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Test Smarter with the 80:20 Rule In 1963, IBM found about 80 percent of a computer's time was spent executing only computer's 20 percent of the instructions, which was a counter-intuitive breakthrough at the time. IBM rewrote the operating system to make the 20 percent faster and easier to use, improving computer performance. RISC computing is based on this principle as well. Web traffic also follows the Pareto Principle, with 10 percent of web sites having 90 percent of traffic. This article discusses how to improve your testing skills by using the 80:20 rule, (a.k.a. The Pareto Principle).
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Erik Petersen, Emprove
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Paradigms Lost, Paradigms Tossed: New Perspectives for Test Management A paradigm is a set of rules and regulations that does two things: it establishes or defines boundaries; and it tells you how to be successful inside the boundaries. This paper discusses why paradigms are important and how they relate to test management.
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Harry Robinson, Microsoft Corporation
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Web/e-Commerce Application Stress Testing This article discusses application stress testing in a Web/e-commerce environment. Techniques on how to recover from defect discoveries are also included.
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Robert Sabourin, AmiBug.com Inc
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Revolutionize Your Automation with Application Maps and Keywords This article details the directory structure of KWA (Keyword Architecture). The benefits of using KWA are also discussed.
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Dion Johnson, Pointe Technology Group
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Efficient Testing Using the Pairwise Approach This article discusses the All-Pairs testing method and how to implement it for your testing team. Detailed instructions are also provided.
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Bernie Berger, Test Assured Inc.
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Damage Prevented: The Value of Testing Techniques to help your software team prevent defects in projects are detailed. This article also discusses the economic value of testing.
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Tim Koomen, Sogeti
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STAREAST 2003: Rapid Web Testing in a High-Velocity Environment This paper discusses implementing METS (Minimal Essential Testing Strategy) for your test team. METS is a strategy to help get the essential testing for your project done within the time frame allowed. Step by step instructions for using this methodology are included.
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Greg Paskal, Kinko's
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The Generations of Test Automation Tools This paper discusses the first three generations of software test automation and introduces the fourth generation of software test automation: model-based test automation. The benefits of using test automation are also covered. A list of acronyms and a glossary of testing terms is also included.
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Mark Blackburn, Software Productivity Consortium
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Testing in the Agile World This paper discusses implementing the agile testing methodology for your team.
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Brian Marick, Testing Foundations
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Building a Flexible Automated Testing Architecture This paper discusses implementing the right test automation strategies for your team.
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Jack Harris, Washington Mutual Bank
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