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The Tyranny of the "To Do" List[article]

We create lists to help us prioritize tasks and stay on schedule. Sometimes those lists help us accomplish those tasks faster. Sometimes those lists simply chain us to an archaic way of doing things. Having a "To Do" list is a good thing if you don't let it prevent you from thinking outside the box. In this column, Elisabeth explains why the agenda items that don't make the list can often be some of the most important.

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Stop the Bad MBOs[article]

Some managers use "management by objectives" effectively; however, too often they are used destructively and undermine the team. In this article Rex gives the clarion call to stop the bad MBOs and gives three case studies of what not to do.

Rex Black's picture Rex Black
Gaining the Respect of the Programming Team[article]

As the layer between the business sponsor and the end user, and as the one who is ultimately responsible for the success of a project, project managers occupy a challenging role. Often, we find ourselves playing the role of leader, diplomat, counselor, and dare I say it, salesperson. To achieve success, it is crucial to build a solid foundation of teamwork and respect among those involved in the project. In this article, Patrick Graves explains how this can be accomplished.

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Software Testing Turnovers[presentation]

This paper was originally presented at an SQE STAR conference. It is offered here unedited in its original format.

 

Jeffrey S. Davis
Techniques and Processes for Reliability Testing[presentation]

This paper details techniques and processes for reliability testing.

Ross Collard, Collard and Company
Personal Skills for Test Professionals[presentation]

This paper discusses personal skills for test professionals and managers. In addition to excellent technical skills and an understanding of testing methodologies and tools, testers, and their managers, must have a rich portfolio of

Steve Allott, ElectroMind Limited
Test Process Improvement Using the TPI Approach[presentation]

This paper discusses test process improvement using the TPI approach.

Martin Pol, POLTEQ IT Services BV
Scripting for Testing 101: An Introduction[presentation]

These presentation materials are not available online. Please contact the authors for more information.

Brian Marick, Testing Foundations
Establishing a Fully Integrated Test Automation Architecture[presentation]

These conference materials have not been published at the request of the speaker. For information: Contact [email protected]

Ed Kit, Software Development Technologies
Estimation for Test Projects[presentation]

This paper discusses practical tools and techniques for adapting to project constraints. A hypothetical case study is also included.

Rex Black, Rex Black Consulting Services, Inc.
The Dynamic Answer to Test Automation: Model-Based Testing[presentation]

This paper discusses the advantages to using Model-Based testing. Model-Based testing provides efficient coverage, tests what you expect and what you don’t, and finds crashing and non-crashing bugs.

Harry Robinson, Microsoft Corporation
STAREAST 2003: Implementing a Test Automation Framework[presentation]

This paper discusses how to properly implement a test automation framework. You will learn keys to automation success, how to design test library architecture, and how to develop project implementation models.

Linda Hayes, WorkSoft
A Positive View of Negative Testing[presentation]

Negative testing is a core skill of experienced testers, and requires an opportunist, exploratory approach to get the best value from the time spent.

James Lyndsay, Workroom Productions
Building Executable Software Test Specifications[presentation]

This paper discusses how executable software test specifications can help you reach project goals, and offer solutions to three common software problems.

Michael Corning, Microsoft Corporation
Testing Microsoft.NET Applications[presentation]

This paper will teach you how to build testing processes from lessons learned and best practices. Solutions are recommended to help enhance your .NET programming experience.

Al Rago, Olenick & Associates

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