SauceLabs Blog

Announcing the Sauce Labs Next Gen Windows Cloud for Enhanced Cross-Browser Testing

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Test web apps and websites on the latest Windows desktop infrastructure for a faster, more efficient, and more reliable cross-browser testing experience.

Why Migrate to Appium 2.0?

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Wim Selles explains what's new in Appium 2.0 and why it's important for mobile testers and developers to migrate to Appium 2.0 now.

Streamline Mobile App Management with Sauce Labs

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

In this blog, learn how to manage your mobile apps all in one place for a more connected and efficient testing experience with Sauce Labs' new App Management dashboard.

Mobile App Testing Scenarios: Top Scenarios and How to Create Them

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Learn some of the top mobile app testing scenarios and how to create them.

Winning with saucectl, Part One

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

In this first part of a multi-part series, Allen Loew, a Principal Quality Engineer and Sauce Labs advocate, explains why he believes saucectl is one of the biggest leaps forward in test efficiency that we've had in recent years.

Can Selenium Be Used for Mobile Testing?

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

If you love Selenium, you can get a Selenium-like testing experience for mobile apps by taking advantage of Appium and Selendroid.

January 2023 Updates: Audio-Visual Quality Testing on iOS, Test Automation Experience YouTube Show, Beta Launch, and More

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

We paused at the end of last year, but your monthly recap is back! In this blog post, we'll share details on manual testing enhancements for audio and video streaming on iOS apps, an exciting beta program for a new accelerated testing feature, and more.

Run Manual Tests with Enhanced Audio & Video Streaming on iOS Apps with Sauce Labs

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

How can you ensure that your apps look and sound the same on every device and browser? In this blog post, we discuss how Sauce Labs live testing with enhanced audio and video streaming capabilities for native iOS apps can help.

Ensure Seamless Audio-Visual Quality for iOS Apps with Sauce Labs

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

With the latest manual testing feature from Sauce Labs, you can test your native iOS application’s audio output and video streaming quality to ensure a seamless customer experience.

ChatGPT for Automated Testing: From Conversation to Code

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

You've probably heard the buzz about what ChatGPT can accomplish but what testing opportunities are there for developers?

10 Mobile App Testing Trends for 2023

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

See upcoming trends to plan your mobile app testing strategy for 2023

10 Trends in DevOps, Automated Testing and More for 2023

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Our experts consulted their crystal balls to share their predictions for the trends in DevOps, automated testing, and more that we can expect in 2023.

How to Inspect Element on Android

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to inspect elements on Android devices to debug your website

Mobile App Development Trends to Look For in 2023

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Mobile app downloads are predicted to [reach over 235 million](https://www.statista.com/outlook/dmo/app/worldwide) in 2022. With mobile device users spending over four hours a day on mobile apps, customers are focused on apps more than ever before.

How to Resolve Mobile App Test Failures and Errors Faster

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how using a real device cloud can help resolve mobile app test errors and help teams streamline debugging.

WebdriverIO v8 Release

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn about what's new in WebdriverIO v8.

November '22 Updates: iOS 16.1 and Latest iPads on Simulators & Real Devices, Announcing Our Community Fellows, and More

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 01:00:00 GMT

Fall is on the way out, and we have a lot to be grateful for: hot apple cider, extra helpings of stuffing, and oh yes — a bounty of exciting updates from Sauce Labs! Let's dive in.

Announcing the Fellows in the Sauce Labs Open Source Community Fellowship Program

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs welcomes the new fellows who will be working on Elemental Selenium, a worthwhile open source project. They join our new Community Fellowship Program, which is designed to foster diversity and belonging in the open source community.

Learn About Responsive Website Design and Responsive Design Testing

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn the basics of responsive website design and testing to help your team ensure great UX across different devices and configurations.

How to Inspect Element on iPhone

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how to inspect elements on an iPhone or iPad for testing and troubleshooting web and mobile web UI issues

Black Friday: Retail Holiday or Developers’ Nightmare?

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 GMT

For developers and QA engineers, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are a game of watching how much weight the ice can take before it cracks. Learn how uptime goes beyond performance testing, and what you can do to prepare for the worst.

Simplify Environment Setup with Selenium Manager

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Improve how you stay up-to-date on the latest browser drivers. With shorter release cycles, it can be difficult to keep drivers in sync with browser versions. Selenium Manager automatically configures the browser drivers for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.

10 Reasons Your Team Needs to Budget for Automated Testing

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Looking for a budget for automated testing? Here's 10 reasons why your team needs a budget for test automation to improve the development lifecycle.

All the 9s in the World Won’t Save You from Taylor Swift

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour broke records, hearts, and the Internet itself. Even if you're not a Swiftie, web developers and QAs can learn many lessons from this event. Marcus Merrell explains.

A Brief History of the Selenium Testing Framework

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT

Ever wonder where Selenium (the testing framework, not the mineral) came from? Here’s a short history of the technology.

How to Build a 5-Star Mobile App with Better Error Monitoring and Reporting

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how better error monitoring and reporting can help improve your mobile app's user experience and app store reviews.

Appium vs. Espresso

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Learn the differences between Appium and Espresso for mobile app testing.

How to Use DataProvider in TestNG for Automated Testing (With Examples)

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Learn the fundamentals of DataProvider and how it can be used in TestNG for automated testing.

What Is a RESTful API?

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:30:00 GMT

Learn why most web apps and web services use REST (RESTful) APIs–and why GraphQL and gRPC APIs are emerging as alternatives to REST APIs in a growing number of organizations.

8 Steps for Planning a Mobile Testing Strategy

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Learn the best practices and steps for creating a winning mobile testing strategy.

Best Practices for Effective Mobile Testing: The Modern Mobile Automated Testing Pyramid

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Learn about our reimagined mobile test automation pyramid for modern DevOps practices.

What is Localization Testing? How To Improve Customer Experience with Localization

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Learn about localization testing, including its benefits, when to use it, and how to perform localization testing.

Top 5 iOS App Testing Frameworks

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Learn about the top test automation frameworks for testing iOS apps, including the benefits and advantages of each plus sample code.

XPath Locators Cheat Sheet For Better Testing

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Use this cheat sheet to build a strategy for locating elements known as XPath.

October ’22 Updates: Hacktoberfest, API Innovator of the Year, iOS 16 & iPhone 14 Series on Simulators, The Latest Real Devices and Browsers for Testing, and More

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Double, double, toil, and trouble: our cauldron is bubbling with everything you need to make testing less frightful and more delightful. Read on if you dare!

Sauce Labs Launches Community Fellowship Program Focused on Open Source

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs is proud to launch our brand new Community Fellowship Program. The program aims to foster diversity in the open source community, providing paid training for five people over a period of six months. It welcomes aspiring technologists who want to gain a footing in the tech world and further expand their knowledge and skills.

NUnit vs. xUnit vs. MSTest (With Examples)

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:00:00 GMT

This article compares and contrasts the three most popular unit testing frameworks in ASP.NET Core: NUnit, xUnit, and MSTest.

A Getting Started Guide to Setting Up Jenkins

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT

The goal of this getting started guide is to help development teams configure Jenkins continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD, or CI) servers and optimize a newly deployed CI infrastructure.

4 Challenges in Test Automation (and How to Solve Them)

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 14:11:00 GMT

Let’s take a look at some of the most common challenges that arise when QA teams begin implementing an automated testing strategy, along with tips for addressing them.

6 Benefits of a Real Device Cloud vs. Physical/On-Premises Real Devices for Mobile App Testing

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Some mobile app development teams today are still dealing with the challenges of maintaining physical/on-premises real devices for mobile app testing. This blog post makes the case for moving real device testing to the cloud.

Top 5 JavaScript Test Automation Frameworks in 2022

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Chris Tozzi reviews the most popular JavaScript test automation frameworks and presents several things to consider as you select the best option for you and your organization.

The Selenium Click Command (Including Examples)

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Learn how Selenium’s click() command works to simulate mouse clicks for automated UI testing, as well as how to send a right-click mouse command.

Hacktoberfest 101

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Join Sauce Labs for Hacktoberfest 2022! Learn more about the event and how you can participate.

Lesbians Who Tech + Allies 2022 discussion - The Universal Language of Testing Opens the Door for Inclusivity

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs is honored to take part in Lesbians Who Tech + Allies 2022 as a sponsor and presenter October 10-14 at the Castro Theater in San Francisco.

API Load Testing Tutorial

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT

API load testing, which identifies how stable your APIs are under different workloads, is a crucial part of performance testing. In this guide you will learn what is API load testing, when to perform load testing, and more.

Virtual Device (Emulator and Simulator) vs. Real Device: What is the Difference?

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

This guide discusses the differences between virtual devices (emulators/simulators) and real devices, the benefits of each, when to test on each, and more.

How to Choose Mobile Devices for Testing 2023

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Learn the latest best practices for knowing which mobile devices to test on, plus our recommended devices to test on by region and business size.

Cross-Browser Test Your Apps on Safari 16

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

You can now test your apps on Safari 16 with Sauce Labs automated testing, live testing, and Sauce Connect.

What Is Cloud Mobile Testing?

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:00:00 GMT

In this post, we explain what cloud mobile testing is, the benefits of cloud mobile testing, and how to get started.

September 2022 Product News, Events, and Test Automation Insights

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the September 2022 issue of The Monthly Sauce! At Sauce Labs, we believe that every experience matters. It’s what drives us to build products that equip our customers with digital confidence in the rapidly evolving world of software development. Read on to learn how our newest features and insights can help strengthen your testing.

Mobile App Test Automation Best Practices – 5 Test Cases to Automate

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 05:00:00 GMT

There are a number of things to consider when automating your mobile app tests, but first and foremost is to decide which tests should be and can be automated. This means understanding the business goals that are most important to your organization, as well as the risks you want to manage and mitigate.

The Basics of Automated UI Testing

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT

UI testing helps to ensure that the UI of your website or mobile app behaves as expected and that a high-quality user experience is maintained. This guide covers the basics of automated UI testing and how it can help your organization perform full UI testing more efficiently and consistently.

iOS 16 Now Available for Testing in the Sauce Labs Real Device Cloud

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Another September, another highly anticipated Apple launch: with iOS 16 released, now is the time to test your mobile app to ensure feature compatibility and deliver a seamless customer experience.

Visual Regression Testing Basics

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:30:00 GMT

Visual regression testing, part of visual testing, ensures that any updates to the system, software, or code do not impact the product's user interface or usability. Continue reading to learn more about visual regression testing, including its advantages, how it works, and how to get started.

Cross-Browser Testing with Selenium

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Cross-browser testing ensures that a site works as expected across popular browsers, allowing more people to access and use it regardless of their device.

Why a Real Device Testing Cloud is Good for Business

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 21:00:00 GMT

Maintaining physical devices can be costly, risky, and unsustainable in a way that negatively affects mobile app release cycles – and your bottom line. Learn why a real device testing cloud can help improve both the customer experience and the developer experience.

Update on Sauce Labs Compatibility with Firefox GeckoDriver Version 0.31.0

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Due to a recent change made by Mozilla, Sauce Labs will update Firefox GeckoDriver to version 0.31.0 on October 4, 2022 for Firefox versions 90 and later. If you run cross-browser tests on Firefox using Sauce Labs, you may need to update your tests to ensure continued compatibility.

A Celebration of 5 Billion Tests With a Data Deep Dive

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT

The future is mobile. Maybe it would be more accurate to say the present is mobile. With 7.26 billion smartphones in the world, it’s not difficult to see why there has been such rapid growth in mobile app development over the past couple of years. When there is almost one mobile device per person on Earth, it becomes clear that this is an enormous market with seemingly limitless potential. Sauce Labs recently completed our 5 billionth test, a huge milestone and a number we are proud of for sure. Five billion, after all, is a big number. It was the world population just 35 years ago.

August 2022 Product News, Events, and Test Automation Insights

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Welcome to The Monthly Sauce! At Sauce Labs, we believe that every experience matters. It’s what drives us to build products that equip our customers with digital confidence in the rapidly evolving world of software development. Read on to learn how our newest features and insights can help strengthen your testing.

In the News: Qualitest Introduces Automated Enterprise Application Testing Through Sauce Labs

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

The offering will help Qualitest’s enterprise customers scale more quickly by accelerating the testing of applications across multiple devices

Manual Test Faster with Sauce Labs Recents

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs’ newest live testing feature makes manual testing easier by accessing all of your previous test configurations so you can quickly reproduce test scenarios using the same setup.

The World Relies on Your Code (Infographic)

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:30:00 GMT

Read our infographic to learn more about how Sauce Labs is helping DevOps teams solve common development and testing problems to deliver trusted and secure digital experiences to customers, at speed.

Why Mobile Game Testing is More Important Than You Think

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Do you remember where you were on July 6, 2016? It was a Wednesday. American tennis sensations Venus and Serena Williams advanced to the semi-finals at Wimbledon. Drake’s ‘One Dance’ remained the number one song in both the US and UK. A super bacterium was discovered on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro just weeks before the games of the 31st Olympiad. If you are an American, perhaps you were still picking up remnants of fireworks from your backyard, and you may have seen some neighborhood children (or adults) congregating at street corners glued to their phones. They stood there, fixated on the small screens, yelping once in a while, looking up and abruptly changing directions as if tracking something down. Then you heard a curious exclamation. “I did it! I caught Pikachu!”

Sauce Labs Product Updates & Test Automation Insights July 2022

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome to The Monthly Sauce! We’re excited to share what we’ve been working on to help your organization achieve quality at speed. You’ll also get the latest insights and resources from our experts.

Getting Started with API Contract Testing

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Learn what OpenAPI-driven contract testing is, how and when contract testing is performed and scaled for massive microservices programs, and how it can provide relief to development teams that have been overwhelmed by testing bottlenecks and increasing rates of code errors in production.

Every Experience Matters and Privacy Does Too: Sauce Achieves ISO 27701

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

At Sauce Labs we always tell our customers that ‘every experience matters.’ It’s a mantra that speaks to our belief that digital experiences should be a delight for end users and not the chore that they can sometimes seem. One of our commitments to our customers has always been that we would never suggest something that we weren’t willing to do ourselves. Sauce Labs encourages all of our partners to take customer data protection and privacy seriously. Today, we’ve earned the certification for [ISO 27701](https://www.nqa.com/en-us/certification/standards/iso-27701?gclid=CjwKCAjwzeqVBhAoEiwAOrEmzYFi_4Wxtw5kNLNiVastwhuCEfmiylgVHe-e1GiL2YAwIAHQol5rehoCA6YQAvD_BwE) across our entire portfolio of products.

Getting Started with XPath in Selenium

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Selenium is the industry-standard, open-source testing automation framework. To implement Selenium, developers first need to use a locator to find dynamic web elements that help automate the cross-browser testing of their web applications. Selenium uses several locators, including XML Path (XPath). This blog explains how to use XPath as a web element locator in Selenium.

A Brief History of Disastrous Game Launches – and How to Keep Your Title Off This List

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

This summer marks the 40th anniversary of one of the most beloved American films of all time, E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial. E.T. was by all accounts a smashing success to the tune of $800 Million at the box office and cemented Stephen Spielberg as one of the most talented young filmmakers in the world. The film bathed us in nostalgia for neighborhood bike rides and proved for ambitious studio heads that film merchandise could be a viable revenue stream, rivaled perhaps only by ticket receipts themselves. The film even birthed the iconic logo for Amblin Entertainment. Yes, in the year 1982, the adorable little alien was everywhere. But they didn’t get everything right.

Choosing the Right Mobile Test Automation Framework

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

In this post, Ashwini Sathe reviews the options available for mobile test automation frameworks and provides guidance on how to choose the best one for your organization's needs.

Accelerating Releases with Quality: Contract Testing vs. E2E Functional Testing

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Good API testing should give developers confidence that services will run and perform as expected in production. But how much contract testing vs. E2E functional testing is really needed for quality at speed?

Sauce Labs Announces Next Testing for Good Workshop for Java Development

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Free virtual event July 12 - 13 to expand test automation skills and support Black Girls Code

How to Create Test Scripts Using the Chrome DevTools Recorder Panel

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Create JSON, Puppeteer, and Puppeteer Replay test scripts to run on Sauce Labs using the Chrome DevTools Recorder panel

Debug and Release Faster with Sauce Labs Mobile App Diagnostics

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Mobile apps are becoming increasingly essential to everyday activities: banking, healthcare, shopping, and other daily functions all require apps to work as expected and without error, every time.

Achieve Quality at Speed by Integrating Test Tools and Signals across Pre-production and Production

Wed, 25 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Integrating test tools and signals from pre-production through production creates continuous and faster feedback loops necessary to drive quality at speed and get better risk coverage across the SDLC.

Which Automated Testing Framework is Right For You?

Tue, 24 May 2022 13:00:00 GMT

The increasing popularity of shifting testing left to the earlier stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) has given rise to a proliferation of test automation frameworks. While software developers have no shortage of tooling choices, it can be difficult to know which solution is best for your organization when many offer similar features and test coverage.

How to Test with Cypress on Sauce Labs

Fri, 20 May 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Software developers and testers have more choices than ever when it comes to the test automation frameworks they can use. Since the creation of Selenium, automated frameworks have proliferated the marketplace, offering software development organizations a range of features and capabilities. With testing tools and knowledge shifting left to earlier phases in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), teams may find that developers prefer to use specific test automation frameworks. This means that software organizations may need to accommodate several different automation frameworks in their CI/CD pipeline.

Bad Press, Litigation and Exclusion: Why Inclusive Design Must Be Accessible

Thu, 19 May 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Accessibility needs to be a top-level discussion point in development and testing. It is every bit as vital as other areas of testing. Learn more about accessibility today.

SauceCon 2022 Recap: The Importance of Testing Across the DevOps Toolchain

Wed, 18 May 2022 16:30:00 GMT

That is a wrap on SauceCon 2022! The three-day event hosted some of the best and brightest in the technology world discussing the importance of test throughout the SDLC. Keynotes featured notable leaders Kelsey Hightower, Nicole Forsgren PhD, and Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles. Additionally, speakers from top-tier companies like Salesforce, Peloton, Women who Code, Duolingo, and Sirius XM filled the days’ content addressing every area of test and development. One of the main themes throughout the event was how testing has evolved to be one of, if not the most, important parts of a product through its development lifecycle.

How Synthetic Personas Can Help Test Personalized Web and Mobile App Experiences

Tue, 17 May 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Software users expect web and mobile apps to deliver individually tailored content. But for software development teams, the ability to test dynamically changing apps is a challenge. However, recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have made it possible to build large language models, which can be used to create synthetic personas for testing.

What is a DevOps Test Toolchain and Why it Matters for Your Mobile App Development

Thu, 05 May 2022 17:00:00 GMT

The digital experience is now primary to our everyday lives. Our recent consumer report, Every Experience Matters, dove into quality and how it affects consumer behavior. We know, for example, that 20% of users will abandon a brand after encountering even one error on a mobile app. At the user level, everything comes down to customer experience.

Kelsey Hightower and Dr. Nicole Forsgren are Coming to SauceCon, Are You?

Mon, 02 May 2022 10:20:00 GMT

Is your company feeling the need for speed? Do you believe that every experience matters for your users so you strive to always provide an excellent customer experience that will keep them coming back?

What Is Behavior Driven Development? A Two-Minute BDD Overview

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Behavior Driven Development, or BDD, can help get your teams building the right product. Learn more about BDD and how it can help your team.

Every Experience Matters: By Making Apps Inaccessible, Brands Lose Out Big

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:15:00 GMT

Today marks the ending of our series ‘Every Experience Matters: Stat of the Week.’ Over the past few weeks we have stressed how mobile app bugs negatively impact a company’s bottom line. This can come in the form of cart abandonment, negative reviews or even user churn. We may have saved the best for last though because today we are diving into the world of accessibility and the tremendous opportunity that brands are fumbling when attempting to appeal to a wider audience.

Matt Wyman on How Businesses Lose Money with Poor Code

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Earlier this week, Sauce Labs Chief Customer Officer, Matt Wyman, sat down with journalist Marko Velimirović of Website Planet. The pair discussed the release of the consumer report [Every Experience Matters](https://saucelabs.com/assets/PMdxikUbUNDoygY6cAQPY/da97751219cccdab7053640a0e971c49/sauce-labs-every-experience-matters-report-final.pdf) as well as the state of DevOps, trends in testing and the increasing need for developers to deliver exceptional quality at velocity. To read the full interview, head over to [Website Planet](https://www.websiteplanet.com/blog/sourcelabs-interview/). A selected portion is included below.

Simulators vs. Emulators: What’s the Difference, Anyway?

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This article will help you understand what makes simulators different from emulators, and why you’d choose to use one or the other.

Every Experience Matters: What Industries are Delivering a Poor Customer Experience?

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to our series ‘[Every Experience Matters](https://saucelabs.com/assets/PMdxikUbUNDoygY6cAQPY/da97751219cccdab7053640a0e971c49/sauce-labs-every-experience-matters-report-final.pdf): Stat of the week.’ In the previous editions of this column, we have discussed consumer behavior on mobile apps and how it affects brand equity and reputation. We have touched on how errors and bugs can cause significant user churn and evaporation of digital confidence. Last week we discussed how negative word of mouth can be generated when a single user encounters a mistake on your mobile app. Today, we’ll dive into some industry-specific data and flag the largest offenders.

Every Experience Matters: What is the Real Cost of Bad Software?

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:45:00 GMT

In the past two weeks, this series has taken a look at how often consumers encounter errors while [browsing online](https://saucelabs.com/blog/every-experience-matters-stat-1) and some of the [behaviors](https://saucelabs.com/blog/every-experience-matters-stat-2) a user will display when discovering a bug. If you’re new to the party, I’ll encapsulate it here by saying mobile apps are rife with coding issues and the vast majority of consumers have little to no tolerance for low-performing software. What we haven’t discussed yet is the ripple effect of one user encountering a problem. Do they merely pack their bags and go home or do they scream from the mountain tops for anyone willing to listen that they were personally wronged by your brand? If you have read the other two entries in this series, I’m sure you can guess where this is going.

Error Reporting: Improving Outcomes with Proactive Identification

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Errors happen. Despite best efforts, no piece of software is perfect. Unintentional issues with code, updates to existing frameworks, or unexpected interactions with other tools can all cause errors. As a result, it's critical for companies to deploy robust and reliable error reporting processes that help them proactively identify potential issues and improve operational outcomes. In this error reporting overview, we'll break down how error reports work, what advantages they offer, and how this process works in [Backtrace](https://saucelabs.com/platform/error-reporting).

Every Experience Matters: What Makes Us Shout at Computers?

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to the new Sauce Labs series ‘Every Experience Matters Stat of the Week.” In last week’s [edition](https://saucelabs.com/blog/every-experience-matters-stat-1), we mentioned that about a quarter of consumers encounter an error or bug every day. While this indicated that errors are quite common overall, we didn’t dive deeper into how a customer may react when encountering those bugs. Are customers as forgiving as we might hope? Sadly, that is not the case. The results are dubious, to say the least.

Selendroid vs. Appium - Which to Choose for Your Mobile App Testing

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Selendroid and Appium are both popular mobile test automation tools, but how do you decide which one to use? Take a look under the hood.

API Test Automation for Open Banking and PSD2 Compliance

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Open banking is a natural evolution in the API economy. By laying the foundation for web platform and mobile developers to build third-party products and services using any number of public (open) APIs, banks, financial services and insurance companies are ushering in next-generation customer experiences that are more frictionless and personalized.

Supplement API Security Testing with Functional API Testing and Integration Testing

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

The OWASP API Security Top 10 identifies the top API vulnerabilities that pose the greatest risk to mobile, web and SaaS applications as well as internal, partner and external API programs, highlighting which vulnerabilities must be detected and mitigated promptly. Gartner predicts that APIs that expose private information such as Personally Identifiable Information (PII) will be the most common attack vector in 2022.

Every Experience Matters: How Common are Bugs on a Mobile App?

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:02:00 GMT

Sauce Labs believes in a simple truth: your customers expect a flawless experience every time they interact with your software. We’ve mapped this out in our new customer report: Every Experience Matters. Within the report, you will find a deep dive into customer behavior and how it pertains to digital activity. The bottom line is that when customers experience bugs within a company’s web page or mobile apps, they become less likely to return. But just how damaging can a negative experience be? We’re glad you asked!

Every Experience Matters: Browsing Habits & Engagement Report

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:01:00 GMT

Today Sauce Labs announced the findings of its "Every Experience Matters" report, based on responses from 1500 consumers in the US, UK, and Germany, to gauge the modern browsing and online engagement experience. In short, we dive into how users are reacting when they use your website or app.

Hands-On Test Automation: Using Selenium With Python

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

You just finished creating your web application and want to clean it from any possible bugs, imperfections, and performance issues. But you feel a bit overwhelmed with the choice of testing tools and frameworks and the articles singing their praises. In this article, we will explore using Selenium with Python for test automation.

Automated API Testing for CI/CD and Microservices

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:30:00 GMT

Interdependence and collaboration between businesses and commercial sectors have changed in recent years with the use of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). APIs have been around long enough for companies to know that they can use open web technologies to extend their services via in-app integrations. APIs allow two programs to communicate with one another and exchange data in a smooth manner. Once an API has been created, it is vital to test the interface to ensure that it is functional.

Best Practices for End-to-End Testing for Better User Experience

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT

Developers test their code in chunks as it is written. [Error monitoring](https://saucelabs.com/platform/error-reporting) during the development cycle alerts engineers when conflicts arise and helps them identify the root cause. So, you may wonder then, in the age of DevOps and continuous delivery, is end-to-end testing still needed? Not only is it viable, but it is also essential to [validate requirements, configurations, and functionality](https://saucelabs.com/blog/the-case-for-end-to-end-testing-in-the-age-of-devops).

Understand API Load Testing vs. API Performance Monitoring

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:45:00 GMT

With over a billion more mobile devices projected to become connected over the next year, it’s never been more important to ensure SLA performance and functional reliability for business-critical APIs. While QA, development, and SRE teams have traditionally relied on API load testing and uptime or ping monitors to mitigate performance risk, too many companies have felt the pain of APIs, mobile apps and web platforms failing under stress or unexpected traffic patterns. For instance, a ticket sales and live events company might expect its API management platform to throttle traffic during expected spikes due to holidays, sudden changes in sporting or concert event times, etc. But ensuring API reliability and SLA performance through all scenarios has become far more challenging due to the sheer scale of integrations involved in even a single API flow. SRE and performance engineering teams looking to eliminate performance bottlenecks should understand the important differences between traditional API load testing vs. true API performance monitoring.

Low code vs. No Code Testing Explained: Similarities and Differences

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 14:30:00 GMT

No code and low code test automation are becoming widely adopted and will help address the evolving challenges faced by businesses today. However, what is the difference between no code and low code? When is it useful for an organization to adopt? How useful are their capabilities? Will this dampen the need for skilled Automation Engineers, Software Development Engineers in Test (SDET), or traditional Quality Assurance (QA) Specialists? Business leaders should focus on evaluating these tools based on the stage of their company, the skill sets of employees, and the challenges they face.

Salesforce Testing: An Essentials Guide

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Deploying and maintaining a scalable, transformative digital platform like Salesforce.com requires significant time, money, and people power. You wouldn't buy a car or a boat without taking it for a test drive first. Why roll the dice on a Salesforce deployment?

Automated Testing: 6 Essential Steps to Get Started

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:00:00 GMT

Any software application must work properly, generate the right results, satisfy stakeholders, and fit into the organization's overall objectives. Automated testing can help.

Everything You Want to Know About Performance Testing

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Just because your app or site works great in the lab doesn’t mean it will perform that way for end-users. Performance testing is essential to understanding how your website or application will behave in the real world.

Test Your Website Now Against Versions 100 of Chrome and Firefox

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Chrome, Firefox, and Edge browsers are quickly approaching 100 – version 100, that is. Chrome hits this milestone on March 29 followed by Firefox on May 3.

How to Find Root Cause Analysis in Your Visual Regressions with Hybrid Diff Benefits

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

The testing landscape has changed over time to include automated and [functional testing](https://saucelabs.com/resources/articles/what-is-functional-testing) as the baseline, but there are still ways to improve your testing because even with a fully automated continuous testing pipeline, there can still be the possibility of bugs existing in your passing tests. One of the ways to mitigate this is by adding [visual testing](https://saucelabs.com/platform/visual-testing) to your testing pipeline.

Beyond Waterfall and Agile: DevOps the Next Frontier

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Software development is constantly evolving, from technologies to best practices to methodologies. But the end goal remains the same: how can we bring new features to market faster to keep our customers happy without sacrificing the quality of our product?

How to Cross-Browser Test with the Best of the Best

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

With thousands of different web browsers, operating systems, and device combinations available, it’s impossible for software companies to control their users’ environments. All of these choices put the control in the hands of the user: if your web application or website is glitchy or looks bad on the browser they use, then you’ve probably lost that user as a customer.

Cut Your Error Resolution Time In Half With Mobile Crash And Error Reporting

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Fixing mobile software errors is a collaborative effort. Errors and crashes will be identified throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) by QA, testers, customer support, or users themselves. Unfortunately, there is often a time lag and loss of information as these errors get routed to the programmers who can further triage and resolve. The Sauce Labs [Mobile Crash and Error Reporting solution](https://saucelabs.com/platform/error-reporting) (Backtrace) helps address these challenges by providing best-in-class error capture, prioritization, and resolution flows to help companies cut their time to detection and resolution of issues in half.

Automated Testing: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Any software application must work properly, generate the right results, satisfy stakeholders, and fit into the organization's overall objectives. Automated testing can help.

Sauce Labs Appoints New Chief People Officer and Board of Directors Member

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

This week we announced that Martha Jensen has joined Sauce Labs as the new Chief People Officer and Tatyana Mamut joined the board of directors.

SauceCon '22: Coming to a Screen Near You, May 3-5

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

SauceCon will return to the virtual stage May 3-5, 2022. Over the course of three days, we'll explore a wide range of topics in software development and testing, including test automation, mobile testing and development, digital accessibility, API testing, CI/CD and DevOps. Save the date and stay tuned for registration opening soon.

Announcing the Sauce Labs App for Sumo Logic

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

This post discusses a new integration between Sauce Labs and Sumo Logic, the Sauce Labs App. By leveraging test data from Sauce Labs within Sumo Logic, teams can make better, more informed decisions about the efficacy of their engineering and development process.

How Parallelization Can Improve Visual Testing

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

This post explores the benefits of parallelization and best practices for adding parallelization to your visual testing process.

Keeping Customers Safe: Sauce Labs Achieves Both ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 Certification for Entire Portfolio

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:10:00 GMT

Today Sauce Labs announced that it has achieved certifications for both ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 across our entire portfolio of products. These distinctions provide customers with the highest level of confidence that customer data is protected and secure in any Sauce Labs test environment.

What Is Low-code Test Automation?

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

It’s hard to overstate how challenging software development is today. The market for web and mobile applications is more competitive than ever. Hiring and retaining high-quality software developers and engineers feels next to impossible given the low unemployment rate for IT professionals (just under 2% in the U.S. according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Shifting Accessibility Testing Left

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

This post by Sauce Labs TAP partner Evinced covers their web and mobile automation SDKs and how they integrate with tests run on Sauce Labs to create an enterprise-ready solution for accessibility testing.

Five Things Testers Wish Every CIO and CTO Understood About Testing

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

This article examines the top five concepts testers wish their CIOs knew about software testing and quality.

Increase Developer Confidence with Microservices and API Test Automation

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

This post summarizes a recent DZone article written by Sauce Labs engineer Simone Pezzano that discusses his team's journey from monolith to microservices, and the realization that they can make life easier for developers and quality engineers alike.

How to Write Less Chatty Selenium Tests

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:00:00 GMT

This article explores how to minimize chattiness in automated Selenium web app tests so you can optimize the speed and quality of your testing process.

Introducing the MTTRP: Mean Time to Reddit Post

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:30:00 GMT

MTTRP, or mean time to Reddit post is a new take on MTTR (mean time to recovery). The MTTRP is the average amount of time it takes someone to fire off a negative review into the social ether - If your business is impacted by some sort of negative event, how long before the entire internet hears about it?

Quality is Everyone’s Responsibility

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT

My grandmother used to say, ‘There’s more than one way to bake a cake.’ It’s a softer version of the more famous idiom involving feline taxidermy, but for our purposes, it’s a better metaphor. You can bake a cake without some of the key ingredients like sugar or eggs and it is still technically a cake. It just won’t taste as good as my grandmother’s cake did. Similarly, in the software world, we could deploy a product that is technically free of defects and bugs but still provides a poor user experience. This is where we need to redefine the true meaning of quality.

Windows 11 Now Available on Sauce Labs

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

We are excited to announce that Windows 11 is now available on Sauce Labs to run tests against Firefox, Chrome, and Chromium Edge.

Sauce Labs Unscripted

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Testing Does not Stop After Code is Pushed into Production

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Your mileage may vary on Ryan Gosling films. I happen to be a fan, and I always chuckle during the climactic scene in The Notebook. Drenched in rain, Gosling says to Rachel McAdams’ character, “It wasn’t over. It still isn’t over.” He of course is talking about their relationship, but I could easily draw a parallel here with testing. While in the past it may have seemed that a tester’s job was done once code was pushed into production, that is no longer the case.

100% Test Automation is Not a Good Goal

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 10:30:00 GMT

If you have ever seen the 1976 movie ‘All the President’s Men’ you may remember the phrase “follow the money.” The idea behind this is that political corruption could be exposed merely by looking at financial transfers between parties. In testing, I like to give a slight tweak on this phrase and say, ‘follow the revenue.’ What does this mean? Plainly, we should focus most of our testing efforts in the ways that we will see the most positive return.

9 Mobile App Testing Trends to Look For in 2022

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 11:00:00 GMT

This blog post discusses the mobile application testing trends for 2022 that software development teams need to know.

Testers Should Absolutely Be Part of the Scrum Teams

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:30:00 GMT

As a pragmatist, one thing that bothers me in movies is when characters withhold critical information from each other. Don’t get me started on all the secret plans that did and didn’t work in The Last Jedi. On the other hand, I realize that this is done by the writer to build drama and add tension to the story. It’s often a necessary evil to advance the plot. Well, friends, life is not a movie. Adding hurdles to communication rarely benefits anyone in a business setting and this is why I strongly believe testers should be members of scrum teams.

EPAM Testing-as-a-Service, Powered by Sauce Labs

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 12:30:00 GMT

Sauce Labs has partnered with EPAM to help organizations get code to value fast from investments in test automation. Called Testing-as-a-service (TaaS), this offering helps customers reduce testing costs, accelerate release velocity, and deliver quality applications.

macOS Monterey with Safari 15 Now Available on Sauce Labs

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 12:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to announce that Sauce Labs now supports tests running against macOS 12 Monterey with Safari 15.

Failed Tests Can Be a Good Thing, as Long as You're Not Tolerating Too Many of Them

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 10:45:00 GMT

“Why do we fall?” This is a question directed at a young Bruce Wayne by the lovable butler Alfred Pennyworth in Batman Begins. The answer? “So that we can learn to pick ourselves up.” It’s a wise and heartwarming approach to failure, a quote that teaches us to learn from our mistakes. Now while the world of DevOps may not include dressing up in costumes and fighting criminal masterminds of the underworld (at least in the traditional sense) these lessons can be applicable in all walks of life, including in our approach to testing.

2022 is Coming: 8 Mobile App Development Trends to Look For

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 06:00:00 GMT

This blog post will examine the 2022 forecast for mobile application development, including the trends and opportunities mobile software developers and engineers need to know.

Testing APIs is Every Bit Important as Testing the UI

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:30:00 GMT

What we’ve covered so far in this series has largely involved the importance of keeping the user experience top of mind. The logical way to go about this is of course running UI tests to make sure we are delivering the correct look and feel that we have designed for the user. The word ‘user’ is right there in ‘user interface’ so this is clearly an important step in delivering that consistent user experience.

Selenium is a Terrific Automation Framework, but it’s Not a Strategy

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 09:40:00 GMT

Here at Sauce Labs, we love Selenium. It was created by our co-founder Jason Huggins, so it will always have a soft spot in our hearts. But the truth is, if we are being technical, Selenium is more of a robotic browser control mechanism than a true test automation framework. While Selenium can definitely be part of your test automation strategy, the use of it in itself would not qualify as a proper testing strategy.

Getting Started With Sauce Labs Low-Code Automated Web Testing

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs Low-Code Automated Web Testing is here! This release focuses on expanded integrations and new intelligent testing features to enable citizen testers and non-coders to reduce time spent on testing by executing automated scripts across browser and OS combinations.

Sauce Labs and Qualitest for Mobile Test Automation

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Mobile digital confidence is complex and requires the right technology, expertise and processes. Learn more about a turnkey mobile testing solution that accelerates time to value with test automation from Sauce Labs and Qualitest.

Test Automation Should Not Be Used to Replace Humans

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the different circumstances that do and do not call for test automation. There are a lot of discussions in all industries about automation and how it can replace humans. This anxiety has fueled science fiction films for decades but alas, the robot uprising has not yet come to fruition. Now robots coming for our jobs? That can be a different story, but in the testing space, we need to remember that testing automation should not be used to replace humans.

10 Things Testers Wish CIOs & CTOs Knew About Testing: The Goal of Testing is Risk Mitigation, Not Perfect Software

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 11:00:00 GMT

In my 18 years of working in quality engineering and the testing community, I’ve developed some best practices to help organizations create and manage their overall test strategies. This is the second in a 10-week series on what testers wish their CIOs and CTOs knew about testing. Each week, I’ll share my experience to help educate tech leaders on key priorities their testing teams need them to understand. This week, we discuss the difference between perfect software and risk mitigation.

10 Things Testers Wish CIOs & CTOs Knew About Testing: A Tester’s Job is to Model and Advocate for Great User Experiences

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 11:30:00 GMT

In my 18 years of working in quality engineering and the testing community, I’ve developed some best practices to help organizations create and manage their overall test strategies. This is the first in a 10-week series on what testers wish their CIOs and CTOs knew about testing. Each week, I’ll share my experience to help educate tech leaders on key priorities their testing teams need them to understand. This week, we’ll talk about the user experience.

Frequently Asked Questions About Selenium 4

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 09:00:00 GMT

In this article, we review how to get ready for Selenium 4 with some frequently asked questions.

Native vs. Web vs. Hybrid vs. Progressive Web Apps: Key Differences for Development and Mobile Testing

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

This article explains how native, web, hybrid and progressive web apps vary, how to choose the right app type for your business, and what it means for your mobile app testing strategy.

Finding the Intersection of Quality and Speed

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 16:00:00 GMT

We often live in an ‘either or’ environment, having to make difficult decisions that sacrifice an eventual outcome in some way. In the world of testing, this leads to the age-old debate between speed and quality. Fortunately, DevOps and the concept of continuous testing have given us the best of both worlds by allowing developers to increase the quality of the code that they ship as well as the velocity at which they release it. To better understand how we got to this place it’s important to understand the history of test.

Selenium 4 Knowledge Hub is now live

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:00:00 GMT

Selenium 4 started its development in late 2018, had its first Alpha release in April 2019, and moved to Beta in February 2021. It was released October 13, 2021. Learn what you need to know about this release from the Selenium 4 Knowledge Hub by Sauce Labs.

Getting Started with Web Accessibility Testing

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Making your websites and apps accessible to everyone matters. Here's a helpful guide on how to plan for web accessibility testing and select the best tools for your organization.

Better Together: Why You Should Leverage Emulators and Simulators for Web App Testing

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT

It's a good idea to take a balanced approach to mobile testing. Incorporating both virtual and real devices will increase the scalability, efficiency, and effectiveness of your mobile testing strategy—while still allowing you to test real usage scenarios and conditions.

Selenium Grid: Build vs Buy – Webinar Q&A

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Diego Molina, Staff Software Engineer at Sauce Labs and core contributor to the Selenium project, gave a Selenium Grid Build vs. Buy webinar and provides answers to questions posed during the webinar in this blog post.

Best Practices for Mobile Application Beta Testing

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT

This article gives a thorough explanation of how beta testing works, why it’s important, and how to get the most out of beta testing for mobile applications.

To Validate or Verify?

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 10:10:00 GMT

Verification and Validation are software testing concepts that end up confusing many people. Improve testing and delivery by learning the difference.

Write Great Cucumber Tests

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:30:00 GMT

Use Cucumber with best practices in your automated tests ensures that your automation experience will be successful and that you’ll get the maximum ROI.

3 Challenges to Overcome When Implementing Low-Code Development

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The demand for low-code development is rapidly increasing. However, low-code is not a silver bullet and it can be challenging to implement it correctly. In this blog post, Sahr Saffa addresses three challenges that organizations must overcome when implementing low-code development.

The Importance of Accessibility

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The partnership between Deque and Sauce Labs enables Sauce customers to easily integrate accessibility testing into their quality processes, giving both testers and developers increased awareness and visibility into accessibility signals at every level of the software development process.

Why You Should Be Testing in Production

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Testing in production means that new code changes are tested on live user traffic. Find out why testing in production can improve your QA process.

Is Selenium the Best Test Automation Framework?

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Is Selenium the best test automation framework? Learn more about this popular framework and how to apply it.

Backtrace Acquisition Adds Error Monitoring; Enables Customers to Receive Quality Signals Throughout Entire Software Development Lifecycle

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Backtrace Acquisition Adds Error Monitoring; Enables Customers to Receive Quality Signals Throughout Entire Software Development Lifecycle

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Ramin Sayar

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In this edition of Unscripted, Aled is joined by Ramin Sayar, president and CEO of Sumo Logic, to discuss taking a company public during the pandemic, maintaining a strong culture in an all-remote world, and the biggest trends driving change in business and technology.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & James Clapper

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In this edition of Unscripted, retired Lt. General James "Jim" Clapper sits down with Aled to reflect on his time as Director of National Intelligence under President Obama and discuss the role of technology in shaping the future of the country.

Shifting Performance Testing Left with Sauce Performance

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In this blog post, Abigail Kurtzman reviews the benefits of adding a front-end performance testing tool to your testing environment, including getting faster feedback from your tests much earlier in the pipeline.

SauceCon Speaker Profile: Andy Knight

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

SauceCon Online 2021 brings together the global virtual community of Sauce Labs users and continuous testing experts to learn from each other and level up their automated testing and continuous delivery skills. This year’s event will be held virtually April 20-22. Here’s a bit about one of this year’s speakers: Andy Knight.

SauceCon Speaker Profile: Melissa Boggs

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

SauceCon Online 2021 brings together the global virtual community of Sauce Labs users and continuous testing experts to learn from each other and level up their automated testing and continuous delivery skills. This year’s event will be held virtually April 20-22. Here’s an overview of one of this year’s keynote speakers: Melissa Boggs.

Comparing the Selenium and Cypress Testing Frameworks

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Author Chris Tozzi reviews the Selenium and Cypress test frameworks and provides tips for why you might want to select one or the other – or even use both at the same time.

Women in Testing: Kate Green

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the contributions and expertise of the many talented women in the worldwide testing community. In this article, we’re highlighting testing veteran Kate Green. With her education background and years of experience managing tech teams, Kate contributes to the community and influences other testers as they have influenced her.

Maximizing the Value of Testing in Retail and e-Commerce

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Creating flawless digital experiences for customers is not an option for retail and e-commerce companies: it’s a necessity. Whether it happens via websites or mobile apps, online shopping has become the norm, even before the global COVID-19 pandemic made it essential. But what does that mean for enterprises?

Getting Started with Automated UI Testing – Picking the Tools

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

If you're just starting out with automated UI testing, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Like many aspects of the software world, the options are plentiful and varied, standards and tools are constantly evolving, and it’s hard to know where to start. This article provides a handy guide with some helpful resources to get you going.

Speed Up JavaScript Test Automation on the Sauce Cloud

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Learn how Sauce Labs seamlessly integrates Cypress, Playwright and TestCafe tests to run at scale on the Sauce Labs Continuous Testing Cloud. Only Sauce Labs provides one solution for all your testing needs.

End-to-End Testing for Sauce Visual Solution Now Available

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

End-to-End (E2E) testing for the Sauce Visual solution is now available, which means organizations can now add an additional layer of coverage to their existing testing strategy to achieve digital confidence and deliver a flawless application experience to their customers.

What's Coming in Selenium 4: The New Selenium Grid

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

In the fourth and final post in his series, Simon Stewart continues talking about what's coming in Selenium 4 and reviews what's new in the Selenium grid.

Switching from Selenium to Cypress, TestCafe or Playwright?

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

DevOps transformation is accelerating, and we’re seeing more and more organizations adopting native JavaScript testing frameworks as they shift testing left. In this article, Nancy Zenger takes a look at why organizations are choosing JavaScript testing frameworks and how Sauce Labs can help you in your test automation and DevOps journey.

2020 Firsts

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Although we aren’t sad to see 2020 go (seriously, 2020, don’t let the door hit you on the way out), we do want to acknowledge a few good things that happened this year. Specifically, we celebrated some momentous firsts that seemed worth mentioning as we look back on a year unlike any other.

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 6

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the final installment of this Tech Talk Series, Wim Selles helps you discover many hidden features of Appium Desktop that will help you take your mobile test automation efforts to the next level.

Sauce Acquires API Fortress; Adds API Testing Capabilities

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs has acquired API Fortress, a leading provider of modern API testing solutions for agile and DevOps teams.

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 2

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the second of his six-part Tech Talk series on becoming an Appium Desktop ninja, Wim Selles will teach you how to configure an Android emulator or an iOS simulator on your local machine.

ACTION REQUIRED: Secure Your Testing Experience - Best Practices for Updating Sauce Connect

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This post provides the latest news about Sauce Connect, including new features, security improvements, and critical bug fixes. It also offers instructions for upgrading as well as what to look for in 2021.

Leveraging Docker Containers to Manage Sauce Connect Tunnels

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article we will leverage Docker containers. This will be useful if you’re an existing customer, managing your Sauce Connect tunnels manually, and you want to know how to automate and scale this solution with Docker. If you’re looking to become a Sauce Labs customer, this will give you a good idea of how to Dockerize one of the most important components of your test infrastructure.

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 1

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the first of his six-part Tech Talk series, Wim Selles provides you with the foundational knowledge to get started with Appium Desktop, walking you through the key steps that will empower you to successfully accomplish your mobile automation initiatives.

Why Product Managers Should Care About Testing

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Karla Schoenicke reviews why product managers should be involved in the testing process. Becoming an advocate and strong partner for your development team gives product managers more opportunities to deliver high-quality user experiences to customers.

A Beginners’ Guide to Manual Cross-Browser Testing

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 08:00:00 GMT

In this comprehensive article, Ashwini Sathe discusses what you need to know about manual cross-browser testing—and how it's still essential to delivering a flawless user experience to your customers.

New Tricks in Selenium 4

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the third post in his series, Simon Stewart continues talking about what's coming in Selenium 4 and reviews some of the tricks in the new release.

How To Do Multi-Touch Gestures in Live Testing

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This post gives you detailed, step-by-step instructions for how to perform multi-touch gestures during live testing sessions on the Sauce Labs platform.

Live Twitter Chat With the Sauce Experts: Keyword-Driven Testing #OnKDT

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Join Nikolay Advolodkin, Titus Fortner, and Josh Grant for an upcoming live Twitter chat on keyword-driven testing. After working with hundreds of automation engineers, they have plenty of advice to help you with your particular testing situation.

Quickstart to Automated Functional Testing with Visual Testing

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this post, Larry Ho reviews how you can use visual testing to detect visual regressions and as a bonus, get automated functional testing out of it too.

Best Practices When Starting Performance Testing

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Performance is a feature that helps development and QA organizations capture and address performance regressions earlier in the cycle. This post will explain the best practices when using Sauce Performance and how Sauce Performance works with the greater Sauce platform.

Purposefully Contributing to Our Community: Sauce Labs Teams Up with IREX

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Aled Miles talks about how Sauce Labs is working with IREX, an organization that works closely with local communities to understand their challenges and design practical solutions.

Unscripted - Aled Miles, Niloofar Razi Howe & Kristin Lord

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles sits down with Niloofar Razi Howe and Kristin Lord to discuss IREX and their mission of creating a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world.

1 Simple Trick To Massively Improve Automation Efficiency

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Nikolay Advolodkin presents a case study to show how interactions with only two web elements led to a 34% degradation in test execution time. He will show you how to remove this inefficiency by simply keeping the element location timeout to a maximum of 20 seconds on mobile devices.

What’s Coming in Selenium 4: Why The Major Version Bump?

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the second post in this series, Simon Stewart continues talking about what's coming in Selenium 4 and why this release has a major version bump.

Parallelize Your JavaScript Tests In CI/CD

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The saucectl CLI makes setting up, writing, and running web tests easier and faster for developers during early pipeline testing. Nancy Zenger reviews how you can use this tool to speed up your native JavaScript tests by running tests in parallel within your CI/CD environment.

Speeding Up Your Tests: Parallel Testing with Short Tests

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this installment of his "Speeding Up Your Tests" series, Titus Fortner discusses the power of parallel testing.

How to Optimize a Test and Make It 560% Faster

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 08:00:00 GMT

Deep in the implementation of every automated UI test lives the potential to turn something simple into something slow and unreliable—simply by adding extra Selenium commands. The data clearly show that longer tests are less likely to pass. In this case study, I will show you how to optimize a test and make it 560% faster. We will do this by tackling inefficient use of Selenium commands.

What’s Coming in Selenium 4: How Can I Contribute?

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this new blog series all about the upcoming release of Selenium 4, Simon Stewart will cover how the Selenium project works, who is involved, how you can get involved, and a sneak peek at what’s new in Selenium 4.

Best Practices for Shifting Accessibility Testing Left

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Guest blogger Dylan Barrell shares four best practices for shifting accessibility testing left, and covers how to integrate axe, Deque’s open source accessibility tool, in NodeJs Jest with the Selenium browser automation tool and Jest.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & The Lord Arbuthnot of Edrom

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles sits down with The Lord Arbuthnot of Edrom to discuss his career in politics, the widespread impact of COVID-19, the attributes of successful leaders, and the new challenges of doing business in the digital era.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Stephen Smith

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles sits down with the Honorable Stephen Smith, former member of the Australian House of Representatives, for an in-depth conversation about a variety of topics, including how to be an authentic speaker, the COVID-19 response, and how to achieve digital confidence.

Speeding Up Your Tests

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Should you prioritize test speed over everything else? Sauce Labs senior solutions architect Titus Fortner argues that test speed isn’t everything. In this first video in his “Speeding Up Your Tests” series, Titus offers some tips for getting accurate test results back consistently.

Tech Tip: Best Practices For Using Sauce Connect

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this blog post, Abigail Kurtzman offers best practices for working with Sauce Connect proxy, a command line tool that your team can use to create a TLS tunnel from your environment out to the Sauce Labs platform.

Ten More Commandments Of Automation

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Paul Grizzaffi highlights 10 commandments of automation that he's learned and adopted throughout his career.

Mobile Testing Basics: Manual vs. Automated Testing

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 05:00:00 GMT

*Revised 26 Aug 2020 by Matthew Heusser @ Excelon Development matt@xndev.com* Building mobile applications is getting easier and easier thanks to toolkits and new programming languages. Testing those applications, on the other hand, is going the other way. The applications are more complex, need to adapt to more form factors, different browsers and operating systems, along with different amounts of bandwidth. Just because the application seems to work for one use case on the newest iPhone does not mean it will appear reasonable on an Android tablet.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Carwyn Jones

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this video, Sauce Labs CEO interviews former First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones in a discussion about politics, leadership, dealing with the highs and lows life presents — and what happened when he met former US President Barack Obama.

Introducing The Open Source Program Office

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The open source team at Sauce intends to actively contribute to, develop, and lead open source projects that are critical to the community and to the mission of Sauce Labs. The Open Source Program Office was created to manage and sustain the Sauce Labs commitment to supporting open source software.

Do Low-Code Testing Solutions Offer Promise?

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Low-code test solutions are gaining in popularity. In this article, Darryl Jenkins discusses what this means for conventional automation frameworks (at least not yet), and the promise they hold for visual test creation.

The C# Selenium Sample Repo You Must Have

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Nikolay Advolodkin shares about the C# Selenium sample repository and offers best practices to help anyone struggling with automation in C# to get started quickly and easily.

Everwell Health Reduces Testing Time by More Than 50% with Sauce Labs

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Everwell Health Solutions adopted Sauce Labs for software testing and was able to reduce their testing time by more than half.

Continuous Testing in the Retail Industry

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Creating digital confidence for the best customer experience is important now that most people have gone digital. Learn how to achieve excellence through testing here.

Meet The Experts: Wim Selles

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This is the next in a series that highlights our team of experts, featuring Sauce Labs solutions architect Wim Selles.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - The Qualities of a Leader

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Elke Edwards, Founder and Creative Director of Ivy House, explains to Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles that true leaders are motivated by learning, not winning or being right. She offers advice on how to be a courageous, self-aware learner.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - On Relationships

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The only ingredient to a relationship is behavior, and the way we behave to each other. Elke Edwards and Aled Miles discuss how important it is to consider our own behavior when we want to improve any relationship.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - The ABC of Relationships

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Ivy House Founder and Creative Director Elke Edwards offers an “ABC” framework to help you create and maintain key relationships, whether at work or at home.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - Conscious Competence

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Ivy House Founder and Creative Director Elke Edwards speaks to Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles about how leaders can bring themselves to a state of conscious competence by being ready to learn and setting aside their egos.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - E + B = R

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Elke Edwards, Founder and Creative Director of Ivy House, says that if we want leaders, we need to start with ourselves and how we perceive situations. She explains a formula that she uses (Event + Behavior = Results) that shows how important this perception is in the workplace.

Unscripted - Aled Miles & Elke Edwards - Learning Agility

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this segment, Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles kicks off his interview with Elke Edwards, Founder and Creative Director of Ivy House. Elke talks about how Ivy House brings the best training to emerging leaders - and how the best leaders are open to learning agility from their experience.

What Security Means for Web and Mobile Application Testing

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Working from home can increase productivity but it also comes with challenges such as slow networks. Read more about security and what it means for app testing here.

4 Best Practices for Harnessing the Power of Test Data

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Using test data in continuous testing is beneficial throughout the development process. Read about test data and its importance here.

test.allTheThings() with Cypress and TestCafe

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We have expanded support for two more “developer-focused” testing frameworks: Cypress and TestCafe. See what's new in our Sauce Testrunner Toolkit—and how it can help developers realize the benefits of early pipeline testing as quality shifts left.

Meet the Experts: Josh Grant

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This is the next in a series of posts highlighting our team of experts, featuring Sauce Labs solution architect and Python expert Josh Grant.

Tech Tip: Pointing Your Automated Tests to Sauce

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this Tech Tip, Sauce Labs senior solution engineer Ian Flanagan shows you how to update your current automated tests to run in the Sauce Labs Continuous Testing Cloud.

Meet the Experts: Diego Molina

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We’ve got a whole team of people who eat, sleep, and breathe testing—and love to share their knowledge with others. This is the next in a series of posts highlighting our team of experts, featuring Selenium contributor and Sauce Labs senior software engineer Diego Molina.

Meet the Experts: Jane MacNeil

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Next up in our "Meet the Experts" series, we meet Jane MacNeil, director of engagements for the Sauce Labs Field Services team.

Goodbye Sample Test Frameworks, Hello Sauce Training Repo

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this post, Josh Grant introduces the new Sauce Training repository that includes helpful code examples that will set up Sauce users for success and give users confidence in getting started with Sauce.

Using The Continuous Testing Benchmark to Build Digital Confidence

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Alissa Lydon breaks down the four key components of the Continuous Testing Benchmark that define testing success, and show how you can use the report to help create success metrics for your team to start on the path to true digital confidence.

How to Test Image Upload Functionality

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Camera image injection gives developers the ability to inject images in their automation testing, so that specific test cases such as apps requiring scanning of QR codes or image scanners can run on a cloud-based testing service as if it were on an actual device.

Creating Digital Confidence with Data

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Alissa Lydon outlines three ways data analytics can help further accelerate release cycles and keep teams productive as they strive to provide the best digital experience to users with every release.

Standing Together Against Racism

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs CEO Aled Miles shares his thoughts on recent events and on our role in fighting racial injustice.

Meet the Experts: Titus Fortner

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This article is one in a series highlighting our team of experts, featuring senior solutions architect Titus Fortner.

The Power of Digital Confidence

Thu, 21 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Digital confidence is becoming more important now that people rely on digital experiences. Read about digital confidence and how it impacts your life today.

Testing Better Together With the 2020 Continuous Testing Benchmark Report

Tue, 12 May 2020 08:00:00 GMT

The 2020 Sauce Labs Continuous Testing Benchmark Report articulates the four benchmark metrics critical to continuous testing excellence and measures how organizations’ collective testing efforts stack up against these defined standards.

Look, No Strings! Puppeteer, Jest, and Sauce Labs

Tue, 12 May 2020 08:00:00 GMT

Introducing the Sauce Testrunner Toolkit beta - which is already fully cloud CI/CD ready and connects to the entire Sauce Labs platform.

Test Failure Analysis Best Practices

Tue, 12 May 2020 07:30:00 GMT

Update: Test Analytics is now [Sauce Insights](https://saucelabs.com/platform/analytics-performance/sauce-insights). In this post, we take a look at what test failure analysis means and discuss strategies for getting the most out of it.

SauceCon 2020 Speaker Profile - Dylan Lacey

Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

SauceCon speaker Dylan Lacey will be presenting on metadata.

Meet the Experts: Marcus Merrell

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Meet Sauce Labs expert, Marcus Merrell, who leads a team to help customers build automation programs that's solid and sustainable. Learn more about Marcus here.

Sauce Labs Offers Software Testing to COVID-19 Innovators

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs is extending the Open Sauce program to offer free and reduced-cost software testing for organizations innovating to address COVID-19.

Is Test Driven Development (TDD) Still Relevant?

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Test Driven Development has been around for a long time, but is it still relevant? Swaathi Kakarla discusses where it came from and whether we should still be using it today.

Presenting: New and Improved Python Samples for Sauce Labs

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Josh Grant offers some Python example code, which can be found in the Sauce Labs Training Demo Python repository.

The Time Is Now for Digital Confidence

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Digital services are more important than ever to help create some normalcy around working remotely. Learn how to create digital confidence with your team here.

Using Data to Improve Test Efficiency

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Update: Test Analytics is now [Sauce Insights](https://saucelabs.com/platform/analytics-performance/sauce-insights). Introducing our newest Insights feature: Failure Analysis. Using sophisticated machine learning that works with test pass/fail data, Failure Analysis surfaces the most common test errors, prioritizes them based on how frequently they are occurring, and gives you insight into where you can focus efforts to improve your pass rates.

How QA Teams Can Use Software Monitoring Tools

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Monitoring tools designed to help track application availability and performance and alert teams to problems aren't just for IT teams. They can also help QA engineers do their jobs more effectively.

Women in Testing: Gwen Diagram

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In honor of International Women's Day, we interviewed Gwen Diagram about her experience being a woman in the testing industry.

Mobile Testing Considerations: Android versus iOS

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Scott Fitzpatrick identifies some of the key differences in testing applications designed for Android and iOS and provides insights and strategies for helping to overcome the distinct testing challenges that are encountered when working with either platform.

The Benefits of Building in Storybook

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Twain Taylor reviews the benefits of building in Storybook for visual testing.

SauceCon 2020 Speaker Profile: Hugh McCamphill

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 09:00:00 GMT

SauceCon 2020 speaker Hugh McCamphill will be presenting a session called “Not Just Accessibility IDs: Speed Up Your Appium Tests for Faster Feedback.”

Sauce Connect and Sauce Visual Integration

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to share that starting up Sauce Connect Proxy, our secure tunnel connection, with Sauce Visual just got easier, and is available for immediate use.

Achieving Test Parallelization, Part 8

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In the final installment of his Best Practices for Automated Testing series, Nikolay Advolodkin discusses how to achieve test parallelization.

Tech Talk: Intro to Testing in Parallel, Part 7

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 09:00:00 GMT

In this exciting episode of Best Practices of Automated Testing, Nikolay Advolodkin, Solutions Architect, introduces test parallelization.

Building a Quality Platform From The Ground Up

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Greg Sypolt explores why building a quality platform from the ground up will drive more value, accountability, and shared responsibility.

SauceCon Speaker Profile: Hilary Weaver-Robb

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 09:00:00 GMT

SauceCon 2020 speaker Hilary Weaver-Robb will lead a session on the importance of API testing.

Tech Talk: Using Javascript to Bypass Pages, Part 6

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In part 6 of his series Best Practices of Automated Testing, Nikolay Advolodkin demonstrates how to use Javascript injection.

How Distributed Tracing Helps QA Teams

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Typically used to pinpoint failures, distributed tracing can also be used to track performance and gather statistics to optimize your application over time. To get it right, however, developers and operations need to ensure that QA staff is involved, as well.

SauceCon 2020 Speaker Profile: Hélène Doumenc and Jonathan Chacón

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

This is the first in a series of articles highlighting speakers at SauceCon 2020.

Tech Talk: Test Coverage with Atomic Tests, Part 5

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Solutions architect Nikolay Advolodkin shares some of his best practices for automated testing, this time breaking down what an atomic test is and why having lots of them is beneficial for test coverage.

Leveraging CI/CD For Complex Tests

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 07:00:00 GMT

This post discusses leveraging CI/CD for a complex testing environment under rapid speeds with Selenium automation and a cloud-based testing platform.

Tech Talk: Cleaning Up Duplications, Part 4

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this installment, Nikolay introduces an exercise that involves removing duplication with the help of a base test class.

Is BDD Automation Actually Killing Your Project?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Behavior-Driven Development is a software development methodology that promises to resolve the common communication issues that we face between business and technical people. However, BDD test automation can cause issues. Nikolay walks you through how to avoid this.

Tech Talk: How to Configure Automated Tests on Sauce Labs, Part 3

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

In this Tech Talk, Sauce Labs solutions architect Nikolay Advolodkin runs through an actual hands-on workshop to show you how to get started with automated testing.

How to Effectively Test Mobile Games

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In this post, Swaathi Kakarla uncovers what it takes to test mobile games and how it differs from app testing.

Tech Talk: Intro to Best Practices of Automated Testing, Part 1

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In the first episode of the Best Practices for Automating Testing series, Nikolay Advolodkin discusses the automation pyramid.

What Is Automated Visual Regression Testing?

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Twain Taylor explains what automated visual regression testing is and when you should use it.

How to Automate a Real E2E User Flow with Appium for Android Devices

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In our previous article [Automating a real E2E user flow with Appium on iOS](https://saucelabs.com/blog/how-to-automate-a-real-e2e-user-flow-with-appium-for-iOS-devices), we covered how to automate the user flow between app and browser for iOS devices. In this article we are going to cover the same scenario for Android devices.

How to Automate a Real E2E User Flow with Appium for iOS Devices

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In this post, Wim Selles focuses on one specific thing that you cannot do with native frameworks, and that is automating a real end-to-end (E2E) user flow.

The What and Why of Low-Code Application Testing

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

This article explores the importance of functional testing and performance testing for low-code apps.

An Interview with Joe Colantonio

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

An interview with Joe Colantonio, creator of TestGuild and the popular TestTalks podcast.

How to Automate Deep Link Testing on Emulators, Simulators and Real Devices

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Wim Selles explores the steps to automate deep link testing using the Sauce Labs demo app.

Announcing Simple Sauce

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs Solution Architect Josh Grant introduces Simple Sauce—a cross-language open source project that contains several wrappers around Selenium functionality to help connect to Sauce Labs.

Making the Case for Functional Testing and Test Automation

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In this article, Scott Fitzpatrick discusses the meaning of functional testing, the benefits of investing in functional testing and test automation, and the dangers faced when companies fail to invest appropriately in these areas.

How to Get Your Developers to Think Like QA

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Greg Sypolt argues that it's important for developers and QA to come together as ambassadors of our products to improve and move the business forward as a strong unit.

QA’s Role in DevOps Adoption

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Because of the cultural priorities that QA teams naturally embrace, QA engineers, can play a critical role in spurring the adoption of DevOps within an organization.

Building a Strategy for Continuous Testing in Mobile

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Continuous testing, when practiced, involves multiple testing tactics such as beta testing, test automation, and testing in the cloud. Let’s look at these tactics in some detail, and see how they come together to form a continuous testing strategy for mobile.

How To Automate 3D/Force Touch with Appium

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 09:00:00 GMT

In this post, Wim Selles explains how you can use Appium to automate the quick navigation menu on iOS and Android.

How AI Is Changing Test Automation

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Though the shift to automated testing allowed for a huge leap in efficiency and accuracy, AI has the potential to do much more. Swaathi Kakarla reviews the role of AI in software testing.

Are You Ready For Testing on iPhone 11 and iOS 13?

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 09:30:00 GMT

Today is the release date for the iPhone 11 and we’re happy to announce same-day support in the Sauce Labs Real Device Cloud.

How to Speed Up Native Appium iOS Test Execution by Knowing How Appium Works

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 09:00:00 GMT

Wim Selles explains how you can optimize your iOS automation scripts for native apps—and speed up test execution time significantly.

4 New Technologies That Are Changing Software Testing

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT

In this article, Twain Taylor looks at the leading technology trends shaping software testing today and discusses how you can leverage them to stay ahead of the curve.

The Role Quality Plays in Your Service-Level Agreement

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:00:00 GMT

In this article, Greg Sypolt walks you through how to build a service level agreement for software testing. Learn more about service level agreements from Sauce Labs today.

How Much Test Coverage Is Enough?

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 16:00:00 GMT

How many browser/OS combinations do you need to test on before you can feel confident in your application? In other words, how much test coverage is enough? This post answers this questions

Test on Real Devices Faster with Virtual USB

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Introducing Virtual USB, or vUSB, the newest addition to the Sauce Labs Real Device Cloud. Get rid of those devices cluttering your desk and conduct manual or automated testing as if there is a real device connected to your computer via a USB cable.

Four Reasons to Use Headless Testing

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Under the right conditions, headless browser testing is a great way to speed test results while also reducing the infrastructure required to run tests. In this article, we will take a look at four reasons why you might consider using headless testing.

Sauce Tech Talk - How Environment and Feature Management Can Help You Achieve CI/CD and Testing Excellence

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Our new Tech Talk on environment and feature management can help your team take your CI/CD to the next level, and help you achieve blazing fast speeds in CI/CD.

What’s the Next Big Thing in Software Testing? Test Generation!

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Test generation will play an important role in the future of software testing. In this article, Greg Sypolt covers the advantages of auto-generated tests and advises on tools to get you going.

5 Barriers to Automated Testing and How to Overcome Them

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 13:00:00 GMT

One of the most valuable assets to a software development organization is an effective continuous testing strategy. Read the 5 barriers to automated testing here.

Software Testing for Organizations That Have No QA Team

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 13:00:00 GMT

When your company lacks dedicated QA engineers and software testing experts, everyone else who plays a role in software delivery needs to work extra hard to fill the gap. Keep reading for tips on how to do that.

You Can’t Have AIOps Without Automated Testing

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

AIOps is a hot topic. This article goes into detail on how to automate testing for a common type of AIOps application: a chatbot.

Unit Testing Best Practices

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

To get testing right, it's critical to make sure you are doing unit tests correctly. This article covers unit testing best practices to help you do just that.

How Verizon Media Achieved Continuous Delivery and Continuous Testing at Scale

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

This article by Alissa Lydon details how Verizon Media worked with Sauce Labs to achieve continuous delivery at scale.

What Does Kubernetes Mean for Software Testing?

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Guest blogger Theo Despoudis reviews what Kubernetes means for software testing. Specifically, what has changed and what's different in terms of testing workflow.

What DevOps Engineers Should Know About Automated Software Testing

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Demonstrating expertise in skills, such as determining which tests require automation and effective test data analysis can help any DevOps engineer to provide value to the implementation of an automated software testing strategy.

Women in Testing: Abby Bangser

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 13:00:00 GMT

This article includes an interview with Abby Bangser to learn about her experience as a woman in testing. Abby is a key contributor to the community, speaking frequently at industry events, developing educational content and mentoring up-and-coming testers.

Get Real with vUSB

Thu, 30 May 2019 13:00:00 GMT

This blog post covers details about Sauce Labs Virtual USB (vUSB) for Real Devices, which simulates the connection of a real device using a USB cable to your local machine during a live or automated testing session.

5 Tips to Automatically Test Every Time a Build is Submitted by a Developer

Thu, 23 May 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Brandon Getty shares 5 pro-tips to automatically test every time a build is submitted by a developer.

Testing Effectively with Limited Resources

Tue, 07 May 2019 13:00:00 GMT

In this article, Scott Fitzpatrick reviews ways to make software testing more efficient and improve overall resource consumption.

Jest

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Greg Sypolt walks through a handful of reasons why you might consider migrating from another JavaScript test solution to Jest.

When (And When Not) to Use Headless Testing

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT

In this article, Alissa Lydon talks through how headless testing works, when to use it, and how you should look at headless as part of your overall testing strategy.

Overcoming Challenges When Moving Toward Parallel Testing

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Parallel testing can be an extremely effective and efficient way to ensure application quality, but it certainly comes with its own set of challenges.

Sauce Labs and CI/CD – Adding Sauce to Your Pipeline

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 13:00:00 GMT

In this article, Josh Grant discusses how the CI/CD pipeline is a perfect opportunity for developers and testers to collaborate.

New Sauce Labs Node.JS Package

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 09:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs is proud to announce a new major upgrade to our Node.JS API wrapper. Read about the changes and the easiest way to install them.

Tech Talk: The Mobile Test Pyramid

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 13:00:00 GMT

In the most recent installment of Sauce Tech Talks, Senior Solution Architect Wim Selles offers practical advice from the Mobile Testing Pyramid (originally created by Kwo Ding).

Evolving Your Automated Test Suite Over Time

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:00:00 GMT

This article discusses how to decide what to automate, and provides best practices for keeping your automated testing strategy up-to-date as your applications evolve.

What is Your Communication Template for Testing Results?

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:00:00 GMT

In this article, Greg Sypolt looks at strategies for sharing software testing information with all stakeholders via a communication template.

The State of Continuous Testing in DevOps

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 13:00:00 GMT

Scott Fitzpatrick discusses how far have we come in implementing continuous testing, tools and strategies that are available today, and what can we do as DevOps engineers to take greater advantage of continuous testing and test automation.

Software Testing for Docker Containers: What's the Same, What's Different?

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 14:00:00 GMT

Vince Power addresses considerations to take into account if you are performing software testing for a containerized application.

Best Practices for Planning a Test Automation Strategy

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 14:00:00 GMT

In this article, Michael Churchman offers best practices to plan out your test automation strategy. These guidelines will help you clearly understand your testing needs, your resources and constraints, and the resources and services that are available.

Tips for Achieving Continuous Improvement in Software Testing

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:00:00 GMT

In this post, Greg Sypolt recommends changes that you can make to ensure that software testing is more efficient and leads to more accurate, more meaningful results.

Best Practices for Working with Test Data

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 14:00:00 GMT

This article shows you how to analyze test data from different angles, improve your ability to track down issues efficiently and improve the quality of your application.

Using AI/ML and Production Data to Improve Software Testing

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 14:00:00 GMT

In this post, Greg Sypolt offers some tips on how you can use AI or ML in conjunction with production data to drive a smarter type of regression testing to improve system quality.

Front-End Performance Testing: Challenges and How to Solve Them

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 14:00:00 GMT

This article reviews performance testing in depth and discusses ways developers can meet the front-end testing challenge.

Practical Tips for Getting More out of CI/CD Test Automation

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 16:37:00 GMT

This post discusses various strategies for getting more out of automated testing — including but not limited to automating more tests.

Future Advances in Mobile Hardware — and What They Mean for Mobile Testing

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 14:00:00 GMT

To help QA engineers stay on top of what’s coming next in mobile hardware, this post examines some of the latest innovations on the mobile front, and explains what each means for mobile testing.

What Developers Should Know About Software Testing

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:02:00 GMT

For developers, now is a good time to learn software testing to help write tests that assure software quality for your org. This article provides a primer on software testing from a developer’s point of view.

Selenium Tips: Infinite Loops Take Forever

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:30:00 GMT

In Selenium, it's a (semi-)common idiom to loop on an element that you expect to exist in the near future

The What and Why of Headless Testing for Kubernetes

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:00:00 GMT

In this post we explore how Headless testing fits into a Kubernetes-driven CI/CD pipeline. Twain Taylor focuses on how containers and Kubernetes change testing and what you need to change in your testing routine to accommodate containerized applications.

Selenium Tips: Capturing A Larger Screen Area

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 19:56:21 GMT

Capturing screenshots of your tests is one of the most important features you can give to an automation engineer. It's the easiest way to actually understand from a report, why a test failed and how to reproduce it.

Selenium Tips: Better Locators in Selenium

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 22:38:23 GMT

The easiest way to locate elements in Selenium is probably XPATH. Learn how to change selection strategy from XPATH to CSS.

4 Best Practices for Testing Microservices

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 02:00:00 GMT

With micro-releases happening multiple times a day, software testing becomes more granular. Read about the four best practices for testing microservices now.

Selenium Tips: Finding Elements by their Focus Using :focus, a CSS Pseudo-class

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 19:00:00 GMT

This post covers a CSS pseudo-class called focus that allows you to hook to the element that has focus - with working sample code in Ruby.

Selenium Tips: Taking ScreenShots on the Server

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:07:00 GMT

Code is fantastic at checking for pre-determined problems - that a calculated output matches an expected result. It’s also rather bad at checking for unanticipated changes. One way to do this is to take a screen capture, store it, and compare it to the current screen - a pixel-by-pixel compare.

Selenium Tips: Efficiently Removing Cookies

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 23:29:00 GMT

Clear your sessions and cookies for good with this simple selenium command.

Selenium Tips: Working with Multiple Windows

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 20:00:00 GMT

One common Selenium issue is dealing with popup windows. You might also want to create your own new windows to do something in a shared session.

Tools for Becoming a Successful Test Engineer

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:00:00 GMT

The rise of the agile development is shortening the development lifecycle, creating opportunities for test engineers. Find out what it means to be a test engineer and which skills lead to success.

Avoiding Test Script Maintenance Nightmares

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 12:00:00 GMT

Maintaining software test scripts does not need to be a headache. Here are some tips for making the maintenance process faster and less tedious.

The What and Why of Testing in Production

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 13:00:00 GMT

This article explains what production testing means and discusses why production testing is an essential part of an effective application development strategy.

The State of IoT Testing

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT

With revenue from IoT platforms pegged at a mere $3B in 2018, it is set to explode to $65B by 2026. There are plenty of difficult challenges to be solved, and many organizations are jumping on board, seeing the opportunity.

QAOps 101: What QAOps Means and Why It Matters for Software Quality

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT

What is QAOps, what does it have to do with DevOps, and what does QAOps look like in practice? Keep reading for answers to these questions.

Test Automation: Choosing Which and How Many Tests to Automate

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Which tests should be automated, and how many tests should be automated? The answers to these questions rely upon several important factors.

Speed Up Your Tests with Espresso Parallel Testing

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Greg Sypolt discusses how to solve the dilemmas of native mobile app testing by running your Google Espresso tests on every pull request, with faster feedback using emulators.

How I Became an Automation Engineer

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 15:30:00 GMT

Cordny Nederkoorn shares his stories on how he got started on his adventure as a software tester, becoming an automation engineer.

Measuring the Effectiveness of your Testing Strategy

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 15:30:00 GMT

How can an organization be sure that they are effective in their testing operations and strategy? What metrics can assist?

Sauce Labs Recognized as "Developers' Choice For Cross Browser and Mobile Testing in the Cloud" By Independent Research Firm

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs was just recognized as

User Experience Challenges in Mobile Apps

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Take a look at some of the major hard-to-test mobile user experience challenges and how to address them when testing a mobile app.

The Growing Importance of Test Automation Skills in DevOps

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Examine how test automation can assist in delivering quality software in a time-efficient manner, as well as how valuable it can be to the career of any DevOps team member.

Help! I'm a Manual Tester. How Do I Learn to Automate?

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Updating your skills is crucial if you are still stuck in the world of manual testing. Manual testing just doesn’t cut it in many cases anymore. But fret not, manual testers. In this article, we walk through the basics of adding automated testing expertise to your set of skills.

Benefits of Cloud-Based Testing: It's About More than Speed

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 14:37:55 GMT

To gain a full understanding of why you would want to perform cloud testing, let’s take a look at all of the benefits of cloud-based software tests.

Using Canary Release Pipelines to Achieve Continuous Testing

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 01:00:00 GMT

Learn what canary release pipelines mean and how they can help you test in production in order to achieve continuous testing.

Mobile Testing with Carrier Network Connectivity

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 15:01:00 GMT

Carrier Network Connectivity allows private cloud customers to connect one or more of their devices to a carrier network in order to complete testing scenarios.

Headless Browser Testing 101

Thu, 17 May 2018 13:00:00 GMT

This article explains what headless browser testing is and which use cases it support. It also identifies the limitations of headless browser testing, and discusses situations in which you may want to use alternate methods.

7 Reasons Your Testing Strategy Hasn’t Reduced Your Bug Count

Tue, 15 May 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Bugs happen. Completely preventing bugs is not possible. Learn seven common reasons why your testing process may not be as effective at catching bugs as you’d like.

Mobile App Testing for International Markets

Wed, 09 May 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Testing mobile applications effectively as you release them into new international markets is crucial. Learn the role that mobile app testing plays in effective international expansion.

Purposeful Automation: What It Is and Why To Do It

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Purposeful automation may sound like just another buzzword. And maybe it is a buzzword, but it’s one that actually matters. Find out what purposeful automation means, what it doesn’t mean, and why it’s a valuable concept for DevOps teams.

Shift-left vs. Continuous Testing

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

While shift-left is important when making the transition to DevOps, it shouldn't be an end in itself; rather, it should be followed by a shift-right effort. This approach of covering both ends of the spectrum is known as continuous testing.

How To Test Offline Modes of Web Applications on Sauce Labs

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs has released a series of commands that expand on the types of test cases that can be covered, including a tool that exposes Chrome's native network manipulation features, in the form of a WebDriver command, which can test how an app would behave in offline mode.

AppiumConf 2018 Retrospective and Highlights

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 12:43:42 GMT

AppiumConf 2018 was a ton of fun, and held together by a good mix of content and stellar organization. Jonathan Lipps shares some of the highlights from his perspective.

Extended Debugging with Sauce Labs

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Extended Debugging with Sauce Labs provides insight into network requests that can cause automated tests to fail. It also helps to identify application problems before shipping to production.

Continuous Testing for Mobile Devices

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Testing mobile software effectively is more important than ever. Learn what continuous testing means and what it looks like in the context of mobile development.

Biometric Data Challenges in Mobile Software Testing

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Biometric sensors on mobile devices enable powerful functionality for mobile applications. Explore some of the challenges for QA teams that biometric data creates within mobile applications and identify strategies for addressing them through software testing.

Choosing a CI-CD Tool

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 13:00:00 GMT

How do you pick which CI/CD tool to use? There are five things to keep in mind when choosing the right continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) tool for your projects.

Shift-Left Continuous Testing: Eliminating Risk Through Agile Testing Practices

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Learn what shift-left testing means and get tips on how organizations can leverage shift-left continuous testing to improve the speed and quality of their software delivery processes.

Nightwatch.js Makes Software Test Scripts Fun and Easy

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Nightwatch.js makes software test scripts fun and easy. Learn how to develop a set of test scripts quickly and effortlessly using Nightwatch.

The Return of the Browser Wars? Firefox Quantum vs. Chrome

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Is it the return of browser wars? With Chrome improving speed and experience, Firefox Quantum proves a faster engine than ever before.

Appium and the Fallacy of the Zero Sum Game

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

There are a lot of choices when it comes to setting up your mobile testing framework and environment. Appium is built on XCUITest (for iOS)! And there is an Espresso driver in beta, available for anyone to try out right now.

Clearing Mobile Testing Hurdles

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Testing effectively for mobile applications is sometimes easier said than done. Discover the challenges that organizations commonly encounter when working to add mobile testing to their delivery chain.

The Challenges and Benefits of Model-Based Testing

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

Software testing is evolving, and model-based testing is an integral piece of modern test automation. What is model-based testing? Learn about the challenges and advantages of model-based testing.

Why You Need Automated Testing at Any Scale

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 14:00:00 GMT

The ability to scale automated testing is crucial to ensure the quality of your software, shorten development cycles, and bring increased value in the long run.

Key Considerations for Testing Financial Apps

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 13:00:00 GMT

We'll take a look at some of the things you should keep in mind when laying out a strategy for testing financial software.

Testing Applications Thoroughly Without Slowing Software Delivery

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Here are a few tactics including parallel testing and automated testing that are helpful for achieving software quality without slowing software delivery.

Cultural Changes to Enable Better Testing and Automation

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 17:00:00 GMT

DevOps is all about culture, and It takes a robust QA practice and a change of culture to be able to sustain a DevOps transformation.

Functional Testing for Container-Based Applications

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 14:00:00 GMT

A new trend that is reshaping application testing is the rise of containers and microservices. Explore its impact on functional testing strategy and execution.

Building an Agile Process Playbook for Software Testing

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 19:00:00 GMT

It is important to create an agile playbook for software testing, otherwise software quality will suffer. Here are steps to develop such a playbook.

4 Reasons Why Open Source Testing Is the Best Foundation for Software Quality

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT

Let’s look at 4 reasons why these tools stand out from the crowd of other open source tools and why they are the best foundation for your software testing.

The Testing Buffet: Or, Why You Need Multiple Testing Framework Options

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:00:00 GMT

Having multiple testing frameworks at your disposal is essential for performing effective software testing and quality assurance. Why? This post explains.

From Shift Left Testing to Shift Left Security: The Pursuit of Quality

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Shift left is taking a process normally done later to an earlier point. Learn how to shift left security by borrowing principles from shift left testing.

Open Standards Don't Mean Standardized Browsers

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Learn how you can optimize your cross-browser testing regime while still maintaining your level of compatibility, despite variations in open standards compliance.

Understand Test Failures and Flakes with Extended Debugging

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 21:09:00 GMT

Extended Debugging provides additional information to help users debug the Selenium tests they run on the Sauce Labs platform.

Architecting for CI-CD

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Being effective with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery requires a significant change to how features are built into a system’s architecture.

Testing A Hybrid Mobile App Using Appium

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

In this post, Swaathi Kakarla provides an Appium example of testing a hybrid mobile app built with React using the py.test framework.

Devising a Testing Strategy for Containers

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Containers help you deploy apps faster and integrate better. But containers only work well if you have an effective testing strategy in place.

Need to Test Your App on iOS 11?

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs announced on September 19th the availability of iOS 11 on the Real Device Cloud. Start testing your app on iOS 11 today.

The Top 5 Android UI Frameworks for Automated Testing

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Choosing a testing framework for Android can be challenging. Here is a guide for evaluating various automated Android UI testing tools.

Foxdriver: A Node.js Remote Debugging Client

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Foxdriver is a Node.js remote debugging client for Firefox that can boot a fresh Firefox instance or attach themselves to an already-running instance.

How To Make Sure Your App Ensures User Retention

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Quality is the ultimate goal. Good quality and positive reviews in the app store come with many benefits, including user retention and higher revenues.

AI Test Automation: The AI Test Bots Are Coming

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 13:00:00 GMT

This article highlights why AI testing is so important, explains how AI bots can be used in automated testing, and discusses some of the challenges that we still need to solve in order to make the most of AI testing.

A Screenshot Is Worth 1,000 Lines of Log Data

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Screenshots accurately convey information about software defects in an unbiased way, they provide additional info. that might not otherwise be available.

The Value of Your QA Department

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Quality Assurance has evolved into so much more than just a testing role. It supports all of the other departments involved in creating and developing the product.

Organizational Best Practices for Testing Success

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Chris Riley summarizes the results of interviews with 30+ companies, highlighting aspects of organizations that are all stars in testing.

You Can't Do CI/CD Without Automated Testing

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Christopher Tozzi explains just how important automated testing is for a CI/CD workflow and discuss examples of release automation toolchains that incorporate automated testing effectively.

Testing in Continuous Delivery: Shift Left

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

How does a shift left approach fit for testers in agile teams? Lets consider every phase of our simplified development process from a tester’s perspective.

To Develop, Or Not Develop

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Melissa Eaden, Tester at ThoughtWorks, explains why testing and being a tester is something she is passionate about.

Automation Program Management, Product Owners, and Why You Need Them

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Ashley Hunsberger discusses a position that she never had on her automation projects. That role is the product owner, which leads to automation program management.

Five XCUITest Best Practices

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

XCUITest includes the basic features needed to perform UI tests. We'll take a look at best practices and share how to incorporate them into your test regime.

JIRA Cloud And BambooHR Integration

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 13:00:00 GMT

We are happy to announce the availability of our own JIRA Cloud and BambooHR integration as an open source project.

What Is Accessibility Testing? An Introduction To Accessibility Testing

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Accessibility testing is key to making your platform usable for everyone. Explore strategies and best practices for thorough and effective accessibility testing.

A Comprehensive Approach to Mobile Application Testing

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Real devices and emulators/simulators are both important when it comes to developing a comprehensive mobile app testing strategy.

Why Automated Testing is Critical to Your Mobile Applications

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Let’s look at what automated testing of mobile applications entails, and talk about what steps you can take to bootstrap your automated testing strategy.

3 Things to Consider as You Adopt a Mobile Regression Testing Plan

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Although mobile regression testing can be a challenge, the risks of flaky software can be reduced by ensuring you have the right strategy in place.

Achieving Continuous Integration (CI) Excellence through Test Automation

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Greg Sypolt examines CI excellence by dividing it into three tiers: the practices, how to do it, and the new test automation experience.

Emulators are Great, But Real-Device Testing Is Still Essential

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 11:00:00 GMT

Brena Monteiro explains situations where testing with a real device is a better approach than testing with an emulator.

Should I Use a Public or a Private Mobile Cloud?

Tue, 30 May 2017 11:00:00 GMT

Deciding which type of virtual service - public or private cloud - to use depends on certain criteria. Here are some scenarios to help make a decision.

Risky Business: Taking a Risk-Based Approach to Software Testing

Tue, 23 May 2017 16:00:00 GMT

Things Robotium Can Do that Selendroid Can’t

Tue, 16 May 2017 16:00:00 GMT

Robotium & Selendroid are both strong testing solutions for mobile apps. Learn what Robotium can do that Selendroid can’t when it comes to mobile testing.

Don't Leave QA Out of DevOps!

Tue, 09 May 2017 16:00:00 GMT

The term DevOps leaves one key component of software delivery out of the mix: Quality Assurance. It is an essential part of DevOps.

The Sauce Labs Slack Integration

Thu, 04 May 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Simplify Collaboration with Sauce and Slack

Manual Testing on Mobile Devices

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Manual tests still have an important role to play, even for organizations that successfully automate most of their tasks.

"Fail, and Fail Often": A Customer's Tips for Successful Testing

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Security and Cloud Based Testing

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT

What do you need to know about security and cloud-based testing? What should you worry about, and what can you do about it?

Getting Started With Visual Regression Testing Using Intern and Sauce Labs

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Intern is a modern, flexible, open source JavaScript testing stack from SitePen and the JS Foundation for tests authored in JavaScript, ES6+, or TypeScript. Here we will focus on visual regression testing with Intern while leveraging Sauce Labs.

Discovering Security Vulnerabilities with Selenium

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Greg Sypolt explains where Selenium fits into finding security vulnerabilities and how to do this within the framework of eliminating OWASP vulnerabilities from web applications.

Move Over, Selenium 2: Why It’s Time to Upgrade to Selenium 3

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Take some time to explore all the new features, review known issues, and what is on the roadmap for Selenium 3.

Why You Should Abandon Traditional Mobile QA Methodology

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 08:00:00 GMT

Along with new development methods, mobile testing and QA practices have also changed in the last few years, leaning towards continuous integration and continuous delivery. This is pushing companies to abandon their traditional testing approach, moving towards adopting a more agile process to accelerate the products’ time to market.

New! Appium Desktop

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 13:00:00 GMT

Appium Desktop is a graphical frontend for running an Appium server and starting sessions to inspect your applications.

Mobile Apps and Continuous Delivery

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 14:00:00 GMT

In this post, we’ll take a look at the special considerations you should keep in mind when you are doing continuous delivery for mobile.

QA is Not Enough: You Need to Engineer Productivity

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Until recently, I had yet to see a shift that was truly impactful to me. Now, my team is no longer conceived as a QA team, but rather as an Engineering Productivity (EP) team. The shift was about more than just a change in titles.

Mobile Application Security Testing

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Mobile application security testing can help ensure there aren’t any loopholes in the software that may cause data loss.

New Relic Synthetics Monitoring Using Selenium

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMT

New Relic Synthetics Monitoring collects various data points from load times, load size, failures, https status codes, downtimes, and more when running Selenium on your web application.

Mock Frameworks vs. Microsoft Fakes

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Should you mock it or fake it? Learn more about the benefits of Microsoft Fakes and when Fakes may or may not be your best choice for testing.

Polymer Web Component Unit Testing

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMT

The Polymer team has created a testing framework called Web Component Tester (WCT), which wraps around Mocha, Chai, Sinon, Selenium and more.

Ten Reasons to Move to Cloud-based Testing

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 14:00:00 GMT

There are real advantages to moving your dev/test efforts to the cloud, regardless of your application deployment or the size of your organization.

Using Test-Kitchen for Local Testing

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Test Kitchen is used mainly for integration testing for your Chef Cookbooks, but it can also be used to isolate application bugs in a local environment.

Mobile Testing Best Practices: Communication

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Visual Testing With Applitools and Sauce Labs

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 14:00:00 GMT

Applitools is enabling teams to validate user interface (UI) components by creating automated tests with visual checkpoints through testing frameworks like Selenium, Appium, Espresso, and more.

Integration Testing Chef Cookbooks With Serverspec

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Writing a server integration test using the Serverspec testing framework to verify your server configuration helps to ensure the consistency and dependability of Chef code as it is being developed.

11 Tips to Write Better Code

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 10:00:00 GMT

To write better code means mainly to understand the code and keep it consistent. These tips will help you be a better programmer.

How To Curate Your Test Suite

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Your software test suite should be formulated, organized, and managed based on the unique character of your application, and on the conditions of its deployment and operation.

Don’t Be the Grinch! Or Cross-Browser Compatibility Problems and How to Avoid Them

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 14:00:00 GMT

The benefits of automating testing of your site is that you not only have access to test across multiple browsers and operating systems, but you can also test all of these combinations simultaneously.

5 Aspects to Consider When Testing Mobile Apps

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 10:00:00 GMT

The 5 aspects are operations, functionality, structure, platform, and data security. Each and every one of them is a different angle to look at apps.

Functional Testing And The IoT

Sat, 10 Dec 2016 02:00:00 GMT

Functional testing for the Internet of Things (IoT) devices will differ from product to product, especially as the IoT grows.

Sauce Labs Acquires TestObject

Thu, 08 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Sauce Labs makes its first acquisition and acquires TestObject to expand mobile testing capabilities with their advanced real device platform.

Introduction to Usability Testing

Mon, 05 Dec 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Usability testing is a great way to show you how your application is going to be used.

Teach Automated Testing With More Show and Less Tell

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Demonstrate the value of automated testing by using real-world tests to solve real problems.

Unit Testing Chef Cookbooks with ChefSpec

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 13:00:00 GMT

ChefSpec reads easier than other unit testing frameworks and provides fast feedback on cookbook changes without the need for a virtual machine or cloud machine.

The Case for End-To-End Testing in the Age of DevOps

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 13:00:00 GMT

End-to-end testing is crucial for effective DevOps. Learn why and the benefits.

Native, Web and Hybrid Apps – Building and Testing

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 10:00:00 GMT

Pounds (and Dollars) of Prevention ... Cross Browser & Load Testing Before The Holiday Shopping Season

Thu, 10 Nov 2016 14:00:00 GMT

Cross browser and load testing can be run and analyzed quickly and easily, so you still have time to discover bugs, errors and bottlenecks, and fix them in time for Black Friday (and Cyber Monday!)

Top 5 Mistakes That Can Sabotage a Successful Test Automation Project

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 10:00:00 GMT

Test automation shares many common characteristics with software development projects in general, but presents some unique challenges.

Tools for QA and Automated Testing

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 13:00:00 GMT

The automation of quality assurance (QA) and testing adds a lot of value and efficiency to your workflow. Here's a list of 7 tools to help with QA and testing.

Dealing With Test Log Data

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 10:00:00 GMT

Test logs. What are they good for? What can you do with them? What should you do with them? These aren't always easy questions to answer, but in this post, we'll take a look at what's possible and what's advisable when it comes to testing log data.

New Support for iOS 10 Simulator Testing and More Real Devices

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 10:03:00 GMT

iOS 10 is available on our simulators and we've released new iOS and Android devices.

Mobile App Testing: A Brave New World

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Mobile testing is different in all sorts of ways. You need to test for different things, and there is usually a wider range of devices to support when it comes to mobile.

Appium Tips & Tricks

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMT

As part of my work giving conference talks about Appium and providing onsite training for organizations, I often encounter creative solutions to common problems people have with Appium. I thought I'd share some of those with you in this blog post. One of the most common questions I get from teams is about how to have one set of tests for both their iOS and Android applications. It's not always possible to share tests between your applications, but if you’d like to give it a try here's my advice.

How to Optimize Your Mobile Testing Process

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Testing your mobile app comprehensively is not always easy. By optimizing your mobile testing process and choosing the right testing approach you can shorten your release cycles and increase your app’s quality.

6 Mistakes to Avoid as A Mobile App Tester

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 09:00:00 GMT

The best way to learn is to learn from your own mistakes. Find out what the most common mobile testing mistakes are and be a better mobile app tester!

A Deep Dive Into Continuous Integration Using Jenkins Pipeline

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 22:00:00 GMT

Take a deep dive into continuous integration using Jenkins pipeline-pen-source continuous integration (CI) tool that helps orchestrate the development processes with automation.

Avoiding the UI: Why and How to Run Tests With Scripts

Tue, 04 Oct 2016 10:00:00 GMT

There's no doubt about it: a user interface (whether it's graphic or text-only) can be very nice, at least when you need to make decisions in real time or enter data on the spot. But when you know exactly what you're going to do and how you're going to perform each step, and you have a set of tasks that you're likely to perform more than once or twice, any kind of user interface can slow you down, get in the way, and eventually become a maddening, time-wasting annoyance.

Optimize Your Time to Market Process to Release Updates Faster

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Are you looking for a way to accelerate your time to market process? Are you struggling with long periods between mobile app releases? Here is your answer!

Software Testing Tools for Your QA Team

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 10:00:00 GMT

With so many tools and testing frameworks out there - from Selenium and Protractor to Espresso and Xcode - how do you choose which are best? How should your toolset vary depending on whether you do desktop testing, mobile testing, or both? And how do you make the most of software testing tools?

Team Building and Quality Assurance

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 10:00:00 GMT

Team building is an essential part of an effective QA operation. Your testing strategy and execution are only as strong as the people who design and conduct them.

3 Step Guide On Parallel Testing on Multiple Mobile Devices

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Are you running the same test manually over and over again on different mobile devices? Then stop right there and with these 3 easy steps!

Making Your App Testable

Fri, 16 Sep 2016 11:00:00 GMT

When writing test automation, one of the most important factors for determining the amount of time and resources you will consume is the testability of your application.

Cross-Platform Android and iOS Automation Testing with Appium

Fri, 16 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Did you know that Appium allows you to write a single test script and execute it cross-platform on both Android and iOS for automation testing?

Effectively Managing Appium-Based Test Automation Projects

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Managing development projects is always a challenge, but how are test automation projects different, what are the things to keep in mind?

How Often Should You Parallel Test?

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 17:30:00 GMT

The Cost of a Reject

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Have you ever considered the cost of a reject? Do you have visibility into how much rejected stories and bugs are affecting your Scrum team’s capacity in terms of time?

How to Choose between Mobile Testing Solutions

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Starting 2007 there was a need for mobile testing solutions - now there are many of those, but how to choose the most suitable for your requirements?

How to Avoid Thread.Sleep in Test Automation

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 13:30:00 GMT

Thread.Sleep(n) means blocking the current thread for the number of time slices that occur within “n” milliseconds.

Building a Test Automation Strategy

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 14:30:00 GMT

When building a strategy, you have to address how the environment works, how the tests are run, how the test suite is maintained, the process of running tests, the design patterns of the test scripts, and more.

Options for Validating HTTP Codes in Selenium

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:00:00 GMT

If you don’t want to invest the time configuring a proxy, consider setting up WebDriver to handle headless testers like HTMLUnitDriver, Jasmine or PhantomJS.HTMLUnitDriver is well-supported in Selenium.

10 Interview Questions to Hire a Mobile QA Manager

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT

If you develop mobile apps you will need to hire a QA manager at some point. They will help you manage the test cases, improve and structure your test process and ultimately grow your business. Here are 10 questions you should ask candidates during your job interview

What are Mobile App Testing Challenges?

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Mobile app testing is more complex than testing traditional desktop and web applications. We have gathered here the main mobile app testing challenges.

Getting Buy-In For Test Automation

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Let's answer questions asked during the webinar to give some insight on how to approach buy-in.

Recap: Moving From a Selenium Grid to the Cloud - A Real Life Story (Webinar)

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 20:49:12 GMT

During her presentation, Anshul discussed how Emmi Solutions made the move from testing on an in-house Selenium Grid to the Cloud, while also expanding test coverage and moving toward a full continuous integration workflow.

What Is Mobile Application Testing?

Thu, 11 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT

How does the user choose the app to install? App quality is the key to any app’s success and it can only be achieved through mobile application testing.

10 Tools Every Mobile Tester Should Know

Thu, 04 Aug 2016 09:00:00 GMT

There are so many mobile testing tools out there to choose from. Here are 10 tools that every mobile tester should know to make their life easier.

Environment-Agnostic Testing and Test Data Management for End-to-End Test Stability

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT

In the Design Patterns for Scalable Test Automation webinar we discussed the importance of adapting proper patterns for the scaling and maintaining of E-E tests.

JUnit Testing: Getting Started and Getting the Most Out of It

Tue, 26 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Here's a look at what you should be doing to use JUnit to maximal effect.

How Does PhantomJS Fit Into Your Cloud Testing Strategy?

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT

PhantomJS suitable for local development, version control pre-commit hooks testing, and as part of your continuous integration pipeline testing.

How to Start with Agile Development

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Everybody is talking about agile development but not many companies have implemented it successfully. Here is how to help your company become agile!

Quality Assurance and Software Testing: A Brief History

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Quality assurance as a whole has a history that stretches back much further than World War II.

Testing for IoT Development

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:00:00 GMT

For now, software developed specifically for IoT testing remains limited. Most existing testing tools were created long before IoT became a part of the mainstream conversation.

Headless Browser Testing with CasperJS

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 21:00:00 GMT

Let’s take a closer look at CasperJS (headless browser testing framework) and how we can add another testing layer to our delivery chain.

Kickstart Your Automation Efforts

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 21:00:00 GMT

Gaining traction on your new automation efforts can be a challenge, especially when your team is new to the art.

Mobile Testing Cheat Sheet

Sun, 26 Jun 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Organising tests and results and building templates takes up too much time? We have created a free downloadable mobile testing cheat sheet for you!

Catching Bugs Too Late

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 21:00:00 GMT

Finding bugs late is too costly if you aren’t yet to the point of being able to prevent them (implementing BDD). Ensure you can find them early.

Q & A : Design Patterns for Scalable Test Automation

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 21:00:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone who joined the webinar given by Sahas Subramanian, “Design Patterns for Scalable Test Automation with Selenium and WebdriverIO”.

Patterns and Coding Practices for Stable End-to-End GUI Tests

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:00:00 GMT

Write test code like you’re developing an app, not letting your developers run your tests.

7 Golden Rules for Manual Mobile Testing

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 09:00:00 GMT

We researched and put together an ultimate checklist that will help you structure your tests and make your manual mobile testing nearly infallible.

Accelerate Multi-browser Testing Using Sauce Labs and Webdriver.io

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:45:26 GMT

Webdriver.io is a relatively new cool kid on the block. It has enough to differentiate itself and helps us to focus on creating reliable GUI tests

Recap: Dave Haeffner's Practical Tips and Tricks for Selenium Test Automation (Webinar)

Thu, 26 May 2016 16:00:04 GMT

Thanks to everyone who signed up for our recent webinar,

Two Approaches to Test Automation Architectures

Mon, 23 May 2016 22:00:22 GMT

Security and Testing

Thu, 19 May 2016 21:00:45 GMT

Is your test environment secure? Do you know who has access to your test data, your source code, your design specifications?

The Benefits of Mobile Cloud Testing

Tue, 17 May 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Buying hundreds of devices is not only expensive but also creates more potential issues. The solution is mobile cloud testing!

Capture Network Traffic with Automation Scripts

Thu, 12 May 2016 19:00:41 GMT

Help Wanted - The Pivotal Role QA Can Play in Leading the DevOps Charge

Mon, 09 May 2016 18:30:05 GMT

If you are an existing development shop, making the move to DevOps won’t be easy. However, there is a trick in your back pocket, and that is your QA team.

JIRA is Just a Click Away with Our New Plugin

Tue, 03 May 2016 18:59:16 GMT

Agile Development to Thrive with Mobile Test Automation

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 09:00:00 GMT

Why are companies are adopting agile development, what challenges are there when testing mobile apps and how mobile test automation can help.

Mobile vs. Web: Which is Harder to Test?

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 17:00:46 GMT

There are significant differences between testing mobile vs. web, and yes, one is MUCH harder than the other.

Test Faster and Smarter by Testing in Production

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 23:00:56 GMT

15 Reasons to Start Testing in Appium Framework

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Here are 15 reasons why testing in the Appium framework is so easy and why you should start.

Copy 1 of 15 Reasons to Start Testing in Appium Framework

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Waiting for Green

Tue, 12 Apr 2016 20:00:54 GMT

Announcing Sauce Connect Launcher

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 19:38:08 GMT

Sauce Connect is a secure tunnel which lets users run tests against applications behind the firewall or on localhost.

Get Started with Protractor Testing for AngularJS

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 18:00:17 GMT

Following this guide, you’ll understand how to build a firm foundation and learn fundamental Protractor testing for AngularJS applications.

Fragile Automation

Mon, 28 Mar 2016 17:00:55 GMT

Automation provides a ton of benefits. But in order to make sure those benefits are realized over a long period of time, some planning is required.

3 Simple Strategies to Get Started With Automation

Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:00:04 GMT

Recap: How To Use Selenium Successfully (Java Edition) [Webinar]

Fri, 26 Feb 2016 21:44:07 GMT

Dave steps through the why, how, and what of Selenium (the open-source automated web-testing tool for functional testing).

Reverse Engineering App Strategies

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 21:30:04 GMT

As a technologist, it is in your best interest to dig deeper and interpret the clues that are readily available about the development culture you wish to join.

Women In QA

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 21:00:27 GMT

Here is a short list of women in QA to keep up with to stay current in our changing world.

Measuring Mobile App Quality

Thu, 18 Feb 2016 20:00:59 GMT

Look at other tools to see how your product is trending to know if your team is producing a quality app.

Selenium Design Patterns

Thu, 11 Feb 2016 19:00:56 GMT

Design patterns are important for Selenium development because it can speed up development and reduce the maintenance impact.

Announcing New REST API Rate Limits

Thu, 04 Feb 2016 04:37:58 GMT

Sauce Labs is introducing a new rate limiting on our REST endpoints in order to ensure a great experience for all of our customers.

Paired Testing: Two Is Better Than One

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:00:08 GMT

I’ve personally found paired testing to foster creativity, maintain focus, provide a new way to teach others, and help release better software in general.

Mobile App or Mobile-Friendly Website?

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:00:00 GMT

What is the best way to make your business visible in today's mobile world? We';ll show you pros and cons of both apps and mobile-friendly websites!

Changing Development Culture to Become Quality Focused

Mon, 25 Jan 2016 23:00:09 GMT

Learn how a team can change it's development culture to one that is quality focused for the entire team.

Consider Your Application’s Home: Designing for Resiliency

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 21:30:50 GMT

Partnering a maintenance mindset with a new approach helps avoid creating more technical debt from the outset.

A Functional Tester Looks at Performance

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:30:56 GMT

How Smartphones and Mobile Internet Have Changed Our Lives

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 14:00:00 GMT

Nearly 20 years ago we started using the word smartphone and now we can't live without it. Are smartphones becoming our new best friends?

Planning Quality Architecture for 2020

Mon, 11 Jan 2016 21:00:02 GMT

A few words come to mind when thinking about quality architecture — automation, scalability, recoverability, and analytics.

Re-Energize Your QA Career With Automation and DevOps

Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:00:42 GMT

Everyone with the QA title needs to continuously build on their skill set, just like a developer.

The Importance of a Triage Team

Wed, 30 Dec 2015 19:00:10 GMT

The purpose of the triage team is to review bugs as they come in.

Balancing Documentation With Speed

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 20:30:21 GMT

Drinking from the Firehose (Priming the Scrum Team and Pipeline)

Mon, 21 Dec 2015 21:00:38 GMT

Free (and Almost Free) Training for QA Engineers

Thu, 17 Dec 2015 20:30:12 GMT

Do you have a manual QA team that needs training to become automation QA engineers, but you don't have the budget? We've compiled a list of QA training tools.

Recapping DevOps East - Opportunistic QA

Tue, 15 Dec 2015 20:00:34 GMT

DevOps East is part of a mix of events put on by TechWell. It combines the Agile Development Conference, DevOps East, and the Better Software Conference into one larger event.

The Art of Distraction (and How More Stories Doesn’t Mean Better)

Thu, 10 Dec 2015 20:15:50 GMT

Let’s move away from the idea that a lot in progress is progress. Get one story done, then another. Stay focused!

Review of Visual vs. Functional Testing with pDiff and Applitools

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 21:30:58 GMT

Learn more about the differences between visual testing to catch visual bugs and functional testing to cover all workflows.

The (Quality) Road Ahead

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 20:00:28 GMT

Important things to help us build in quality on our path to Continuous Delivery.

An Interview With QA Managers

Mon, 23 Nov 2015 21:45:26 GMT

Merging Business Process With Continuous Delivery

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:30:13 GMT

Let’s take a look at some ways teams may be struggling, and how they can adapt to turn the tide and get to Continuous Delivery.

Developing Consistency

Mon, 16 Nov 2015 22:00:01 GMT

Have your continuous integration server call the same unit and browser tests before pushing builds to production to streamline the development process and allow the team to focus on delivering code.

The Importance of Mobile Testing

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 23:00:49 GMT

Using Metrics to Discover Testing Holes

Tue, 10 Nov 2015 22:00:45 GMT

Tracking bug metrics can bring testing holes to light.

Evangelizing Quality

Fri, 06 Nov 2015 21:00:14 GMT

Write. Email. Talk to someone you trust. Talk to someone else to get his or her ideas. Blog what you’re thinking about. Things change. Ideas change.

Boo! Your Scariest Testing Nightmares

Thu, 29 Oct 2015 21:00:01 GMT

What to Test When Testing a Mobile App

Thu, 29 Oct 2015 09:00:00 GMT

Mobile app testing done right is the answer to keep users happy, but what are the right tests to run in the development and QA process?

Team Capacity Planning

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 21:00:05 GMT

What Does Quality Strategy Mean?

Mon, 26 Oct 2015 20:00:26 GMT

Quality strategy is a set of quality activities that will be carried out with every sprint and release cycle, and everyone approves.

Assessing Risk for a QA Mobile Project

Thu, 22 Oct 2015 18:23:27 GMT

Risks are evaluated differently by different people, and one person cannot identify all of the risks. So, how does risk identification happen?

Testing From A Different Point Of View

Mon, 19 Oct 2015 19:00:40 GMT

The bug bash brings not only your testers to the table, but also people that may not have any testing background - developers, project managers, product owners, support… the list could go on.

Top 10 Resources for Test Automation Newbies

Thu, 15 Oct 2015 17:00:27 GMT

This post includes some essential resources for test automation newbies

Using BDD To Automate Testing Of Single Page Apps (SPA) In Clinical Trials

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 17:00:39 GMT

We write tests in behave / behaving, a BDD (Behaviour Driven Development) technique and web application testing framework with a Gherkin-based language that is backed up by Python code.

Cattle, Not Pets - Use Automation Software To Provision Your Servers

Tue, 06 Oct 2015 19:30:29 GMT

Automation software like Chef can help with the provisioning and automated setup of new cattle in a consistent way.

An Open Letter to Developers

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 18:00:41 GMT

Advanced Locator Strategies

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 19:00:58 GMT

Appium implements a number of locator strategies that are specific to different mobile devices. Learn about the three available for both Android and iOS.

What is your definition of "Done"?

Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:00:04 GMT

This post explains what the definition of done is for a daily standup or scrum team

Another Acronym - MVP vs. MFP

Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:00:42 GMT

Automated Mobile Testing with Real Devices

Tue, 08 Sep 2015 19:50:19 GMT

Can You Test it All? Test Coverage vs. Resources

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 21:00:11 GMT

Getting the Existing Team On Board with Automation (Scripts)

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 21:00:19 GMT

Continuous Integration - The Heart of DevOps

Wed, 26 Aug 2015 17:00:00 GMT

CD steals the show in DevOps conversations, but Delivery and Deployment are not for every organization. Let's discuss how CI can be the right fit.

Building Applications for Quality

Thu, 20 Aug 2015 21:00:11 GMT

[WEBINAR] Making the Transition from Manual to Automated Testing

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 21:00:12 GMT

In this webinar we will discuss the key differences between manual and automated testing and provide tips to help you prepare for the transition.

Appium + Sauce Labs Bootcamp: Chapter 4, Advanced Desired Capabilities

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 19:59:50 GMT

Appium, by and large, supports the desired capabilities you’re familiar with from Selenium.

Reducing Regression Execution Times

Thu, 13 Aug 2015 19:00:38 GMT

Why Manual Testing Helps Your Release

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 19:00:41 GMT

Let's take a look at some of the things you may want to do that automation can't, and how manual evaluation helps us deliver the right product.

[Webinar] Measuring Your Way to Successful Automation

Fri, 07 Aug 2015 23:00:51 GMT

In this Webinar, Rajeev Rai, the CEO of QASource, will discuss metrics that helped him overcome challenges to drive automation success.

Recap: Simplify CI with the Updated Jenkins Sauce OnDemand Plugin (Webinar)

Thu, 06 Aug 2015 04:32:46 GMT

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our recent webinar,

[Webinar] Managing Continuous Delivery of Mobile Apps - for the Enterprise

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 19:59:03 GMT

Using QA to Enhance Communication

Tue, 21 Jul 2015 20:00:54 GMT

Who can help your team get back on track? Believe it or not, your answer is the tester.

Don't Let Them Leapfrog You

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 20:00:45 GMT

The longer you take to embrace DevOps (and continuous delivery), the more your competition has a chance to move in.

An Efficient Release Made is a Penny Earned

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 20:00:07 GMT

By following some of these suggested guidelines, reducing the number of meetings, and working smarter, your company will start to see real ROI.

Top 10 Benefits of Automated Testing

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 09:00:00 GMT

If you are not sure if you should start using automation, read about the benefits of automated testing in this article and happy testing!

[Webinar] What DevOps Is - and Why You Should Care

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 01:04:37 GMT

DevOps Analyst Chris Riley shares the meaning and history of DevOps, his perspective on the movement, and his ideas about its future.

Appium + Sauce Labs Bootcamp: Chapter 3, Working with Hybrid Apps and Mobile Web

Mon, 06 Jul 2015 17:00:04 GMT

It worked on my machine - Communication Trap

Wed, 01 Jul 2015 20:00:08 GMT

Recap: Test Automation Newbie? Robot Framework Will Save the Day! [Webinar]

Sat, 27 Jun 2015 00:11:49 GMT

Immutable Infrastructure

Tue, 23 Jun 2015 20:00:38 GMT

An immutable infrastructure is made up of immutable components that are replaced at every build and deployment, with changes made only by modifying a versioned definition, rather than being updated in place.

[Webinar] Test Automation Newbie? Robot Framework Will Save the Day!

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 17:00:26 GMT

Appium + Sauce Labs Bootcamp: Chapter 2, Touch Actions

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 18:00:31 GMT

One aspect of mobile devices that needs to be automated in order to fully test applications, whether native, hybrid, or web, is utilizing gestures to interact with elements.

How To Test Responsive Web Apps with Selenium

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 16:00:13 GMT

When testing a web application with a responsive layout you'll want to verify that it renders the page correctly in the common resolutions your users use. But how do you do it?

Test Automation KPIs

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 23:00:53 GMT

Appium + Sauce Labs Bootcamp: Chapter 1, Language Bindings

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 17:00:19 GMT

An overview of Appium and its commands, demonstrated with detailed examples of the Java and Python language bindings.

Leverage Your QA Team Upfront

Fri, 15 May 2015 19:24:42 GMT

How can you leverage your QA team to improve your pipeline to delivery? There are many ways that you can do this, but let’s look at using defect prevention and analysis to test wisely and improve your pipeline.

Not Just Faster Releases; Better Understanding

Thu, 07 May 2015 21:11:45 GMT

Q&A: Reducing False Positives in Automated Testing

Tue, 05 May 2015 19:12:06 GMT

Translating Web App Functional Testing To Mobile

Mon, 27 Apr 2015 23:20:57 GMT

Guest Post: All About Mobile Continuous Integration

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:34:30 GMT

Tools have evolved a lot and mobile dev teams get a lot of value and goodness from having a solid CI system in place.

Guest Post: Functional Testing in 2016 - Forecast

Wed, 15 Apr 2015 23:09:03 GMT

Guest Post: What Automated Testing Really Provides

Thu, 09 Apr 2015 19:04:36 GMT

Speed up Selenium with Application Mocks

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 19:05:57 GMT

Applitools Recognizes 16 Influencers + Thought Leaders in Test Automation

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 00:09:19 GMT

Applitools recognizes 16 influencers and thought leaders in test automation.

Practical Tips + Tricks for Selenium Test Automation [WEBINAR]

Wed, 01 Apr 2015 19:05:11 GMT

Jason Huggins: Fixing HealthCare.gov, One Test at a Time [MEETUP]

Tue, 24 Mar 2015 19:00:22 GMT

Jason will share some of his stories from the HealthCare.gov turnaround and the “HealthCare 2.0” effort in mid-2014.

Decreasing False Positives in Automated Testing [WEBINAR]

Tue, 17 Mar 2015 19:00:13 GMT

Anand Ramakrishnan of QASource will walk you through what false positives are and provide key strategies to reduce or eliminate them.

Repost: Angular + Protractor + Sauce Connect, Launched From Gulp, All Behind A Corporate Firewall!

Tue, 10 Mar 2015 01:09:49 GMT

How To Add Visual Testing To Existing Selenium Tests

Thu, 26 Feb 2015 20:00:00 GMT

You can rest easy knowing that you can build automated visual testing checks into your existing Selenium tests.

Sauce Labs Appoints Technology Veteran Charles Ramsey as Company's First Chief Revenue Officer

Wed, 25 Feb 2015 01:00:03 GMT

Sauce Labs, Inc., the leading cloud-based web and mobile application testing platform, today announced that it has appointed Charles Ramsey as the company's first Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

Continuous Testing In Practice

Thu, 12 Feb 2015 21:28:55 GMT

Stop Being A Language Snob: Debunking The 'But Our Application Is Written In X' Myth [Guest Post]

Fri, 06 Feb 2015 21:00:13 GMT

Sauce Labs Secures $15 Million For Geographic And Infrastructure Expansion

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 20:30:51 GMT

Sauce Labs, Inc., the leading cloud-based web and mobile application testing platform, today announced it has secured an additional $15 million in Series D expansion funding from current investor, Toba Capital.

Don't Miss This Appium Workshop At Mobile+Web DevCon On February 3 [Click For Discount Code]

Mon, 19 Jan 2015 21:00:57 GMT

Join Isaac Murchie of Sauce Labs for a 3-hour Appium workshop before the main event on February 3 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.

Cross-Browser Layout Testing With Galen Framework And Sauce Labs

Thu, 08 Jan 2015 21:00:03 GMT

7 Tips For Maximizing Your Sauce Experience

Tue, 06 Jan 2015 21:00:58 GMT

Application Security Testing Gets Tasty With Sauce Labs And Rapid7

Mon, 15 Dec 2014 21:00:55 GMT

Mobile Testing Talk: What's New With Appium [WEBINAR]

Thu, 11 Dec 2014 03:49:28 GMT

Sauce Connect Gets a Speed Boost & WebSocket Support

Thu, 20 Nov 2014 06:59:54 GMT

Sauce Connect was designed with security as priority one. But given this technology's critical position in your testing process we know that performance and utility are important, too. For that reason we have made two major improvements to Sauce Connect tunnels.

Test Automation Link Round-Up

Thu, 13 Nov 2014 21:00:35 GMT

Here's a quick round-up of some pieces on automated testing, Appium and other mobile test tools, and Sauce Labs.

How Yahoo! Mail Transformed Its Functional Testing + Continuous Delivery Process [Q&A]

Wed, 12 Nov 2014 21:00:19 GMT

Thanks to those of you who joined us for our last webinar, How Yahoo! Mail Transformed Its Functional Testing + Continuous Delivery Process with Front End Developer Neil Manvar. You can check out Neil's slides and the audio from the webinar HERE. Neil's been kind enough to participate in a follow-up Q&A. See his answers below.

Sauce Labs Named as One of the San Francisco Business Times' Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 20:00:48 GMT

Sauce Labs has been named one of San Francisco's Business Times' Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2014. Read more about Sauce Labs here.

Appium Wins A Bossie Award From InfoWorld

Tue, 14 Oct 2014 02:36:29 GMT

InfoWorld named Appium as the mobile testing framework of choice in the category of the Best Open Source Application Development Tools

Announcing Sauce Integration With Siesta

Wed, 17 Sep 2014 03:26:21 GMT

Sauce Labs is thrilled to announce that we’ve integrated with Siesta by Bryntum.

Recap: How To Combine Front-End and Back-End Testing [WEBINAR]

Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:02:35 GMT

The Appium Philosophy

Tue, 26 Aug 2014 19:30:20 GMT

Appium + Sauce Labs Integration

Fri, 15 Aug 2014 23:19:32 GMT

Sauce Labs' Support Team wants to help our customers easily ramp up their mobile automated testing, so we put together this easy guide to Sauce integration with Appium.

Appium Bootcamp - Chapter 8: Additional Information + Resources

Thu, 14 Aug 2014 19:30:58 GMT

This is the eighth and final post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. Here's a collection of some great resources to help you find your way when it comes to mobile testing.

Appium Bootcamp – Chapter 7: Automate Your Test Runs

Tue, 12 Aug 2014 19:30:08 GMT

This is the seventh post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. To make our tests as useful as possible, we'll want to automate when they get run. To do that, we'll use a Continuous Integration (CI) Server.

Announcing CircleCI Integration on Sauce Labs

Mon, 11 Aug 2014 23:15:37 GMT

CircleCI now integrates with Sauce Labs

Appium Bootcamp – Chapter 6: Run Your Tests

Fri, 08 Aug 2014 00:25:22 GMT

This is the sixth post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. Once we have our tests written, refactored, and running locally it's time to make them simple to launch by wrapping them with a command-line executor.

Appium Bootcamp – Chapter 5: Writing and Refactoring Your Tests

Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:05:39 GMT

This is the fifth post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. The previous post helped identify some test actions in our apps. In this post, we put them to work by wiring them up in code.

Appium Bootcamp – Chapter 4: Your First Test

Fri, 01 Aug 2014 00:33:50 GMT

This is the fourth post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. This post talks about creating a test in Appium using actions similar to those used in Selenium, eg. click.

Appium Bootcamp - Chapter 3: Interrogating Your App

Tue, 29 Jul 2014 19:30:25 GMT

This is the third post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. In Appium, there are two approaches to interrogate an app to find the best locators to work with. This post discusses this in detail.

[Re-Blog] Dev Chat: Vlad Filippov of Mozilla

Mon, 28 Jul 2014 23:38:48 GMT

Announcing Cloud9 Preview: Instantly Preview Your Cloud9 Project In Any Browser (Powered by Sauce Labs)

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 23:00:56 GMT

Adding Custom Methods to Data Models with Angular $resource

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 20:00:39 GMT

Appium Bootcamp - Chapter 2: The Console

Wed, 23 Jul 2014 19:30:35 GMT

This is the second post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. This chapter talks about launching the Appium Console.

Appium Bootcamp - Chapter 1: Get Started With Appium

Wed, 16 Jul 2014 19:30:13 GMT

This is the first post in a series called Appium Bootcamp by noted Selenium expert Dave Haeffner. Appium Bootcamp is for those who are brand new to mobile test automation with Appium

AngularJS Data Models: $http VS $resource VS Restangular

Wed, 16 Jul 2014 00:24:40 GMT

The Code: $http vs $resource vs Restangular. So, here's the resulting code for all three approaches, each implementing a getResult() method on every job.

How HotelTonight.com Leverages Appium for Mobile Test Automation

Tue, 01 Jul 2014 20:00:17 GMT

Quentin Thomas at HotelTonight explains how they use Appium to automate their mobile tests.

Jason Huggins Takes a Leave of Absence at Sauce Labs to Work on HealthCare.gov 2.0

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 23:59:42 GMT

Jason Huggins has decided to take another leave of absence from Sauce to help the Ad Hoc and the Marketplace 2.0 teams to further this great cause. Here's what he had to say about the state of the government and automation.

Bleacher Report’s Continuous Integration & Delivery Methodology: Test Analytics

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 20:00:04 GMT

This is the final post in a three part series highlighting Bleacher Report’s continuous integration and delivery methodology by Felix Rodriguez.

Microsoft Launches IE Developer Channel; Win For WebDriver

Fri, 20 Jun 2014 23:15:01 GMT

In light of the recent news about Microsoft launching an IE Developer Channel that features WebDriver support, we asked our own VP of Engineering to comment on the story.

Guest Post: Automating Mobile Testing at Gilt - A Follow Up

Thu, 19 Jun 2014 20:00:10 GMT

This post comes from our friends at Gilt, who are using Appium to automate their mobile testing.

[Live Panel] Mobile Testing with Appium: Recap

Tue, 17 Jun 2014 20:15:08 GMT

We held a live panel-style webinar to answer questions about Appium’s philosophy, the roadmap ahead, best practices for automating mobile tests, and deliver an overview of the release.

Guest Post: Bridging the Test Divide - Beyond Testing For A Release

Mon, 16 Jun 2014 21:30:01 GMT

Bleacher Report’s Continuous Integration & Delivery Methodology: Creating an Integration Testing Server

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:00:37 GMT

We will be discussing how Bleacher Report continuously runs integration tests immediately after the new version of our app has been deployed.

Guest Post: A Dialectical Theory of Software Quality, or Why You Need Independent QA

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 20:00:15 GMT

You might say that white-box testing is the dialectical negation of black-box QA. It verifies that the individual pieces work, where independent, black-box QA verifies that the product works for the user.

Guest Post: Test Lessons at ExpoQA

Fri, 06 Jun 2014 20:00:39 GMT

Bleacher Report's Continuous Integration & Delivery Methodology: Continuous Delivery Through Elastic Beanstalk

Tue, 03 Jun 2014 20:00:44 GMT

Guest Post: Open Sauce Enables Plone to Focus on Robot Framework

Fri, 16 May 2014 20:00:07 GMT

Our friends in the Plone community recently took to Open Sauce for their testing needs to save time.

[Live Panel] Mobile Testing with Appium

Thu, 15 May 2014 21:45:43 GMT

We've heavily invested in the open source project Appium; the leading cross-platform framework for testing hybrid and native mobile applications.

Open Source Stories: Q&A with Lo-Dash

Fri, 28 Mar 2014 21:46:51 GMT

Today we're featuring an interview with John-David Dalton of Lo-Dash

iOS 7.1 Now Available on Sauce

Thu, 27 Mar 2014 21:22:47 GMT

Getting Started With Selenium - Chapter 8: Tying It All Together

Wed, 26 Mar 2014 20:00:06 GMT

Open Source Stories: The Selenium Project & Sauce

Sat, 22 Mar 2014 03:03:39 GMT

The history of the Selenium Project and Sauce Labs.

Getting Started with Selenium - Chapter 7: How To Scale Your Tests

Wed, 19 Mar 2014 04:00:06 GMT

How to Integrate Sauce Labs Reports with MSTest and Jenkins

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 20:02:18 GMT

Getting Started With Selenium - Chapter 6: Packaging for Use

Tue, 11 Mar 2014 21:45:49 GMT

Introducing ShotsOnSauce by Jim Eisenhauer

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 23:00:09 GMT

Here at Sauce Labs, we’re all about open source, collaboration, and hacks - so when we learned about ShotsOnSauce, we did a happy dance.

Online Workshop - Testing Behind a Firewall

Thu, 06 Mar 2014 22:07:25 GMT

Learn all about best practices and strategies for testing apps behind a firewall and how to use Sauce Connect during our next online workshop!

Getting Started with Selenium: Chapter 5 - Writing Resilient Test Code

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 00:02:54 GMT

Testing Mobile Apps? Win an iPad!

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 22:00:22 GMT

We’d like to learn more about how you’re doing mobile testing.

Getting Started with Selenium - Chapter 4: How To Reuse Your Test Code

Wed, 26 Feb 2014 02:32:13 GMT

Getting Started with Selenium - Chapter 3: Writing Your First Selenium Test

Tue, 18 Feb 2014 13:01:43 GMT

Getting Started with Selenium – Chapter 2: How To Write a Good Acceptance Test

Tue, 11 Feb 2014 17:00:13 GMT

Automated Mobile Testing with Appium & Gilt: Recap

Mon, 10 Feb 2014 22:07:27 GMT

Getting Started with Selenium Testing - 1st in a Series

Wed, 05 Feb 2014 02:02:33 GMT

Guest Post: Front End Testing with Webdriver

Tue, 28 Jan 2014 21:58:07 GMT

Frozen Ridge are Sauce Labs partners and are available for training and high level consultancy around Continuous Integration and Front-End testing.

TeamCity Plugin Now Available for Sauce

Thu, 23 Jan 2014 22:35:12 GMT

Remote file uploads with Selenium & PHP

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 22:12:13 GMT

remote file upload with selenium, selenium file upload

Remote file uploads with Selenium & Capybara

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 22:01:31 GMT

A Word About Our Growing Pains

Thu, 07 Nov 2013 22:00:32 GMT

Over the last year, the Sauce customer base has been growing tremendously. We have heard your concern about our recent service interruptions.

Robot Hackathon Tonight! Build Your Own Mobile Testing Robot and Other November Happenings

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 22:13:57 GMT

Come build your own Tapster robot and learn how to use it to test your iOS or Android mobile apps.

The Sauce Ecosystem and Integrations Approach

Mon, 28 Oct 2013 20:04:11 GMT

Error Messages on Sauce and What They Mean

Tue, 22 Oct 2013 01:14:01 GMT

On The Whole “Hiring Developers” Thing

Mon, 14 Oct 2013 20:45:13 GMT

Setting up iOS Automation on Sauce Labs with Cucumber and Appium

Mon, 07 Oct 2013 20:12:39 GMT

The combination of Cucumber and Appium can be used for automating iOS apps in the cloud using Sauce Labs.

Guest Post: How Savings.com Uses Sauce Labs to Achieve Success with Continuous Deployment

Mon, 30 Sep 2013 21:23:46 GMT

Read how Savings.com use Sauce Labs to run tests as as part of their continuous deployment process.

Advanced Mobile Testing on Sauce Online Workshop Video and Slides

Fri, 27 Sep 2013 22:29:24 GMT

Android 2.3 Now Available on Sauce with Appium

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 21:54:42 GMT

Repost: Automating Mobile Testing at Gilt

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 02:25:25 GMT

Sauce Labs and Yes, the BrowserMob Proxy

Mon, 23 Sep 2013 20:40:05 GMT

Introducing Cross-Browser JavaScript Unit Testing on Sauce Labs

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 14:00:48 GMT

Sauce Labs Adds Expanded JavaScript Unit Testing Capabilities to its Cloud Testing Platform

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 13:50:51 GMT

Developers are now able to automatically test whether the JavaScript in their web and mobile applications renders correctly using Sauce Labs’ test infrastructure.

The Mobile JSON Wire Protocol Workshop

Thu, 05 Sep 2013 20:42:48 GMT

Guest Post: Automated iOS Acceptance Testing with Appium, Cucumber-JVM, Jenkins, and Sauce Labs Part 3

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 22:29:10 GMT

Intro to Mobile Testing on Sauce Video & Slides

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 03:54:11 GMT

An introduction to mobile testing on Sauce Labs with Jonathan Lipps.

The Best (and Worst) Browsers to Test With

Tue, 20 Aug 2013 14:00:25 GMT

Guest post: Mobile testing the Google way with Appium & Sauce Labs

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 20:19:15 GMT

Mocha Sauce for JavaScript Unit Tests, Created by Paul Bakaus

Mon, 22 Jul 2013 20:06:04 GMT

Sauce Team: Making Testing Better for Teams of All Sizes!

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:11:50 GMT

Sauce Labs Raises $5M in Series C Funding

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:00:34 GMT

Mobile Testing with Appium Talks in Baltimore & Washington, DC

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 22:46:20 GMT

Jonathan Lipps at the Google I/O Chrome Mobile Summit

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 21:46:01 GMT

Okta Increases Developer Productivity by 80% Using Sauce’s Testing Cloud

Tue, 25 Jun 2013 21:02:53 GMT

Guest Post: Introducing Your Newest Intern

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 21:04:57 GMT

Learn Selenium in Industrial Logic's Course "Driving Selenium Safely"

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:25:40 GMT

Learn how and when to use Selenium to automate your testing, to using Selenium to test rich internet apps, to how to run your tests in the cloud with Sauce.

Job IDs; What Are They Good for?

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 20:41:37 GMT

Guest Post: Testing JavaScript with Yeti and Sauce Labs WebDriver with Ryuichi Okumura

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:13:03 GMT

A Browser Matrix Widget for the Open Source Community

Thu, 30 May 2013 20:15:21 GMT

Guest Post: The Able Few and Qettlhup for Using GruntJS with Sauce Labs

Tue, 28 May 2013 21:30:20 GMT

Our friends at The Able Few have been working on an exciting project, and they wanted to share how they’ve been using Sauce to test the product they are developing in partnership with Click with Me Now.

Automated Mobile App Testing with Python and Nose

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:18:27 GMT

Automated Mobile App Testing with Python and Nose

Announcing iOS and Android App Testing on Sauce

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:03:30 GMT

Automated iOS and Android Acceptance Testing with RSpec and Appium

Tue, 07 May 2013 02:19:35 GMT

Swing by the San Francisco Python Meetup Next Week!

Thu, 02 May 2013 20:05:01 GMT

Saucer Santi will be giving a featured talk on Selenium and best practices for writing automated functional tests for your Python Web Apps on Thursday, 5/8 at 6:15PM in San Francisco.

Recap: Seattle Mobile Development Meetup

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:09:28 GMT

Key takeaways from the Seattle Mobile Development Meetup.

Join Sauce Labs and Rackspace for an Appium Mobile Testing Hackathon!

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:54:20 GMT

Build Your Own Angry-Bird-Playing Robot at Our First NYC Robot Hackathon

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:23:24 GMT

Mobile Test Automation in Java with Appium

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:00:30 GMT

Appium is a tool that allows you to easily write functional tests that automate iOS and Android mobile apps. Learn how to use Appium for mobile test automation.

Announcing Support for Lynx in the Sauce Labs Cloud

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:59:56 GMT

Run Your Selenium Tests Completely in the Cloud Using Travis CI and Sauce Labs

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 20:00:34 GMT

Sauce Labs Welcomes Adobe BrowserLab Customers

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:00:05 GMT

Building a CI System Using Selenium Builder, GitHub, Travis and Sauce Labs

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:14:30 GMT

(Re)Introducing Selenium Builder: Now with Plugins and WebDriver Support

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 23:00:15 GMT

Break Things Faster with Ruby Parallelization

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 03:55:58 GMT

Last Minute Alert! Sauce + Travis Coffee Office Hours in San Francisco

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 02:43:15 GMT

A framework for Selenium that doesn't suck

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:50:33 GMT

Announcing Appium on Sauce: Native & Hybrid iOS App Testing in the Cloud

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:59:58 GMT

So You Want to Run Tests in Parallel... Now What??

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:10:03 GMT

Happy New Year from the CEO of Sauce Labs

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 23:31:33 GMT

I wanted to share with you my thoughts on the changes Sauce brought to the world in 2012 and what’s coming in 2013.

Getting the Most Out of Selenium with CloudBees and Sauce Labs

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:33:10 GMT

Announcing "Open Sauce" free unlimited testing for Open Source projects

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:01:03 GMT

Sauce extension for Arquillian Drone

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 22:30:07 GMT

In Case You Missed It: Mobile Testing Summit Recap

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:15:01 GMT

Running Automated Tests in Parallel (Part 1)

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:00:14 GMT

The Eschaton: What The End Game Looks Like For Testing with Selenium

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 04:51:21 GMT

Testing Your Mobile Apps with Behat & Sauce (Pt. 2)

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:21 GMT

We'll cover mobile test automation in the cloud using Apple Sauce and Android Sauce with Behat.

Testing Your Mobile Apps with Behat & Sauce Labs (Pt. 1)

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 03:09:30 GMT

Using Sauce Breakpoints to Find and Fix Flakey Tests

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:06:19 GMT

Mobile Testing Summit: Rise of the Machines

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 01:21:49 GMT

Testing Your Site with Mac OS, iOS, and Android

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 02:51:04 GMT

You can run tests on iOS and Android in Sauce's automated and manual testing tools.

Javascript testing in parallel with WD.js and Selenium

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 22:32:12 GMT

Announcing Sauce Breakpoints for Easier Test Debugging

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 19:16:36 GMT

Announcing Better Tester Management With Subaccounts

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 02:15:28 GMT

Testing GitHub's Wiki in the Cloud

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 21:00:23 GMT

Gollum uses Selenium 2 WebDriver with JUnit 4 (Java) to test its live preview feature, which requires a real browser.

Integrating OpenShift with Sauce OnDemand

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:59:25 GMT

Selenium Tips: Uploading Files in Remote WebDriver

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 01:26:59 GMT

Getting Started With Web Testing Using Selenium & Sauce Labs

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:55:04 GMT

Selenium Client Factory for Python

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:14:10 GMT

Adding Sauce To Behat

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:34:49 GMT

Learn how you can write web acceptance tests with Behat and Mink and plug them into Sauce Labs to run them on a CI server.

New command timeout landing next week

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:02:09 GMT

A Brief History-In-Progress of Running Tests in Parallel with PHPUnit

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:18:56 GMT

The Sauce Partner Program Has Officially Landed

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:16:32 GMT

Massive Reduction of Selenium Costs with Sauce Labs

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:58:36 GMT

Flying Saucers All 'Round The World

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 02:33:27 GMT

Security Through Purity — Bypassing the Red Queen

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:05:46 GMT

The Zen of UI Testing with Selenium, Hudson and Sauce Labs

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:08:46 GMT

Most people who write UIs don’t care about testing. You know why? Because it’s hard. So hard, they’d rather not even bother and test things manually.

Sauce Connect Gets Serious

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:00:51 GMT

Sauce Connect 3 puts that principle into practice, working around these issues by doing part of TCP’s job over again, better.

Sauce Mac OS X Private Beta Signup!

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:02:23 GMT

We are readying a very early version of Mac OS X support in our browser testing cloud.

The Surprising Worst Browser

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 22:48:45 GMT

Firewalls In The Cloud: How To Make Them Work

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:41:39 GMT

Testing your application behind a firewall? Curious to know if and how that works with Sauce OnDemand?

Easiest Ever A/B Split Tests

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 03:00:09 GMT

An A/B test is a great thing, and you want to use it on pretty much every user-visible change.

New Debugging Tools Make Sauce Scout Even More Saucy

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:11:07 GMT

We’re thrilled to announce an improvement to Sauce Scout that will change your development and debugging workflows in a major way.

Appeasing the Butler or The Commit Heard Round the Company

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:45:10 GMT

So we’re hoping to make test frameworks for all the common languages – PHP, Java, Python, at least – that do what Test::Right did.

New Bamboo Sauce Release (Version 1.3.1)

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:45:39 GMT

This post outlines enhancements to Bamboo Sauce to brings all the advances in Sauce OnDemand to the growing Bamboo community.

Full-on Cloud Dev with Turnkey Integration Testing

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:01:13 GMT

JavaScript Unit Testing with Jellyfish and OnDemand

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 22:44:50 GMT

Sauce Labs Integrates Sauce Scout with Atlassian JIRA Issue Tracking Software to Accelerate Software Development Velocity

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:16:28 GMT

News: Sauce Labs Streamlines Manual Software Testing in the Cloud With Sauce Scout

Thu, 12 May 2011 17:00:09 GMT

Test::Right: Browser testing done right

Thu, 05 May 2011 20:33:20 GMT

Sauce Builder Webinar: From zero to creating, storing and running automated tests in under 30 mins

Wed, 04 May 2011 03:28:35 GMT

How to serve PHP/Pear packages with GitHub

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 22:47:24 GMT

Sauce OnDemand Cloud Service Eclipses Five Million Successful Selenium Tests

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:44:35 GMT

How to Lose Races and Win at Selenium

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 02:34:57 GMT

Selenium tests sometime fail for no reason. You can eliminate most of their random failures with a special kind of assertion, the spin assert.

Selenium 2 in the news!

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:33:27 GMT

Sauce Labs Eliminates Barrier to Automated Cross-Browser Testing with Sauce Builder

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:07:18 GMT

How to do Selenium with PHPUnit on Sauce

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 05:43:41 GMT

PHP has this cool thing called pear that you can use to download useful php scripts.

Hey, Selenium. Hurry The Hell Up.

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 04:57:24 GMT

Selenium 2 Webinar: The Next Generation of Web and Mobile Application Testing

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 02:53:41 GMT

Join Jason Huggins, creator of Selenium, for a webinar devoted to covering the essentials of this new testing tool that combines the best of WebDriver and Selenium.

Advanced Selenium Synchronization with 'Latches'

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 01:35:00 GMT

Selenium 2 Testing in the Cloud

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:25:15 GMT

Network World: Cooking The Sauce for Cloud Based Open Source Testing

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 02:36:43 GMT

Integrating Robot Framework with Sauce OnDemand

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 04:26:34 GMT

Sauce Wizards Make Learning Selenium Easier

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 23:54:31 GMT

Read on to find out about three new features that will get new users running tests faster.

Introducing Bamboo Sauce

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:27:40 GMT

The Sauce Labs ecosystem continues to happily grow with the addition of a new CI plugin, Bamboo.

Sauce Labs - OnDemand Testing Service on EC2

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 22:00:15 GMT

By allocating EC2 instances on demand, their customers can now test in hours instead of days.

Doing Continuous Integration Testing? Check Out Our CI API

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:41:29 GMT

We've released a brand new API that will help Continuous Integration servers such as Hudson, Bamboo, and TeamCity send Sauce information about each test they run.

Fancy a Pint? Sauce Labs visiting London

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 19:26:18 GMT

Sauce Labs Solves Real-World Selenium Issues

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:22:30 GMT

JUnit 4 and Selenium – Part Three: Parallelism and OnDemand

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:35:22 GMT

This is the third and final part of how to do Selenium testing in parallel. In this post we get into the meat of things with parallel execution, both locally and in OnDemand.

Parallel JUnit 4 and Selenium – Part Two: External Properties

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 22:53:50 GMT

Open source: a savvy bet, even in tough times

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 22:28:12 GMT

When the economy has boomed proprietary software companies have also boomed. When it went bust, so did they, to varying degrees.

It Takes Time To Go Fast

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:08:25 GMT

We've noticed that as our release cycle speeds up, so does our reliance on fast feedback systems.

Absolute Beginners Guide to Running Sauce RC with HTML Scripts

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:30:38 GMT

How To Minimize The Pain Of Locator Breakage

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 02:24:25 GMT

So how do we go about fixing these intermittent breakages? The easiest locator to use is 'id.'

Cucumber Sauce: Cross-browser testing in parallel

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:13:34 GMT

Run your cucumber tests across different browsers all at the same time with Sauce Labs. Check out the Cucumber Sauce project.

IE9: users will soon be out of date, warns browser expert

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:22:49 GMT

Introducing selbot

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 02:36:25 GMT

Sauce Labs Adds Sauce TV to Its Cloud-based Cross-Browser Testing Service

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:46:54 GMT

New Webinar with Kohsuke Kawaguchi: Using Sauce OnDemand + Hudson

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 03:41:51 GMT

Join Kohsuke Kawaguchi as he leads this special webinar on the benefits of the new integration between Sauce OnDemand and Hudson.

A Quick Request to Her Majesty's Government

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:59:03 GMT

Sauce Labs is kindly offering Her Majesty's Government some help in upgrading from IE6 to IE8, and a free evaluation of Sauce OnDemand, which will save development time and cost the citizens of the UK far less.

Dzone Covers Monocle and Async Programming

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:23:15 GMT

The Over-Exaggerated Death of Flex and Flash

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:19:10 GMT

The war between Adobe’s Flash and Apple’s support for HTML5 continues to heat up.

Library for Hudson Sauce OnDemand PlugIn

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:56:02 GMT

This library is called Sauce REST API, and defines a Java API to access Sauce OnDemand REST API.

Kohsuke Kawaguchi Announces New Hudson PlugIn for Sauce OnDemand

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:11:15 GMT

Setting up Cucumber + Webrat + Selenium

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:36:46 GMT

There's quite a bit of information out there on setting up these disparate tools to work together, but a great deal of it is out of date. To clear things up a bit I've documented all of the gems and modifications necessary to get these great pieces of open source software up and running together. I'll be expanding this post with notes around the pitfalls as time goes on and various platform issues are discovered (I'm looking at you, Snow Leopard), but this should get most people up and running right away.

Selenium IDE 1.0.7 is released!

Thu, 27 May 2010 19:51:26 GMT

New Release of Sauce RC (Sauce Labs' enhanced / extended Selenium RC)

Fri, 14 May 2010 01:40:32 GMT

Announcing the Sauce Labs iPad Selenium Contest Winner

Tue, 04 May 2010 22:53:56 GMT

Today, we're happy to announce Chris McMahon as the winner of the contest.

Running your Selenium tests in parallel: Perl

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 07:08:21 GMT

Selenium IDE 1.0.6 is released!

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 07:01:35 GMT

A bit of sugar and parallelism for Rails and RSpec

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:14:05 GMT

Selenium IDE 1.0.5 is released!

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 02:22:30 GMT

Running Selenium RSpec tests for Rails 2.3.5

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:03:24 GMT

Ridiculously easy cross-browser testing with Sauce IDE

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:17:07 GMT

Selenium IDE 1.0.4 is released!

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:21:44 GMT

Selenium Tips: Upload files on browsers running over remote machines

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:14:43 GMT

Having your tests upload files to the test application is something that becomes confusing when moving Selenium RC servers to different machines.

Running your Selenium tests in parallel: Python

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 3

In the third chapter in his Tech Talk series on becoming an Appium Desktop ninja, Wim Selles dives into how to best inspect UI elements of your apps with the ‘Appium Desktop inspector’ session. You'll also learn the key differences and specific pros and cons of running an Android emulator vs. an iOS simulator using the Appium Desktop.

Women in Testing: Julia Pottinger

Speeding Up Your Test Execution

Yi Min Yang reviews five thorough, field-tested tips to help your tests run faster. These tips were originally presented during his session at Agile Testing Days 2020.

Sauce Labs Partners with Savex Technologies to Distribute AutonomIQ Scriptless Test Automation in India

Savex Technologies is Sauce Labs' new distributor of AutonomIQ scriptless test automation in India.

5 Front-End Performance Testing Pain Points

In this article, guest blogger Twain Taylor reviews some of the pain points DevOps teams face with front-end testing, and how to overcome them.

2020 Recap: What Changed in Our Real Device Cloud

At the end of 2020, here's a look back on the key enhancements our product and development teams have delivered for the Sauce Labs Real Device Cloud.

Lessons From Four Billion Tests

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 5

In the fifth chapter of our Tech Talk series, Wim Selles, Senior Solutions Architect at Sauce Labs, demonstrates how you can connect your Appium Desktop to cloud services like Sauce Labs.

Better Together: Why Testing on Macs is Critical to Complete Your Testing Strategy

Are you testing your web app on Mac OS as well as Safari? Or does your testing strategy only look at your app’s behavior and performance on Chrome/PC?

SauceCon 2020 Goes Virtual: Test Better, Together

SauceCon went virtual for the first time in 2020—hosted in two different time zones and with more than 5,000 registrants from 98 countries.

Tech Talk: How to Become an Appium Desktop Ninja, Chapter 4

In the fourth chapter of this series, you will learn how to connect and use the different versions of Appium with Appium Desktop, and also understand the specific benefits of using ‘Appium doctor’ as first time users.

The Evolution of The WebDriver Protocol

Christian Bromann summarizes the decisions made at the recent TPAC meeting, where the W3C working groups meet face to face to discuss web technologies, how to standardize them, and how to improve the interoperability of the web across all vendors in the industry.

Where In The World is Sauce Labs?

Stop by one of our upcoming events to say hello, find out what’s new at Sauce, or just pick up a bottle of our famous hot sauce in one of our exciting new flavors.

2020 Recap: What Changed in Our Live Testing Solution

As this year comes to an end, here's an overview of the key enhancements our product and development teams have delivered in the Sauce Labs Live Testing solution.

How to Test Push Notifications on Android and iOS in our Real Device Cloud

In this article and accompanying video, you'll learn how to test push notifications for Android and iOS on the Sauce Labs Real Device Cloud.

5 Steps to Jumpstart Test Automation: How to Test the Right Things

Getting started with test automation can seem daunting. How do you know where to start and what to focus on? In this post in our series, I'll cover how to determine if you're testing the right things.

Women in Testing: Suman Bala

In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting the contributions and expertise of the many talented women in the worldwide testing community. We recently asked for nominations via Twitter for women to feature, and Suman Bala was mentioned more than once! With her intentional focus on testing as its own specialty, Suman contributes to the community and influences other female testers as they have influenced her. Here’s a bit more about Suman.

Women in Testing: Maaret Pyhäjärvi

In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting the contributions and expertise of the many talented women in the worldwide testing community. We recently asked for nominations via Twitter for women to feature, and Maaret Pyhäjärvi’s name came up repeatedly. For those who don’t already know her, Maaret is an award-winning contributor to the testing community who writes and speaks frequently at industry events. We sat down with Maaret to learn about her experience as a woman in testing.

Meet Dr. Jacqui Regenbogen: Prioritizing the Inclusive Workplace

Dr. Jacqui Regenbogen recently joined Sauce Labs as Senior Director of Inclusion & Social Responsibility. Jacqui has held roles promoting diversity at TDS Telecommunications and CUNA Mutual Group, among others. With a background and PhD in theater and experience using acting and performance to promote social change, Jacqui has worked in education and corporate settings, and has built a reputation as one of the industry’s leading voices for inclusion and social justice. We sat down with Jacqui to ask her about her experience and what she’ll be doing at Sauce Labs.

5 Steps to Jumpstart Test Automation: Testing Framework

Getting started with test automation can seem daunting. How do you know where to start and what to focus on? In this post in our series, I'll cover everything you need to know about testing frameworks.

5 Ways Software Testing Drives Value

This article reviews several reasons why software testing is just as crucial as other IT processes for maximizing revenue and profitability.