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Entry and Exit Criteria in Software Testing? Clear Entry and Exit Criteria are essential in QA to ensure testing is well-planned, controlled, and measurable. ✅ Entry Criteria: Conditions that must be fulfilled before testing can begin. Examples: • Requirement documents are signed off • Test cases are prepared & reviewed • Test environment is ready • Code is unit tested and available for QA 🛑 Exit Criteria: Conditions that must be satisfied to consider testing complete. Examples: • All planned test cases are executed • All critical bugs are fixed and verified • Test coverage meets threshold (e.g., 95%) • Test summary report is reviewed & approved 💡 Why It Matters: Without these, QA teams may start testing too early or mark it complete too soon — leading to missed bugs or poor quality. 🎯 Set your criteria early. Test smarter, not harder. #SoftwareTesting hashtag #EntryExitCriteria hashtag #QATesting hashtag #TestingProcess hashtag #TestStrategy hashtag #TestPlanning hashtag #100DaysOfQA hashtag #LinkedInLearning hashtag #QualityAssurance hashtag #AutomationQA

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Terms Every QA Professional Must Know! If you're in QA, you should definitely know these essential terms. They help you test better, communicate smarter, and think like a true Quality Engineer. 🔹 1. Test Scenario – High-level condition to be tested 🔹 2. Test Case – Step-by-step instructions to verify functionality 🔹 3. Test Suite – Group of test cases for a module 🔹 4. Test Data – Input values used during testing 🔹 5. Test Plan – Strategy, scope, and schedule of testing 🔹 6. RTM – Mapping of requirements to test cases 🔹 7. Functional Testing – Validates expected functionality 🔹 8. Non-Functional Testing – Checks performance, security, usability 🔹 9. Exploratory Testing – Learning + testing without scripts 🔹 10. Smoke Testing – Basic build verification 🔹 11. Sanity Testing – Quick checks for specific areas 🔹 12. Regression Testing – Ensure new code doesn’t break existing features 🔹 13. Retesting – Testing failed test cases after bug fix 🔹 14. Defect Life Cycle – Bug journey from open to close 🔹 15. Severity – Impact of a defect on the system 🔹 16. Priority – Urgency of fixing the defect 🔹 17. BVA – Testing at input boundaries 🔹 18. EP – Grouping inputs into valid/invalid sets 🔹 19. UAT – End-user validation of requirements 🔹 20. QA – Process to prevent defects 🔹 21. QC – Finding defects in the product 🔹 22. Bug Leakage – Bugs missed in testing, found later 🔹 23. Bug Release – Known bugs released intentionally 🔹 24. Automation Testing – Using tools to auto-execute tests 🔹 25. CI/CD – Automated integration and deployment 🔹 26. Assertions – Validating expected vs actual result 🔹 27. API Testing – Testing backend using tools like Postman 🔹 28. Load Testing – Testing under expected user load 🔹 29. Integration Testing – Checking interaction between modules 🔹 30. E2E Testing – Verifying complete user flow 😀

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😱 “Can QA just quickly approve this?” In their minds, QA is a straight line: ➡️ Send document ➡️ Get approval ➡️ Move on Nice. Simple. And completely fictional. Because the real QA path isn’t a straight shot from A to B. It’s a series of well considered steps. i Before anything gets the seal of approval from QA, someone has already mentally walked through a whole chain of questions: 🤔 What is this really changing, and why now? 🤔 What does this touch — process, equipment, risk, training, validation, suppliers? 🤔 Does this clash with an existing SOP, WI, or form somewhere else in the system? 🤔 If an auditor asks “show me the story behind this,” will the evidence make sense? We’re not “being difficult.” We’re just trying to make sure today’s quick win doesn’t become tomorrow’s deviation, recall, or regulatory slip up. Good QA work can often appear invisible because the bad thing… never happens. No batch failure. No deviation. No “how did this get approved?” email. No warning letters. Just a quiet system that keeps functioning, safely, for patients and for the business. So when somebody says, “Can you just quickly approve this?”, we chuckle. Not because it’s really that funny. No, (it’s really not very funny.) But because the contrast between the straight line in their head and the reality of the carefully connected line QA is drawing is, let’s say… striking. Yes, it’s not as simple as a single straight line. But it’s this line that connects today’s shortcut to tomorrow’s consequence. It’s this line that chooses patient safety and long-term quality instead of quick wins. 💭 What’s one thing you wish people knew about what it really takes for QA to approve something? Share it below and help demystify that squiggly line 👇

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Tired of writing endless test cases? You’re not the only one. QA teams spend hours on planning, test data, and bug reports, and it can get repetitive fast. But with Large Language Models (LLMs), that’s changing. They can: - Generate test cases in minutes - Summarize bugs clearly - Create test data instantly - Even turn plain English into automated scripts It doesn’t replace QA engineers; it replaces the repetitive parts of the job, making their work faster and smarter. Explore the full framework along with key opportunities, challenges, and real-world use cases in the latest blog by Asfa Akbar, Principal QA Engineer at Arbisoft: https://lnkd.in/dqF9_6hi #ArbisoftBlogs #QA #LLMs

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Understanding the Difference: Test Scenario vs. Test Case 🧪🔍 For all the QA folks out there, understanding the difference between Test Scenario and Test Case is essential! Let’s break it down: 📋 Test Scenario: A Test Scenario is a high-level idea or situation that needs to be tested. It answers the question, "What to test?" and focuses on *what* needs validation without going into detailed steps. Example: Verify the login functionality of an e-commerce website. 📝 Test Case: A Test Case is more detailed. It includes the specific steps, inputs, expected results, and conditions to execute the test. It answers the question, "How to test?" Example: - Test Case: Verify login with valid credentials. - Steps: 1. Open the website. 2. Enter valid username and password. 3. Click the login button. - Expected Result: User is successfully logged in and redirected to the dashboard. 📝 Quick Summary: - Test Scenario = What to test? (Broad) - Test Case = How to test? (Detailed) Both are essential for structured testing. Scenarios help you identify areas for testing, while cases ensure thorough coverage. 🚀 Grab your 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐐𝐀 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐐&𝐀 𝐊𝐢𝐭 Now! Unlock your potential and land your dream job with the Ultimate Manual QA Interview Q&A Kit. 🔗Ultimate Manual QA Interview Q&A Kit - https://lnkd.in/dMN7UPHb Follow Kushal Parikh for more insights on Software Testing! 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠! #Testing #QATesting #TestScenario #TestCase #SoftwareTesting

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Interview Insight for QA Testers Just came across an interesting QA interview question that really tests your understanding of the testing mindset: “How would you test a text field that accepts a phone number?” At first glance, it may seem simple—but a good tester will consider: • Valid and invalid inputs • Country-specific formats • Copy-paste behavior • Special characters and symbols • Boundary values • UI feedback and error messages • Performance with large input • Accessibility concerns It’s not just about finding bugs—it’s about asking the right questions. QA isn’t just a role; it’s a mindset. What would you test in this scenario? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #QA #SoftwareTesting #InterviewQuestion #TestingMindset #QualityAssurance #TestAutomation #CareerGrowth

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Playwright is powerful. Most teams still use it like Selenium scripts. This fixes that. A practical, production-grade Playwright framework designed to teach how real SDETs build test architecture, not just how to write tests. -> Who This Framework Is For Manual QAs moving into automation and architecture SDETs and senior QAs building scalable test systems Teams wanting API + UI hybrid testing under one runner -> What This Framework Focuses On TypeScript-first, strongly typed design Playwright + POM for UI testing Axios-based API clients with models and validators Mocha runner with parallel execution Allure reporting with rich logs (Pino) Multi-environment support via .env files Anti-flaky design with retries, stable locators, and isolated test context -> Architecture That Enforces Good Habits The structure is intentional and opinionated. ui/ → Page Objects and actions (what the user does) api/ → Service clients and validators (data control) tests/ → Business scenarios only utils/ → Configuration, logging, retries fixtures/ → Clean browser and API state per test Clear separation of concerns. No leaking logic. No shared state. -> Hybrid Testing, Done Intentionally APIs create and clean test data UI validates real user flows Faster execution Less flakiness Clearer failure signals -> Anti-Flaky Principles Baked In No waitForTimeout() State-based waits only Stable locators (getByRole, data-testid) Parallel execution without shared browser or page instances -> How Juniors Should Approach It Run the demo and inspect the Allure report Read test scenarios first, not framework code Trace actions back to Page Objects Always ask why a method exists, not just how it works -> The Real Point This framework is not about tooling. It teaches structure. It enforces intent. It builds engineering discipline in test automation. If you learn this style, switching tools later is easy. If you do not, every framework will feel fragile. #Playwright #SDET #TestAutomation #SoftwareTesting #TypeScript #QualityEngineering #QA #DevOps #AutomationTesting #WebTesting #CareerTransition #ManualToAutomation #TestingCommunity #JuniorSDET #LearnToCode #bharatpost

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30+ Terms Every QA Professional Must Know Mastering these terms helps you test better, communicate smarter, and think like a true Quality Engineer 1. Test Scenario - High-level documentation of what to test 2. Test Case - Step-by-step instructions for executing a test 3. Test Suite - A collection of test cases grouped by functionality 4. Test Data - Input data used to execute test cases 5. Test Plan - A strategic document defining test scope, approach, and schedule 6. Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) - Maps test cases to requirements 7. Functional Testing - Tests the functionality of the software 8. Non-Functional Testing - Tests performance, usability, scalability, etc. 9. Exploratory Testing - Simultaneous learning, test design, and execution 10. Smoke Testing - Basic tests to verify build stability 11. Sanity Testing - Focused testing to verify bug fixes 12. Regression Testing - Ensuring new code changes don't break existing features 13. Retesting - Testing a bug again after it has been fixed 14. Defect Life Cycle - The stages a bug goes through from discovery to closure 15. Severity - Impact of the bug on functionality 16. Priority - Urgency of fixing the bug 17. Boundary Value Analysis (BVA) - Testing at the boundaries of input ranges 18. Equivalence Partitioning - Dividing input into valid and invalid data sets 19. UAT (User Acceptance Testing) - Performed by end-users to validate requirements 20. QA (Quality Assurance) - Process-focused; ensures quality from the start 21. QC (Quality Control) - Product-focused; finds defects in the final output 22. Bug Leakage - Bugs missed by QA but found in production 23. Bug Release - Known bugs released intentionally with the product 24. Automation Testing - Scripts/tools to automate test execution 25. CI/CD- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment for faster delivery 26. Assertions - Conditions to validate expected vs actual results 27. API Testing - Validating backend functionality using tools like Postman 28. Load Testing - Checking system performance under expected load 29. Stress Testing - Testing system limits under extreme load 30. Integration Testing - Ensuring multiple modules work together 31. End-to-End Testing - Testing the complete user journey 32. Maintainability - Ease of updating test scripts or framework 33. Test Coverage - Measure of how much of the application is tested #Interview #QATerms #Software #AutomationTesting #ManualTesting #TestingLife #SDET #QAEngineer #LearningNeverStops #LinkedInLearning #QAKnowledge #QualityMatters #ProductQuality #TechCommunity 😊

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In my 10+ years in QA, I’ve interviewed hundreds of candidates. Over time, some patterns have become crystal clear. Here are a few stories that show why some get hired… and others don’t: ❌ Candidate 1: Walked in, confident, but spent the whole interview reciting textbook definitions. When asked for a real bug example, they froze. Memorization without understanding is a fast track to rejection. ✅ Candidate 2: Came in almost shy, but shared a live project bug they found, explained the impact, and how they traced it. They related it to Agile and SDLC naturally. Hired immediately. ❌ Candidate 3: Could explain concepts perfectly—but couldn’t translate them into practical test cases. Knowledge without application doesn’t impress. ✅ Candidate 4: Struggled initially with technical terms, but walked me through their testing approach step by step, showing reasoning and clarity. That kind of thinking wins every time. Here’s the takeaway: • Hired: Thinkers, problem-solvers, communicators. They show understanding, apply concepts, and explain them clearly. • Rejected: Memorized answers, no context, poor explanation of practical examples. A simple tip: try explaining a QA concept to someone with zero tech background. If they understand you—it’s a green light. In QA interviews, it’s never just about what you know. It’s about how you think, how you communicate, and how you apply that knowledge to real problems.

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✨ Accelerate your automation testing workflow with this Selenium Cheat Sheet—a quick reference for essential commands, locators, and best practices. ✨ Perfect for both beginners and experienced testers looking to boost productivity and code quality. ✨ Download, share, and keep it handy for day-to-day automation! Like 👍 if you find this useful Share 📁 it with someone who might need it #Selenium #AutomationTesting #QA #TestAutomation #WebDriver #TestingTools #SDET #SoftwareTesting

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Stop calling them QA engineers.... if they’re not even in the room when architecture decisions are made. You want testable code? Start with testable design. You want fewer bugs? Start with shared ownership. Testability isn’t something you tack on at the end—it’s built in from day one. And that only happens when QA is more than just a final checkbox. Who really owns quality on your team? If it’s not “everyone,” you’ve already got a problem. #qa #developers

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Yesterday I shared 5 important QA interview questions, and the response was amazing. So today, I’m sharing 5 more QA questions with answers to help fellow testers and learners strengthen their fundamentals. 🔍 Whether you’re preparing for interviews or refreshing concepts, these questions will add value to your QA toolkit. 👇 Here are today’s 5 questions (Part–2): 💬 Feel free to comment your thoughts or add more questions. Let’s keep learning and growing together! 🔹 QA 1: What is Sanity Testing? Answer: Sanity Testing is a quick check performed after receiving a new build to verify that major functionality works as expected so testers can proceed with deeper testing. It ensures the build is stable enough for further testing. ⸻ 🔹 QA 2: What is Smoke Testing? Answer: Smoke Testing is a basic health check of the application to ensure critical paths and major features are functioning. It is performed before full-scale testing to confirm the build is test-ready. ⸻ 🔹 QA 3: What is a Test Case and what are its key components? Answer: A Test Case is a set of steps designed to validate a specific functionality. Key components: • Test Case ID • Description • Pre-conditions • Test Steps • Test Data • Expected Result • Actual Result • Status ⸻ 🔹 QA 4: What is the difference between White Box and Black Box Testing? Answer: • White Box Testing: Testing internal code structure, logic, and flows. Usually done by developers. • Black Box Testing: Testing based on requirements without knowing internal code. Done by QA testers. ⸻ 🔹 QA 5: What is Defect Life Cycle? Answer: The Defect Life Cycle defines the journey of a bug from discovery to closure. Common stages: New → Assigned → Open → Fixed → Retested → Verified → Closed (Or Reopened if the issue persists) 🙌 #QA #SoftwareTesting #Learning #InterviewPreparation #trending #interview #QA #Testing #InterviewQuestions #SoftwareTesting #Selenium #QACommunity

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Mastering Test Automation: A Complete Guide for QA Professionals This guide covers the principles, reasons, and best practices of automation, along with insights on when and when not to automate. It also explores types of automation testing (unit, API, end-to-end, performance, cross-browser, and more), the roles involved, and the frameworks and tools that make automation successful. If you’re a QA enthusiast, software tester, or someone exploring automation, this resource will help you understand how to achieve efficient, scalable, and reliable test automation. #TestAutomation #QualityAssurance #SoftwareTesting #AutomationTesting #QATesting #TestingTools #Selenium #Cypress #AutomationFramework #BugTracking #ContinuousTesting #AgileTesting #DevOps #SoftwareQuality

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In TestNG, when we use exclude in testng.xml, we are excluding the entire test case or specific test methods from a particular group, not just a part of a group. Here's the distinction: 1. Excluding Entire Test Cases or Groups When you exclude a group in testng.xml, it means all test methods that belong to that group will be skipped. For example, if you have a group called "smoke", and you exclude that group in your XML file, all the test methods tagged with @Test(groups = "smoke") will be excluded from the run. <suite name="Test Suite"> <test name="Test"> <groups> <run> <exclude name="smoke"/> </run> </groups> <classes> <class name="tests.LoginTests"/> <class name="tests.RegistrationTests"/> </classes> </test> </suite> In this case, any method in the classes LoginTests or RegistrationTests that is part of the "smoke" group will not be executed. 2. Excluding Specific Test Methods Alternatively, you can exclude individual test methods from being executed in a specific test class. For example: <suite name="Test Suite"> <test name="Test"> <classes> <class name="tests.LoginTests"> <methods> <exclude name="loginTest"/> </methods> </class> </classes> </test> </suite> In this case, only the loginTest method in the LoginTests class will be excluded, while other methods in the same class will still run. Summary: Excluding Groups: You exclude all test methods that belong to that group. Excluding Specific Methods: You exclude individual test methods within a class. You can use group exclusion when you want to avoid running entire categories of tests, and method exclusion when you need to skip specific tests in a class.

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