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Which ONE? Manual testing or Automated Testing?

When it comes to Quality Assurance testing, there are two main methods: manual testing and automated testing. But which one is right for your company?


First, let's define each method:


Manual testing is exactly what it sounds like – testers manually perform various tests on the software to ensure it's functioning properly. This can include things like clicking through the user interface, testing various input and output scenarios, and checking for any bugs or errors.


Automated testing, on the other hand, uses specialized software to perform the tests. This can include things like regression testing, where the software checks for any changes that may have occurred since the last test.


So, which one is best for your company? Well, it really depends on your needs and resources.

Manual testing is great for smaller projects or for testing specific areas of the software. It's also good for catching those pesky bugs that automated testing may miss. However, it can be time-consuming and may not be as efficient as automated testing for larger projects.


Automated testing is great for larger projects or for testing multiple areas of the software. It's also good for catching any recurring issues that may have been missed in manual testing. However, it can be costly to set up and may not catch certain bugs that only occur in certain scenarios.


In the end, it's all about finding the right balance between manual and automated testing to ensure your software is of the highest quality. And if all else fails, just remember – with great power (of testing) comes great responsibility (to catch those bugs)!

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