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EDITORIALS | EXPLORATORY TESTING

Types of exploratory testing and how to structure it

Don't get stuck deciding which type of exploratory testing is the best fit for the job. In reality, there are only ways you can structure your testing, which you can easily mix and match to suit the session.

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EDITORIALS | EXPLORATORY TESTING

Exploratory testing techniques: A practical guide

Exploratory testing techniques aren’t strict steps but flexible approaches – there to give your testing enough structure to stay on track, without killing the freedom (or fun) of exploring.

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EDITORIALS

A guide to manual testing vs automated testing

If you're trying to decide between manual testing and automated testing, you're asking the wrong question. In reality, most teams rely on both to build effective testing strategies.

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EDITORIALS | TESTING TOOLS

8 Best alternatives to QMetry

QMetry is packed with AI-driven insights and features, but it can be overkill for simpler testing needs. Teams looking for more straightforward test management will often benefit from a lighter alternative.

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EDITORIALS

A guide to test prompts that work

Writing simple, one-line test prompts can speed up your QA process, reduce maintenance, support better bug discovery, and make testing more collaborative – all while giving your testers room to think.

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EDITORIALS

Checklist vs. test cases: Choosing what’s right for your testing needs

Checklists are quick, test cases are thorough. Choosing the right approach depends on your product, your team, and your timelines. It’s all about trade-offs and picking what works best for your testing.

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EDITORIALS

How to use spreadsheets for exploratory testing (and when to upgrade)

Spreadsheets are where most test teams start, being familiar and easy to share. But they’re not great for rigid test cases or unstructured testing. That’s when it’s time to think about upgrading.

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EDITORIALS

What’s the point of testing?

You can’t fix what you don’t know is broken. That’s where testing comes in. It's not just about hunting for bugs. It's about spotting gaps before they become problems, and catching surprises before they go public.

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EDITORIALS | TESTING TOOLS

Testpad vs Tuskr: test plans, not a structured case manager

Tuskr is a structured test case manager with a free tier; Testpad is a checklist of plain text prompts. How they differ, and when each fits.

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UPDATES

Testpad is now SOC 2 Type 1 certified

Testpad now has SOC 2 Type 1 certification – a major milestone that confirms we meet industry-recognized security standards, with the right controls in place to protect your data and manage risk properly.

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