8.5.2. Why it’s valuable in Agile

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Agile testing?

   Hint

   Think about how Agile processes differ from traditional methods.

2. 2.

   Define testing early.

   Hint

   How does this affect the cost of fixing defects?

3. 3.

   What is one of the key principles of Agile testing?

   • Detailed documentation
   • Testing is shared responsibility
   • Testing after development

   Hint

   Consider how Agile principles emphasize teamwork.

4. 4.

   True or False: Exploratory testing is conducted with predefined scripts.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of the nature of exploratory activities.

5. 5.

   Design a testing strategy for a new e-commerce application using Agile principles, highlighting the role of QA and the use of exploratory testing.

   Hint

   Consider how each sprint can address specific user stories.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of late testing on a software project and propose Agile methodologies to prevent such occurrences.

   Hint

   Reflect on the advantages of timely interventions.