Managing the Testing Process, 3rd Edition

07/23/2013 · No Responses

New edition of one of the most influential books on managing software and hardware testing

In this new edition of his top-selling book, Rex Black walks you through the steps necessary to manage rigorous testing programs of hardware and software. The preeminent expert in his field, Mr. Black draws upon years of experience as president of both the International and American Software Testing Qualifications boards to offer this extensive resource of all the standards, methods, and tools you’ll need.

The book covers core testing concepts and thoroughly examines the best test management practices and tools of leading hardware and software vendors. Step-by-step guidelines and real-world scenarios help you follow all necessary processes and avoid mistakes.

Producing high-quality computer hardware and software requires careful, professional testing; Managing the Testing Process, Third Edition explains how to achieve that by following a disciplined set of carefully managed and monitored practices and processes
The book covers all standards, methods, and tools you need for projects large and small
Presents the business case for testing products and reviews the author’s latest test assessments
Topics include agile testing methods, risk-based testing, IEEE standards, ISTQB certification, distributed and outsourced testing, and more
Over 100 pages of new material and case studies have been added to this new edition

If you’re responsible for managing testing in the real world, Managing the Testing Process, Third Edition is the valuable reference and guide you need.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Defining What’s on Your Plate: The Foundation of a Test Project
Chapter 2. Plotting and Presenting Your Course: The Test Plan
Chapter 3. Test-System Architecture, Cases, and Coverage
Chapter 4. An Exciting Career in Entomology Awaits You: A Bug-Tracking Database
Chapter 5. Managing Test Cases: The Test-Tracking Spreadsheet
Chapter 6. Tips and Tools for Crunch Mode: Managing the Dynamic
Chapter 7. Stocking and Managing a Test Lab
Chapter 8. Staffing and Managing a Test Team
Chapter 9. The Triumph of Politics: Organizational Challenges for Test Managers
Chapter 10. Involving Other Players: Distributed Testing, outsourcing, and related topics
Chapter 11. Economics of Testing: Fiscal Context

Appendix A. Hardware-Testing Fundamentals: An Introduction for Software-Testing Professionals
Appendix B. Omninet: The Internet Everywhere Marketing Requirements Document
Appendix C. Omninet: The Internet Everywhere System Requirements Document
Appendix D. Bibliography, Related Readings, and Other Resources