Tag: quality assurance

Top Five Game-Changing Bugs in History—Part 2

Introduction Software bugs have been around as long as code itself. Some bugs make you laugh, some make you cringe, and a few go down in history for causing catastrophic failures. At BetterQA, we think bugs are like the unexpected plot twists of software—they keep us sharp, humble, and deeply committed to what we do. […]

6 Essential Benefits & Best Practices for Early-Stage QA

Introduction In today’s fast-paced software development environment, the focus is often on delivering features quickly to meet business needs. However, integrating Quality Assurance (QA) early in the development cycle can drastically improve product quality and reduce long-term costs. Here’s why early-stage QA is crucial and its benefits: 1. Early Detection of Bugs and Vulnerabilities: More […]

Why Testing Less Common Card Types is Crucial for Payment Integrations

Introduction In today’s fast-paced digital world, having reliable and inclusive payment options is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a necessity. But here’s the thing: while most payment integrations cover the basics like Visa and Mastercard, they often overlook the “edge cases”—the UnionPays, the Diners Clubs, and others—cards that millions of users rely on. For us at […]

Top Five Game-Changing Software Bugs, Part 1

Introduction In the tech world, bugs are inevitable, but some software bugs leave a mark that reshapes entire industries and reinforces why software testing is so essential. In this new article series, we take a look at bugs that have reshaped our view on the importance of Quality Assurance through examples of critical issues that […]

Quality Assurance: The Essential Yet Thankless Backbone of Software Development

Introduction In software development, Quality Assurance (QA) serves as a critical safeguard. From catching bugs and enforcing consistency to upholding performance standards, QA is a key component of the development lifecycle. However, it often feels like a thankless job—essential to product success yet frequently perceived as an obstacle. Why is it that QA, with all […]

Testing in Fast-Release Cycles – Continuous Integration and Quality Assurance

Introduction Nowadays, everyone is racing to deliver software faster than ever before. But as you probably know, speed without quality is a disaster waiting to happen. Nobody wants to release a product only to find out later that a simple bug has snowballed into a customer crisis. That’s where Continuous Integration (CI) and Quality Assurance […]

Daily QA Schedule of a Professional Software Engineer

Introduction Software Quality Assurance professionals play a crucial role in making sure applications run smoothly, are user-friendly, and free from defects. At BetterQA, our comprehensive approach to quality assurance goes beyond bug detection, focusing on seamless collaboration and continuous improvement. Here’s a look at how this approach shapes a typical qa schedule for our team. […]

[Guest Post] Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence: Leveraging Data To Stay Ahead Of Emerging Threats

Introduction The vast majority of companies, organizations, and individuals lack the knowledge and abilities to keep up with the ever-increasing complexity of cyber threats.  Cybersecurity threat intelligence (CTI) is a vital tool in helping protect networks from malicious actors. CTI provides actionable insights into both known and unknown cyber threats by leveraging various data sources […]

How Independent Software Testing Improves Return on Investment (ROI)

Introduction When it comes to developing software products, many companies try to achieve a balance between ensuring high-quality delivery and controlling costs. In-house QA teams might seem like the obvious choice for a better return on investment, however, it’s not always the case. For instance, independent QA teams provide an unbiased assessment of software quality, […]