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Startup QA

QA Testing

May 18, 2023

When Does it Make Sense for You to Invest in Startup QA?

It’s imperative that startups move quickly when releasing new products and features to get them into customers’ hands. Most startups allocate a significant amount of funding and resources for development to accomplish this; likewise, many startups don’t set aside enough for QA. However, there ...

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Startup QA

Jan 28, 2023

7 Common Misconceptions about Startup QA

All companies, whether they are a startup or an established company, should invest in some form of testing. Since QA engineers are trained in destructive engineering practices, investing in testing allows companies to be aware of the risks up front and get the right coverage. Everyone has their own ...

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QA Outsourcing Management

Sep 30, 2020

3 Pieces of Advice from a Startup QA Expert

Startups are defined by speed and scrappiness. Think breakneck time to market, lean teams pushing the limit on what can be done in a day and releases that prioritize big, innovative leaps over more gradual, iterative perfection.

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Test Automation

Oct 08, 2019

6 Test Automation Best Practices and Tips for Startups

There is nothing more exciting than your first experience of success. Watching your vision and hard work take shape and become a real product in the hands of real users can be like actualizing a dream. For many startups, those early days are about pulling together as a small, dedicated team with ...

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QA Outsourcing Management

May 09, 2018

Can You Outsource QA Architecture?

Back in the day, outsourcing was implemented purely as a cost-cutting measure. Organizations would assess which services were vital enough to be kept in-house, and farm out the rest to outside vendors. The work got done, but often, it just wasn’t up to par with what an onsite team could have ...

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QA Outsourcing

Mar 29, 2017

What Functions Should Startups be Outsourcing?

One of the main challenges startups face is accomplishing critical functions when there isn't enough money, resources or time to staff properly. While it's inevitable that members of a startup wear some different hats, there comes a point when it's unsustainable to continue doing this at every ...

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QA Outsourcing

Mar 22, 2017

7 Myths About Outsourcing Your Startup QA

Outsourcing QA has become a popular option for many organizations, particularly for startups, but there is still much confusion around how effective and efficient it can be. Let’s dispel 7 of these common myths about outsourcing QA for startups!

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