16 July 2024 Leave a comment QA
Deliberate practice is essential for developing mastery in any skill, including test design. Unlike casual practice, deliberate practice is structured, goal-oriented, and requires continuous feedback and self-reflection. This guide will help you explore various resources and methods to enhance your test design skills through deliberate practice.
Testing Dojos: Interactive Learning
Testing Dojos are collaborative, facilitated group exercises designed to test software, explore new testing ideas, and learn from one another. These sessions focus on practical, hands-on testing activities rather than just theoretical discussions. Markus Gärtner, a prominent figure in the testing community, has extensively promoted Testing Dojos. His experiences and insights can be invaluable for anyone looking to improve their testing skills.
For a detailed overview, you can explore Markus Gärtner’s report on Testing Dojos and his presentation at EuroStar.
Weekend Testing: Global Collaboration
Weekend Testing is an initiative that brings together testers from around the world to practice and improve their skills. It provides a platform for testers to engage in real-world testing scenarios and receive feedback from peers. Weekend Testing has chapters in various regions, including India, Europe, and North America, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Visit Weekend Testing to find a group near you and participate in upcoming sessions.
Testing Challenges: A Wealth of Ideas
Another excellent resource for deliberate practice is Testing Challenges. This website offers a variety of testing scenarios and challenges that can help you improve specific areas of your testing performance. These challenges are designed to be demanding and provide continuous feedback, making them ideal for deliberate practice.
Parkcalc: Real-World Application Testing
Parkcalc is a real-world application used to calculate parking costs at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. It is known for having several bugs, making it an excellent tool for testing practice. The requirements for Parkcalc are provided in the form of a parking brochure, and there are self-hosted versions available for testing.
You can explore Parkcalc and its various bugs through different self-hosted versions available online.
Open Source Projects and Communities
Participating in open-source projects and communities like uTest can also provide valuable practice opportunities. These platforms allow you to work on real-world projects, receive feedback from other testers, and learn from their experiences. Additionally, communities like the Association for Software Testing (AST) offer courses and training materials for structured learning.
Explore AST’s Black Box Software Testing courses for more information.
Enhance Your Testing with Repeato
If you’re looking for a no-code test automation tool to streamline your testing practice, consider using Repeato. Repeato is designed for iOS and Android apps, leveraging computer vision and AI to create, run, and maintain automated tests efficiently. Its user-friendly interface and quick setup make it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced testers.
Learn more about how Repeato can enhance your testing workflow by visiting our blog.
