{"product_id":"managing-the-testing-process-isbn-9780470404157","title":"Managing the Testing Process","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew edition of one of the most influential books on managing software and hardware testing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProducing high-quality computer hardware and software requires careful, professional testing; \u003ci\u003eManaging the Testing Process, Third Edition\u003c\/i\u003e explains how to achieve that by following a disciplined set of carefully managed and monitored practices and processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe book covers all standards, methods, and tools you need for projects large and small\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents the business case for testing products and reviews the author's latest test assessments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTopics include agile testing methods, risk-based testing, IEEE standards, ISTQB certification, distributed and outsourced testing, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 100 pages of new material and case studies have been added to this new edition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're responsible for managing testing in the real world, \u003ci\u003eManaging the Testing Process, Third Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is the valuable reference and guide you need.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xxiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Defining What’s on Your Plate: The Foundation of a Test Project 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Plotting and Presenting Your Course: The Test Plan 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Test System Architecture, Cases, and Coverage 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 An Exciting Career in Entomology Awaits You: A Bug-Tracking Database 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Managing Test Cases: The Test-Tracking Spreadsheet 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Tips and Tools for Crunch Mode: Managing the Dynamic 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Stocking and Managing a Test Lab 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Staffing and Managing a Test Team 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 The Triumph of Politics: Organizational Challenges for\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Involving Other Players: Distributed Testing, outsourcing, and related topics 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Economics of Testing: Fiscal Context 475\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Testing Implications of Project and Process: Situational Context 497\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Hardware Testing Fundamentals: An Introduction for Software Testing Professionals 553\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Omninet: The Internet Everywhere Marketing Requirements Document 567\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C Omninet: The Internet Everywhere System Requirements Document 575\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix D Bibliography, Related Readings, and Other Resources 591\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 601\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 613\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRex Black\u003c\/b\u003e, President of RBCS, has a quarter-century of software and systems engineering experience. RBCS is a leader in software, hardware, and systems testing, with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 20 companies. Rex is the most prolific author in the field of software testing, with books that have sold tens of thousands of copies. He has presented hundreds of papers, workshops, and seminars, and given some 30 keynote speeches at conferences and events worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProven tips and tools for building and executing an effective test project\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarlier editions of this book have helped test managers around the world to develop essential tools and apply them to successful test project management. 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