QW2001 Paper 3V2 Ms. Peggy Fouts (Compuware) Test Planning For Xtreme Times

Key Points

• Planning for testing is important
• It is possible for web-time to accommodate test planning
• Planning includes testing activities and the associated environment(s)

Presentation Abstract

Many organizations are implementing new web-based applications or “webifying” existing applications. Up front investment in planning can have a significant impact on the success of the testing efforts and ultimately the success of the implementation. This is independent of the development methodology employed.

Some feel that implementation speed dictates that we should skip planning and move directly into test execution and deployment. However, investing time in planning allows more efficient and predictable execution activities that will contribute to meeting the time constraints. In addition, good planning of the initial effort should allow reuse of the deliverables for future projects.

About the Author

Peggy Fouts is a Senior QA Specialist for Compuware Corporation. She is employed as a consultant in Quality Assurance and Testing Solutions services for the Minneapolis Professional Services branch has been involved in the software industry for over 25 years. She serves both as member of the Compuware corporate-wide planning group for Quality Assurance products and services and is also involved in the development of the internal training for Compuware's QA and test personnel.