PractiTest Updates

October 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • Azure DevOps Integration Improvements
    Our latest Azure DevOps integration enhancements bring a new level of traceability and customization to your workflow. Now, users can seamlessly sync additional field types—HTML, Severity, Priority, Number, and Date—from Azure DevOps to PractiTest, enabling more precise data alignment between the two platforms. Additionally, the new PractiTest panel in Azure DevOps allows users to create tests directly within Azure DevOps while enjoying complete traceability across both systems. Learn more about Azure DevOps integration here.
PractiTest Panel in Azure DevOps
  • Improved Visibility for Jira Filter Sync
    If you use Jira integration, you can now see the exact time your Jira filters were last synced into PractiTest, providing greater transparency and helping teams stay on top of the latest data updates. Click here for more information about Jira integration.
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  • Better Traceability for Linked Test Sets
    We’ve added a new column to the Test Library that shows which Test Sets are linked to each Test. In addition, when you add a new instance to a Test Set, you can view the linked Test Sets and even filter by Test Sets based on whether they have linked Tests or not, making it easier to track and locate the right data.
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  • Resizable Filter Tree
    Adjust the filter tree size to make it larger or smaller according to your preferences. Once set, this preference will automatically apply across all modules, offering a more personalized workspace.
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Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, November 13th, 10:00 AM EDT / 16:00 CET
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    Join us on Wednesday, November 27th, 2:00 PM EST / 20:00 CET
  • Challenges in Test Automation – Guest Webinar with Daniel Knott
    Want to overcome common test automation challenges? Register now for our webinar with Daniel Knott on November 26th, where he’ll share insights on tackling test stability, CI/CD integration, and tool selection, along with practical solutions for effective automation.

PractiTest and Beyond

  • Insights from the 2024 Gartner Hype Cycle Report
    Check out our Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer Joel Montvelisky’s latest blog, where he shares key takeaways from the 2024 Gartner Hype Cycle report. Learn about PractiTest’s recognition as a Sample Vendor and discover insights on the evolving landscape of testing.

September 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • Faster Continuous Jira Filter Sync for Corporate Accounts
    From now on, Corporate accounts using Jira integration will enjoy faster continuous filter sync, as PractiTest will auto-sync the filter every 30 minutes, significantly faster than the previous 4-hour interval. This improvement ensures your data stays up-to-date and aligned with Jira more efficiently.

Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, October 9th, 10:00 AM EDT / 16:00 CET
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  • Clean Web Testing – Guest Webinar with Gil Zilberfeld
    Want to improve your web testing practices? Register for our upcoming webinar with Gil Zilberfeld on clean web testing, where we’ll explore patterns, anti-patterns, and practical techniques to make your web tests easier to understand, write, and maintain.

 

  • QA Team as a Business Value Enabler – PractiTest’s Customer Event
    Join us on October 29th, at 11 AM EDT / 16:00 CET to explore how QA can be perceived as a business enabler. Learn about the future of PractiTest, industry trends in AI-driven test management, and much more.

PractiTest and Beyond

  • QA Transformation Today: Pragmatic Innovations for Enterprise Software Testing
    Explore our new ebook, QA Transformation Today, packed with real-world strategies to optimize enterprise-scale QA. Learn how to host a “Test Case Purge Party,” implement Adaptive Automation, and utilize Predictive Quality Analytics to streamline testing processes and improve outcomes. Download this FREE ebook and uncover game-changing approaches to accelerate your QA transformation.

 

  • The Critical Role of User Acceptance Testing in Enterprise Application Success
    Check out our latest blog to uncover the key steps and best practices of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in enterprise applications. Learn how to navigate common challenges and implement solutions that guarantee your UAT efforts contribute to the overall success of your enterprise projects.

August 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • Revamped UI to Boost Your PractiTest Experience
    We’ve rolled out a new UI for the Top Bar and the Requirements, Test Library, and Issues modules. The module layouts offer advanced sorting capabilities, improved filtering, and faster load times, while the new top bar frees up screen space to help you focus on your testing data. Read the full blog for more details.
  • Pin Your Favorite Filters
    Get quick and easy access to the filters you use most often by pinning your favorite filters to the top of the filter tree. This feature streamlines your workflow by reducing the time spent searching for frequently used filters. Learn more about Favorite Filters here.
  • Launching New PractiTest Academy
    We are thrilled to announce the launch of PractiTest Academy! The new academy offers courses and exams to boost your knowledge and proficiency with PractiTest. After completing the courses and exams, participants will receive certificates to highlight their expertise. To register, click the ‘Get Certified!’ button within the platform.

Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, September 4th, 10:00 AM EST / 16:00 CET
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    Can’t make it?
    Join us on Wednesday, September 18th, 2:00 PM EST / 20:00 CET

  • The Next Generation of Testing – Webinar with Joel Montvelisky
    Are you still using ALM/Quality Center for your software testing? Join us on September 18th for “The Next Generation of Testing: Leaving Quality Center Behind” to discover how modern test management solutions can better support agile, automation, and cloud environments.

  • Elevating Software Testing and Compliance as Code – Guest Webinar with Baldvin Gislason Bern
    Join Baldvin Gislason Bern on September 25th for an insightful webinar to explore how integrating compliance into your testing practices can streamline processes and enhance quality. Register here!

  • The Future of AI in Software Testing – K2view Webinar
    On September 12th, join Noa Segol from PractiTest and Amitai Richman from K2view as they cut through the hype to reveal real-world AI applications, emerging trends, and strategies to enhance your QA processes. Register now to navigate the future of AI in software testing.

PractiTest and Beyond

  • Test Automation Strategy Checklist for 2024
    Check out our new blog post to ensure your automation strategies are up-to-date as it covers essential components for developing a robust test automation strategy that meets the demands of the current year. Read the full article here.

July 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • Enhanced User Management for Account Owners
    From now on account owners can view a detailed breakdown of the current number of licenses in use and recent payments. Navigate to the Subscriptions and Payment tab in Account Settings to access this information. Learn more about user management here.

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Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, August 7th, 10:00 AM EST / 16:00 CET
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    Can’t make it?
    Join us on Wednesday, August 21th, 2:00 PM EST / 20:00 CET

PractiTest and Beyond

  • 13 KPIs to Impress Leadership & Drive Business Value
    Feel like your QA team’s efforts go unnoticed? It’s time to step into the spotlight! Our latest eBook shows you how to showcase your QA team’s impact, align efforts with business objectives, and focus on the 13 KPIs that truly matter.
  • Measuring Rest API Testing Coverage Automatically: A Practical Approach
    Missed our guest webinar with Julio de Lima? Watch the recording now to discover an incredible Python library that simplifies measuring Rest API testing coverage. Learn how to analyze endpoints, parameters, request methods, and status codes to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
  • Top 11 Software Testing YouTube Channels for 2024
    Are you looking for a new way to enrich your knowledge? Check out our latest article featuring the Top 11 Software Testing YouTube Channels for 2024. Discover professional videos from experts and stay updated with the latest trends and insights in software testing.

June 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • New Look for the Test Sets & Runs Module
    We’re excited to introduce a refreshed layout for the Test Sets & Runs module, designed to enhance efficiency and user experience. The screen includes a new search functionality for filters, making it easier to find desired test sets quickly. Additionally, you can now expand the grid to full screen for better visibility and management of your test sets. new-test-set-screen
  • Find What You Need Faster with Enhanced Search
    When you search for an entity, a dropdown list will display the most relevant results categorized by entity type. You can click on a specific entity to open it or proceed to the advanced search, where you can easily refine and accurately narrow your search. Click here to learn more about our search functionality. search-dropdown
  • New Fields to Sync for an Even Better Jira Integration
    We’ve expanded our Jira integration capabilities to include three new fields: Component, Issue Type, and URL, ensuring more comprehensive data synchronization between PractiTest and Jira.

Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team for a dedicated session around reusability in PractiTest and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, July 10th, 10:00 AM EST / 16:00 CET Sign up here
    Can’t make it?
    Join us on Wednesday, July 24th, 2:00 PM EST / 20:00 CET

PractiTest and Beyond

  • Thinking Outside The Box: Cognitive Bias and Testing with Lisa Crispin
    Did you miss the recent webinar about the impact of cognitive biases on testing effectiveness by Lisa Crispin? Watch the recording now to learn strategies to identify and overcome cognitive biases and enhance creativity.
  • Top 5 AI-Powered Tools for Software Testing
    Check out our list of the top 5 AI-powered tools for software testing in our blog. Discover the differences between these tools and understand how each can contribute to improving your testing work.
  • Test Automation Frameworks – The Complete Guide
    Explore our latest article where we cover Test Automation Frameworks from A to Z, including their benefits, types, and common tools.

May 2024 Updates

Here are some updates from the past month

Product

  • Expand the Instance Grid for an Enhanced Experience
    Looking for a way to view more instances in the Instance Grid? Simply click the new ‘Expand’ button to enlarge the Instance Grid. expand the instance grid
  • Robot Framework Integration
    If you use Robot Framework for automation testing, you can now upload the xUnit results file directly to FireCracker to seamlessly report your automation test results to PractiTest. Click here to learn more about this integration.
  • New Filter Search Functionality
    When you are adding a new Instance to a Test Set, linking a new entity to a Milestone, or linking between different entities (in the new UI), you can search for a specific filter that you wish to choose entities from. search for filter

Coming Up

  • PractiTest Live Training
    Join our customer success team and ask everything you want to know.
    Wednesday, June 5th, 10:00 AM EST / 16:00 CET Sign up here
    Can’t make it?
    Join us on Wednesday, June 19th, 2:00 PM EST / 20:00 CET
  • Solving the Integration Testing Puzzle – A Guest Webinar With Bas Dijkstra
    Integration testing in distributed and microservices-based systems can be slow and unreliable. Contract testing, supported by tools like Pact and Pactflow, breaks down these challenges into manageable pieces. Join our webinar on June 19th at 11:00 AM EDT / 17:00 CEST to learn about the benefits and methodologies of contract testing, and see a live demo in action.

PractiTest and Beyond

  • Top 5 ALM Quality Center Alternatives in 2024
    Is your test management solution outdated? ALM Quality Center’s complex UI, lack of modern integration, and high cost are driving teams to seek alternatives. Our article explores the top 5 alternatives, their features, pricing, and migration strategies.
  • Beyond Hierarchical Structures: Agile Test Case Organization
    Hierarchical folder structures in test management are becoming outdated for complex projects. This blog covers how custom fields and dynamic filters can create a more adaptable test case management system.

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