How to Estimate Test Effort More Accurately

by Nataliia Vasylyna | May 30, 2016 1:30 pm

Before starting working on a project, a specialist from software testing company, as well as other project participants, should estimate assigned tasks. The more accurately it is done, the higher the chance of successful release.

When making estimates, a tester should always keep in mind that force majeure can happen and ruin even the most bulletproof plan. To play it safe, some additional time should always be added to the estimated time.

What Estimation Tips Will Be Useful for Testers?

Test effort estimation is a difficult, multi-level process, but success comes with practice and patience.

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Endnotes:
  1. performance testing: https://qatestlab.com/services/Withstand-the-Load/performance-testing/
  2. functional testing: https://qatestlab.com/services/We-Are-Professionals-in/functional-testing/
  3. usability testing: https://qatestlab.com/services/We-Are-Professionals-in/usability-testing/
  4. defect: https://blog.qatestlab.com/2011/10/11/main-types-of-defects-in-software-testing/
  5. Accurate Test Estimation: Measure Thrice and Cut Once: https://blog.qatestlab.com/2016/04/19/test-estimation-measure/
  6. Top 10 Common Errors In Software Testing: https://blog.qatestlab.com/2019/06/04/software-testing-errors/
  7. How to Create Efficient QA Team in Startup: https://blog.qatestlab.com/2019/03/29/qa-in-startup/

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