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Date Published
Author
David Tzemach
Word count
977
Language
English
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Summary

Agile testing requires a mindset that emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and shared responsibility for quality among all team members, including developers and testers. Successful agile teams are self-organized and cross-functional, prioritizing customer satisfaction and product excellence at each iteration. Key characteristics of agile teams include discipline, excellent soft skills, trust, and an openness to continual improvement. Testers in agile environments should not view themselves as sole quality guardians but as collaborative partners who share testing knowledge and insights to enhance overall team performance. They are encouraged to seek new technologies, engage in knowledge sharing, and participate in design discussions to improve testability and reduce risks. Agile testers, like developers, must be technically adept and integrate seamlessly within the team, promoting quality ownership and efficiency while addressing technical challenges throughout the development process.