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Leandro Melendez (Señor Performo) says that Exploratory Testing is not just about what you find but how you found it. Why does it matter? Knowing where you clicked and the paths you took ensures reproducibility. Observability gives you the visibility to connect actions to outcomes.

S1.E27: Combining performance testing and exploratory testing with Leandro Melendez

The team is thrilled to welcome back Leandro Melendez, aka Señor Performo, for his second appearance on the show! Last time, it was all about performance testing, but now, Leandro is here to explore the powerful combination of performance testing AND exploratory testing. With nearly 20 years of IT experience and a decade dedicated to performance testing using top-tier tools like Roller, NeoLoad, and more, Leandro shares his insights on.

A Complete Guide to Exploratory Testing

Traditional testing approaches can struggle to keep up with the dynamic nature of modern development cycles. While effective in certain contexts, these methods may miss some defects, which can lead to costly fixes, customer dissatisfaction, and damage to the product's reputation. The problem lies in the limitations of scripted testing, which might lack the flexibility required to identify novel defects.

S1.E26: The true definition of testability with Ash Winter

In this episode, we sit down with Ash Winter, seasoned community-focused tester, coach, and co-author of Team Guide to Software Testability. Ash brings his wealth of knowledge to discuss how testability isn't just about testing, but a team effort that transforms the way we build and maintain software. Key topics covered: Ash's enthusiasm and practical approach make this episode a must-listen for testers, developers, and tech leaders looking to improve their processes.

The synergy of AI and human intelligence in software testing

Combining Artificial Intelligence and human intelligence in testing becameessential for delivering high-quality products quickly and efficiently. AI excels at automating repetitive tasks, analyzing vast datasets, and improving test coverage. Humans, on the other hand, bring creativity, critical thinking, and the ability to handle complex scenarios that machines can’t easily navigate. Together, they form a powerful synergy that enhances speed and accuracy in testing but also brings challenges..

S1.E25: Exploratory Testing in DevOps with Szilard Szell

It's easy to overlook exploratory testing. But is that wise? Could incorporating exploratory testing slow down your processes, or will it uncover hidden issues that your automated tests miss? In this episode, we dive deep into these questions and more with a special guest, Szilard Szell, a seasoned DevOps transformation lead and test coach.

S1.E22: Automating builds with Jenkins | QA Therapy Podcast

Are you facing frequent challenges in your build and deployment processes? Enter Jenkins - an invaluable tool for automating various tasks such as compiling, testing, packaging, and deploying software. Today, our guest is Kohsuke Kawaguchi, the visionary creator of Jenkins. We’re gonna delve into the capabilities of Jenkins and its role in modern software development.

S1.E23: Cristiano Cunha on Automation: Secrets of a Solution Architect | QA Therapy Podcast

Special episode alert! We're thrilled to share an exclusive episode featuring one of our hosts, Cristiano Cunha! Cristiano is more than a Solution Architect at Xray. He’s also a passionate enthusiast for software testing and automation. Get ready to hear stories and insights about Cristiano's career experiences. But that's not all - get ready for a round of rapid-fire questions that promise to bring out some laughs.