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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.
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Practical Tools and Techniques for Test Managers
Hi! I'm Rex Black, test and quality assurance practitioner and the author of Managing the Testing Process. I have written this book for people who lead or manage software and hardware development test projects. Those of you who are new to the role will find this book especially helpful, as I cover all the "must know" topics that will enable your success. Experienced test managers will get a chance to see another perspective on this challenging activity. In addition to ten chapters covering the essentials of test management, I have included a CD-ROM full of useful templates that I have honed in my twelve years as a software and hardware test engineer and test manager. These templates will allow you to get started right away, even when you're behind schedule and unsure of where to start. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Hi! I'm Rex Black, test and quality assurance practitioner and the author of Managing the Testing Process. I have written this book for people who lead or manage software and hardware development test projects. Those of you who are new to the role will find this book especially helpful, as I cover all the "must know" topics that will enable your success. Experienced test managers will get a chance to see another perspective on this challenging activity. In addition to ten chapters covering the essentials of test management, I have included a CD-ROM full of useful templates that I have honed in my twelve years as a software and hardware test engineer and test manager. These templates will allow you to get started right away, even when you're behind schedule and unsure of where to start. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a test manager working on my fourth testing project I can honestly say that I wish I'd read this book before my first one. I was thrown in at the deep end when the test manager was sacked and I had to step in. This book confirms that most of the things we did were right and also highlights the things that can go wrong, particularly in the 'soft' issues. It's especially good on the managerial aspects and politics of testing and I recognise quite a few of the political mistakes that test managers can make.
As a review of testing techniques its not so hot but the title 'Managing the Testing Process' says it all. Its about managing and it does it very well.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having often to advise clients on testing high-integrity systems, I have a list of books that I tend to recommend to them. I bought this text by Black to see whether I should add it to the list. I decided that I probably wouldn't - and certainly wouldn't for British clients.
Some American authors clearly have no idea of the degree to which their style can sound crassly uneducated to British readers. Most of the time one can read through it but I found Black's style the most irritating I've encountered in many years. IMO his description of what is good and poor style in bug reports applies ironically to his own writing! Setting aesthetic sensibilities aside, however, I wasn't much impressed by the overall approach either.
While it is reasonable for a book on software testing managment to adopt a pragmatic experienced-based approach, it is IMO a disservice to readers not to indicate where and how practical approaches are supported by the underlying theory of coverage-based testing. Black, however, omits this entirely. In particular he gives no real guidance on how to select appropriate coverage domains according to the criticality of the tested system. A further consequence is that the book fails to relate what it recommends to the provisions of the increasing number of international standards for software processes - particularly those intended for high-integrity systems development.
One thing I thought particularly bad was Black's view of the people-management side of testing. At one point he suggests that test reports should not "make individuals look bad". Having worked on SIL4 developments with engineers who clearly hadn't a clue, I beg to differ. IMO product safety assurance trumps any number of bruised tester egos. I'd sooner offend the great unwashed than have a highly safety-critical product go out of the door after inadequate testing.
On the positive side, there are many nuggets of wisdom to be found if you're prepared to wade through the verbiage. I think the book is sound enough for run-of-the-mill testing of non-critical systems. I wouldn't, however, use Black's approach to software test management on SIL3 or SIL4 systems. IMO Hetzel's approach is better if only because it contains less that you might judiciously choose to ignore.
In summary, a pretty disappointing book.
Some American authors clearly have no idea of the degree to which their style can sound crassly uneducated to British readers. Most of the time one can read through it but I found Black's style the most irritating I've encountered in many years. IMO his description of what is good and poor style in bug reports applies ironically to his own writing! Setting aesthetic sensibilities aside, however, I wasn't much impressed by the overall approach either.
While it is reasonable for a book on software testing managment to adopt a pragmatic experienced-based approach, it is IMO a disservice to readers not to indicate where and how practical approaches are supported by the underlying theory of coverage-based testing. Black, however, omits this entirely. In particular he gives no real guidance on how to select appropriate coverage domains according to the criticality of the tested system. A further consequence is that the book fails to relate what it recommends to the provisions of the increasing number of international standards for software processes - particularly those intended for high-integrity systems development.
One thing I thought particularly bad was Black's view of the people-management side of testing. At one point he suggests that test reports should not "make individuals look bad". Having worked on SIL4 developments with engineers who clearly hadn't a clue, I beg to differ. IMO product safety assurance trumps any number of bruised tester egos. I'd sooner offend the great unwashed than have a highly safety-critical product go out of the door after inadequate testing.
On the positive side, there are many nuggets of wisdom to be found if you're prepared to wade through the verbiage. I think the book is sound enough for run-of-the-mill testing of non-critical systems. I wouldn't, however, use Black's approach to software test management on SIL3 or SIL4 systems. IMO Hetzel's approach is better if only because it contains less that you might judiciously choose to ignore.
In summary, a pretty disappointing book.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As an aspiring tester, I can say that this book is not quite what I was looking for. It didn't give me a big picture of the testing process, nor did it give me any insight into how to use effective methods. On the whole, the better book for your money is "Testing Computer Software" by Kaner, et al. Now that one is a winner. This, just so so.
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Great Book!!!
In theory, practice works 100% of the time. In practice, theory do not always works . This book has the "proven testing theory and testing practice"
I do recommend it... Read more
Published on 15 July 1999
Simply Great!
Very clear writing, a great voice offering light and granular guidance, and the CD is helpful to those who might need a "jump-start" to managing their own testing... Read more
Published on 14 July 1999
Great Book!
Just bought it! ... Read it! Great compilation of testing procedures.
In theory, the practice of all testing procedures works. In practice, not all testing theories work. Read more
Published on 11 July 1999
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