Software Testing Blog / User Acceptance Testing (2)

by René Ceelen, on July 20, 2023

Given ample opportunity, time, and resources, no QA manager would bypass the invaluable input that an end user could provide during user acceptance testing (UAT). From validating your software performance’s …

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by René Ceelen, on June 23, 2023

The concept of UAT testing—validating a system's functionality, usability, and overall user satisfaction with what was developed—sounds easy on paper. But as any quality assurance (QA) manager knows, it’s not …

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by Thijs Kok, on March 29, 2022

Summary: This article discusses the importance of integrating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) into agile software development, highlighting the benefits of planning UAT as part of sprints, the challenges of incorporating …

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by Thijs Kok, on February 22, 2022

Summary: This article highlights acceptance-test-driven development (ATDD) as a methodology that fosters collaboration, improves understanding of system requirements, and enhances focus on crucial customer-driven features. Table of Contents What is …

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by René Ceelen, on January 4, 2022

Business growth thrives off of innovation in software development. However, this growth depends on how well the developed software fits a customer’s needs, how easy it is to use, and …

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by Thijs Kok, on November 30, 2021

Summary: This article highlights common mistakes to avoid in user acceptance testing and offers strategies to improve the process for better end-user satisfaction and product success. Table of Contents Lacking …

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by René Ceelen, on November 9, 2021

Summary: This article provides guidance on optimizing the UAT process by asking four key questions related to test plan understanding, end-user tester preparation, test case readiness, and facilitation tools for …

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by René Ceelen, on September 7, 2021

Summary: User Acceptance Testing (UAT) is a critical but often complex phase where real end users validate whether a system meets their expectations. Rather than focusing on defects, UAT aims …

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by Thijs Kok, on July 7, 2021

Summary: To run an effective UAT phase, teams need a clear test plan, well-defined test cases, strong communication with testers, and the right tools to streamline feedback and tracking. With …

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by Thijs Kok, on April 1, 2021

Although every software development project has different requirements, goals, and unique customers in mind, the need to comprehensively test will always remain paramount. Not only will this help to make …

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