Rapid-release Automation

Deliver fast, maintainable automation packs to test core functionality early and often.

Activities:

• Use pre-built automation packs for login, form validation, payment flow, etc.
• Choose tools with low-code or no-code support (e.g., TestProject, Katalon).
• Automate smoke/sanity tests for every build.
• Store scripts in version control with naming/tagging standards.

Zero-surprise User Experience Assurance

Ensure no basic usability, visual, or workflow blockers reach end users.

Activities:

• Run basic UI/UX checks using tools like Percy, Lighthouse, or Applitools (free tier).
• Validate layout consistency, navigation flow, error message behavior.
• Perform manual sanity on supported browsers/devices (top 3 based on target market).

Crowd Testing Lite

Augment internal QA with fast feedback from real users in real environments.

Activities:

• Engage testers from platforms like Testlio, RainforestQA, or internal user pools.
• Limit to short cycles (1–2 days) post-release or before major demos.
• Focus on exploratory testing, device/browser variability, and edge-case input.

DevOps Velocity Enablement

Embed QA into fast-moving CI/CD pipelines with minimal friction.

Activities:

• Use plug-and-play testing integrations (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Bitrise).
• Trigger automation tests on pull request and pre-deployment.
• Display test results in pipeline dashboards.

Essential QA Process Templates

Provide lightweight, repeatable templates that don't slow down dev teams.

Activities:

• Maintain quick-start documentation: Test Strategy Template, Test Case Checklist, Bug Reporting Template, Sprint QA Workflow.
• Define minimum viable testing practices for stories and sprints.