In this webinar, Álvaro da Silva and Gastón Marichal, software testing experts, shared their knowledge and experiences on planning and executing test strategies for mobile applications.
The event covered the unique challenges that mobile device testing presents, such as market fragmentation and the need to consider a wide variety of factors, such as platforms, manufacturers, operating system versions, and screen sizes.
Challenges of Testing in Mobile Applications
The speakers explained that the main challenge of mobile testing is fragmentation and how this can affect test results. They highlighted the importance of achieving good test coverage, balancing the need to test on multiple devices with the optimization of test times.
Types of Tests in Mobile Strategies
They also discussed the different types of tests that should be included in a mobile testing strategy, such as performance, usability, compatibility, and connectivity, among others. Álvaro and Gastón provided a detailed walkthrough of the six-stage analytical process for planning test strategies, from defining the scope to monitoring and controlling the results.
Acquisition of Devices for Testing
Finally, they explored the different alternatives for acquiring devices for testing, including real devices, emulators, and mobile device farms in the cloud, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of each option.
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