Deciding on the Correct Ratio of Developers to Testers
Summary:
Many of us would like a precise answer to the question: "What's the correct staffing ratio for developers to testers in my product organization?" Usually, though, the only answer is "It depends." Your answer depends on your situation: the kind of project you're working on,
your schedule constraints, the culture you work in, and the quality expectations for the product. This paper discusses the thought process involved in deciding on your correct staffing ratios.
