How to Implement Shift Left Testing

Adopt Agile and DevOps

  • Use iterative development processes with shorter feedback loops.

Train Teams

  • Equip developers and testers with the skills to perform early testing activities.

Leverage Automation Tools

  • Use tools like Selenium, Cypress, JUnit, TestNG, or API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured) to automate tests.
  • Integrate testing into CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.

Define Clear Testing Strategies

  • Plan testing activities early and align them with project milestones.
  • Use a mix of manual and automated testing as appropriate.

Encourage Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Break silos by involving QA in requirement discussions and design reviews.
  • Facilitate communication between QA, development, and operations teams.

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