Becoming a Software Testing Expert


Google TechTalks
June 13, 2006

James Bach
I work with project teams and individual engineers to help them plan SQA, change control, and testing processes that allow them to understand and control the risks of product failure. Most of my experience is with market-driven Silicon Valley software companies like Apple Computer and Borland, so the techniques I've gathered and developed are designed for use under conditions of compressed schedules, high rates of change, component-based technology, and poor specification. ABSTRACT
You're already an experienced tester. You know how to design tests and report bugs. Now what? Do you feel like an expert? Unfortunately, if you want to become very good at...







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p4tr10ts12 (November 1, 2008 at 1:23 am)
Wow, I am very disappointed in this seminar. I was told that this guy was the "King" of software testing. He's a jerk. I do like his rapid software testing methodology, however. That's just one type of specialized testing, though, which is performed under extreme time constraints and low resources. In my opinion, it all comes down to this: All software is meant to perform some function. To test effectively, first unit test the code, then positive test the GUI. Lastly, negative test the app.
eoinsully2006 (October 23, 2008 at 4:03 pm)
Don't be such a moron. Just because someone has a piece of paper to say they sat in class and followed a prescribed system doesn't mean THEY are an expert. There are many degree holders that are completely incompetent at their choosen career. Original thinking is what makes advances. Why don't you try telling people Newton and Einstein were wrong too, as far as I remember they didn't have higher education or degrees. Idiot.
burnb0x (September 3, 2008 at 9:31 pm)
Without trying to be offensive, the standards are to get a certification.
Just because your experience is more profound than a judge or lawyer's (whose expertise is in civil law) does not imply that your superiority is above and beyond the industry norm.

Even if you weren't certified, I would be more impressed with a membership in ASQ. Even the most "elite" belong to their respective societies/organizations; and certs are an industry specific standard. Are you really above industry standards?
motleyfire (August 24, 2008 at 3:19 am)
wow. i wish i could upload 57 minute videos.

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