Software testing news
Here are some recent software testing news and updates:
1. AI-powered testing tools gaining popularity
According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global AI-powered testing market is expected to grow from $1.4 billion in 2020 to $6.4 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 34.1%. AI-powered testing tools are becoming increasingly popular due to their ability to automate testing processes, reduce testing time, and improve test coverage.
2. Test automation market to reach $12.5 billion by 2027
A report by Grand View Research predicts that the global test automation market will reach $12.5 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 14.1% during the forecast period. The increasing demand for efficient testing processes and the need for reduced testing time are driving the growth of the test automation market.
3. Selenium 4.0 released
Selenium, a popular open-source testing framework, has released its latest version, Selenium 4.0. The new version includes several improvements, such as improved support for web applications, enhanced debugging capabilities, and better performance.
4. Google launches Test Automation Framework for Android
Google has launched a new test automation framework for Android, called Android Test Automation Framework (ATAF). The framework is designed to simplify the process of testing Android apps and provides a set of tools and APIs for automating tests.
5. Microsoft releases Visual Studio 2019
Microsoft has released Visual Studio 2019, a new version of its integrated development environment (IDE). The new version includes several improvements, such as improved testing tools, enhanced debugging capabilities, and better support for cloud-based development.
6. JIRA Software Testing plugin updated
Atlassian has updated its JIRA Software Testing plugin, which allows users to create and manage test cases, test plans, and test runs directly within JIRA. The updated plugin includes several new features, such as improved test case management and enhanced reporting capabilities.
7. Testim.io raises $25 million in funding
Testim.io, a startup that provides AI-powered testing tools, has raised $25 million in funding from investors such as Sequoia Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners. The company plans to use the funding to expand its product offerings and improve its testing capabilities.
8. IBM launches Watson Studio for testing
IBM has launched Watson Studio, a cloud-based platform that uses AI and machine learning to help developers and testers create and deploy high-quality software. The platform includes several testing tools and features, such as automated testing, test data management, and defect tracking.
9. Tricentis releases Tosca 14.0
Tricentis, a provider of test automation software, has released Tosca 14.0, a new version of its test automation platform. The new version includes several improvements, such as improved support for cloud-based testing, enhanced debugging capabilities, and better performance.
10. QA Mentor launches online testing course
QA Mentor, a provider of online testing training, has launched a new online course on software testing. The course covers topics such as testing fundamentals, test planning, test case design, and test execution, and is designed to help students become certified software testers.
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