to be complete and ready for release. You can safely disregard this warning and proceed with the software installation. However, let me know what happens if you do not test your software for performance. This form of testing is used to determine when the software starts to act up or when the site's maximum capacity is reached. What is the purpose of performance testing? Performance testing can assess various success elements, including response times and potential errors. You may confidently detect bottlenecks, defects, and blunders with these performance results in hand and decide how to optimize your application to eliminate the problems. The most prevalent difficulties that performance testing reveals are speed, response times, load times, and scalability. Page Speed: When using software, the page load speed is the most critical factor to consider. A slower website drops in search engine rankings, reducing its visibility. Software developers should add performance testing services to verify that the website performs well under pressure. The user would not abandon the site if the page loaded quickly enough. Scalability: The software application's scalability comes in second. Along with assessing the website's speed, it's critical to understand how the same would act if you added another CPU or how the load would shift with new hardware. Stability: You don't want to go offline on days when there's a lot of traffic. Performance testing services ensure that the website can handle and perform alongside any situation. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are approaching, and a sudden influx of visitors might jeopardize your website's reliability. Long Response Time: The period between a user submitting data into an application and receiving a response is poor response time. Users' interest in the program is considerably diminished by long response times. Bottlenecks: They are systemic stumbling blocks that reduce an application's overall performance. Hardware issues or bad code are frequently the culprits. Process of Performance Testing While testing methodologies differ, there is a general framework you can use to meet the specific aim of your performance tests, which is to ensure that everything works as it should in a range of situations while also discovering flaws. 1. Determine your testing environment.It's critical to know the specifics of the hardware, software, and network settings you'll be using before you start testing. It is easier to identify problems that testers may face when they thoroughly understand the environment. 2. Establish Acceptance Criteria for PerformanceBefore doing the tests, you must clearly describe the application's success criteria, as they will not be the same for every project. If you can't figure out your success criteria, use a similar app as a benchmark. 3. Create scenarios for planning and performance testing It's important to determine how consumers use your app to conduct reliable tests. It's critical to identify crucial procedures and data points to run tests that are as realistic as possible: Create a test environment. Carry out the test plan Tests should be run and monitored Analyze, adapt, and repeat the experiments if necessary. After completing your testing, you'll need to examine and combine the results. After the necessary changes have been made to remedy the issues, tests should be rerun to ensure that any remaining issues have been eliminated. Performance Testing Types Although performance testing is a single phrase, it encompasses a variety of other qualities. There are three tests in that are used to validate the website's efficiency. Performance Testing It all starts with determining or testing the software application's responsiveness. It is a continuous procedure carried out at regular intervals to assess the problem and then work to resolve the performance difficulties. Testing after the program isn't recommended since if the product has major speed difficulties, post-development becomes a time-consuming and tiresome task. Performance testing, it appears, proves the software's dependability under adverse conditions. Benefits: Before delivering the final version of the product, identify and correct any inconsistencies. Improves capacity testing efforts to verify if the program matches the user's expectations. Recognize and correct functional errors as soon as possible. Loading Testing Load testing is used to determine how long an application will last after being constructed. For example, a website might handle a thousand visitors effectively but fail to simultaneously take a hundred thousand requests. Load testing verifies that the application can operate without fail under various load circumstances. Load testing also determines the time it takes for a website to load or its speed under high-traffic situations. This aids the developer in adapting the program to withstand the increased load. Benefits: The device's functionality is tested by verifying the required throughput to manage peak loads. Examine whether the application's load balancer is enough. Recognize software concurrency concerns. Stress Testing This form of testing is used to determine when the software starts to act adversely or when the site's maximum capacity is reached. Software testers do stress testing to see how much traffic will cause a break and whether or not it will recover after crashing. Knowing the website's stress level gives developers a better understanding of its performance and allows them to implement strategies to make the application more resilient to stress. The testing would enable developers to understand the flaws and problems that appear under pressure and correct them to boost user trust. Benefits: Determines whether the software may crash in unusual circumstances. Demonstrate the application's maximum load capacity. Preventing application flaws. Anticipate application failures. Performance testing services are essential for any program, whether a mobile app or a desktop application. The testing services detect everything from scalability to performance, dependability, and robustness. While this can be done manually, today's testers use automation to undertake software performance testing and improve outcomes, increasing the product's efficiency and allowing for on-the-go testing. ...

15Feb

Top 7 Reasons Why Software Testing is Necessary for Companies

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The Software is the only item that significantly impacts a much larger audience in today's digital environment. As a result, software testing procedures are critical, and it assists programmers to resolve a variety of bugs. These defects can be anything from a misplaced semicolon to a vital company's necessity. As a result, software testing is a critical component of a test-driven development environment. Software testing guarantees that the Software is functional and meets the users' needs. Testers use manual and automated procedures to execute various tests. We'll learn more about software testing and how it helps company software run correctly in this blog. What is software testing? Software testing is a critical process that provides testers with an analysis to identify and evaluate the program. It checks whether the freshly generated app complies with the Business Requirement Specifications. The Software Testing Life Cycle is a well-known continuous procedure, and this procedure works in tandem with the software development life cycle. Here we will show you the top seven reasons why software testing is vital for businesses: 1. Cost-effective Many initiatives make up software testing. The cost-effectiveness of software testing services is one of the essential factors firms consider. Fixing an issue is cheaper if detected early in the development process. As a result, you must finish the testing as soon as feasible. So, every business owner hires a tester or quality analyst who has excellent experience and thorough knowledge of the projects to save them from a big loss of the end phase. 2. Safety and security One of the important reasons for software testing is security. And considering it could be the wisest decision of all. Software testing is a critical, delicate, and vulnerable part of the process. As a result, security is regarded as the most trustworthy basis for users to believe in the Software's quality. One factor that assures that the product is safe to use is security. 3. Product Consistency Before launching a product or application, every testing team must ensure that the device is compatible. When launching an app, it should be compatible with various devices and operating systems. The product's requirements ensure that some items securely come to life for your client's service. 4. Customer Satisfaction Consumer satisfaction is a term used to describe how satisfied a customer is with a product or service. The product owner's primary purpose is to provide the maximum customer satisfaction possible. Adopting a software testing process is critical since users have the best possible experience. If you choose the best project in a crowded market, you will build a reputation with trustworthy clients. 5. Improve the development process Adopting a testing strategy is essential since users receive the most outstanding experience possible. You will be able to build a reputation as a trustworthy client. With the help of testers, Quality Assurance can identify various scenarios and faults.It's effortless, and the developers need to fix it immediately. In addition, software testers and developers should work together to speed up the development process. 6. Determine the performance of the Software Software testing is regarded as a simple alternative because it aids in determining the Software's performance. If you release Software without first testing it, users will no longer want to use it and may even lose faith in the firm that sells it, and the company's reputation will eventually suffer as well. The Software must be given to the public once extensively tested and proven to work. Even after the product has been introduced, constant testing is required to maintain the product's reputation. If the Software's performance suffers, everything is lost. As a result, testing is the most incredible alternative for determining program performance. 7. It's simple to add new features It's more challenging to update code that's been around for a long time and is interrelated. This propensity is countered with tests, allowing developers to add new features reliably. Changing older parts of your codebase as a new developer might be a scary prospect. You'll know whether you've broken anything critical if you use tests, in any case. These new features allow your program to stand out from the crowd and outperform the competitors. Software testing is a sophisticated process that verifies the product's flawless quality, and testing also improves usability, adds functionality, and lowers maintenance costs. Make sure to recruit a team that includes skilled software testers who can safeguard your product with the most up-to-date tools and procedures. ...

12Jan

Guidelines On How To Test Blockchain Implementation

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The Blockchain Implementation world should be familiar to everyone who works with digital currencies. After conducting thorough research, we have concluded that blockchain technologies may be leveraged to transform your company. Follow these guidelines on how to test blockchain implementation. The Following are the steps involved in Testing Blockchain Implementation: 1. Starting with a Use Case To begin, this is the most crucial step in the blockchain implementation process. To identify a use case, you must first research, explain, and organize your blockchain requirements. Next, you must choose relevant blockchain use cases to examine, research, and explore extensively before incorporating them into your blockchain implementation. 2. The Importance of Creating a Proof of Concept (POC) The next stage is to construct a valid Proof of Concept (POC) for your use case. POC is a strategic approach for determining whether or not a blockchain implementation is feasible for your company. It's critical to emphasize that "direction" is essential to developing your Proof of Concept. You should be able to see what your actions might lead to. In a nutshell, you should be tactical and deliberate in your actions and conclusions. The steps for creating a Proof of Concept are as follows: Create and adhere to a set of standards that describe the scope of your company’s endeavor. Make a prototype that includes sketching, design, coding, architecture, and other elements. Put your prototype to the test. Analyze your MVP with the bare minimum of desired top characteristics. The term "minimum viable product" refers to a product that meets the basic minimum requirements. 3. Carefully choosing a blockchain When choosing a blockchain platform for your company, it's critical to be deliberate and cautious. This is a strategic step in which you must think about your budget and do extensive research. There are several well-known platforms to choose from when choosing a Blockchain for your organization. Some of the most well-known blockchain platforms are: Ethereum: It is primarily used to create creative contracts. Many companies are already using it to estimate their business's prospective growth rate. Quorum: Many businesses have used Quorum as part of their blockchain implementation. Quorum essentially eliminates data tampering in commercial transactions. Hyperledger Fabric is a blockchain technology that allows corporations and organizations to construct private, public, chain-based applications. Stellar: It is a blockchain platform used to create blockchain applications for businesses and organizations. Corda: A blockchain platform expert would produce unique designs while also exploiting the platform to eliminate all costly contingencies in your business contracts. It enables you to conduct direct transactions using smart contracts that ensure the highest security and anonymity. Open the chain: The main goal of this blockchain platform is to take advantage of blockchain technology to improve every element of your company's human resource management. Multichain: The Multichain platform may be used in various industries, including banking and finance, healthcare, human resources, e-commerce, education, retail, and so on. It is mainly utilized for professional human resource optimization in your company. 4. Developing and Validating a Blockchain Solutions It's a good idea to keep up with the latest blockchain technology so you can pick the ideal one for your needs. This procedure entails assessing several variables, including: Blockchain technology's infrastructure. It's also important to know whether it works with both private and public blockchains. Is it compatible with multichain and other various platforms because of the breadth of the technology? The functionality of smart contracts is one of the essential aspects of blockchain technology. Smart contracts allow firms to conduct critical transactions without third parties, and this has the advantage of making the transaction process more automated, transparent, and fair. Testing your system requires testing apps on several platforms. 5. In production, run and manage the network To accomplish this, you must first construct your block. Keep in mind that this block must have all of the chain's attributes. Essentially, this step lays the groundwork for receiving data. At this point, the encrypted token, more commonly known as cryptocurrency, enters the picture. The encrypted token would activate the power required to ensure that the nodes' communication would stay persistent. 6. Active Blockchain All that remains is to activate an application on the blockchain network after the network has been set up and managed. This is an application server that is ready to use. Each of your applications would be hosted on the main blockchain in this case. It is advised that you initialize hybrid solutions on the cloud server if we are on-chain and off-chain entities. 7. Choosing the Most Appropriate Consensus Protocol The goal of Proof of Work is to protect against cyber-attacks like DDoS or Distributed Denial-of-Service attacks. The agreement in this consensus system is based on the amount of cryptocurrency held by miners or the 'weight' of their coins. In most Proof of Stake implementations, the miner must validate block transactions based on the number of coins they own. This consensus protocol ensures that transactions are approved. A miner's ability to create more blocks is proportional to the amount of cryptocurrency in their possession. 8. Creating an Ecosystem When a large number of stakeholders become involved in the blockchain, an ecosystem becomes necessary. An ecosystem will function as a subset of the greater blockchain community. It will serve to boost understanding of the sector and encourage business trust. Stakeholders must agree on the following issues in order to create an ecosystem: The terms of the contract How to ensure that costs and benefits are distributed fairly. The governance procedures that have been put in place. Having a Planned Design 9. Having a Planned Design Every blockchain specialist will agree that the blockchain's structure necessitates careful planning. The design must be purposeful to ensure that any faults with the organization are quickly resolved. ...