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Explores how Ansible, a simple automation agent, supports Continuous Delivery by enabling environment setup, configuration updates, auto-configuration of tools like Jenkins/Selenium Grid, and running smoke tests.
Read more: Testing with AnsibleHighlights the lack of clear resources on system testing, contrasts the ISTQB definition with a practical view, and examines potential system testing approaches by analyzing Apple job requirements.
Read more: System TestingDiscusses the ideal tester role, arguing that both deep technical expertise (T-shaped skills) and strong social/collaboration skills are equally crucial for success, referencing ThoughtWorks articles and Janet Gregory.
Read more: Ideal tester equals 3.141592..Addresses the common issue of unstable Selenium tests ('maintenance hell'), emphasizing the need to prioritize stability, exclude flaky tests, and build trust in automation results.
Read more: Selenium maintenance hellDiscusses the future of software testing roles amid automation trends, arguing testers remain crucial due to production bug costs but need to evolve skills in programming, scripting, UX, DevOps, and business domains.
Read more: Our future as testers