Test Automation: Dev vs. QA Teams – Who Wins? ??

Welcome to the 235th edition of Coding Jag brought to you by LambdaTest!

Should test automation live within dev teams or a centralized QA unit? The debate continues! Each approach has its pros and cons, impacting collaboration, standardization, and efficiency. So, who truly wins in the battle of Dev vs. QA??

This edition not only dives into the Dev vs. QA battle but also explores the latest in tech! From AI-driven regression testing to risk-based strategies, automation is more crucial than ever. Learn the secrets to effective test automation, software supply chain security, debugging, AI ethics, and more.

Get hands-on with evaluating LLMs using DeepEval, choosing the right automation tools, and scaling Jira cloud migrations. Plus, access free UI mockup tools, key event details, and exclusive AI testing certification insights! ?? Let’s dive in!

NEWS

1.? Better Than Estimates

Ever wonder if estimates are slowing down your team? ?? Denis Stebunov explains how relying on them often leads to overestimating, delays, and misconceptions. Instead, he suggests using deadlines, T-shirt sizing, and regular check-ins to speed things up. Get insights on balancing predictability with efficiency! ??

2. App Hosting Updates: Rollbacks, SDK Auto-Configuration, and More

?? Exciting New Update! ?? Ready to power up your web app with Firebase? Julia Reid and Jeffrey Huleatt bring incredible improvements to App Hosting! From instant rollbacks to automatic SDK initialization and VPC network connections, these updates guarantee faster deployment, smoother operations, and easier scaling. Plus, debugging just got easier! ??

3. Scaling Jira Cloud Migrations With External Importers

Curious about how Jira migrations just got faster and more reliable? Yatin Bansal reveals the powerful evolution of Jira's external migration platform, now 20x faster with 30x better throughput. Learn how advanced engineering is reshaping the process and improving your migration experience!

4. Introducing Gemma 3: The Developer Guide?

Gemma 3 is here! ?? Omar Sanseviero & Philipp Schmid uncover the most advanced version yet, packed with multimodal capabilities, 128k token context, and support for 140+ languages! ?? Get ready for improved math, coding, and reasoning with faster, more precise results. ??

AI

5. Why Vector Databases Are Here to Stay in the AI Age

Why are vector databases a game-changer in AI? ?? Gerald Venzl , Lead PM Developer Initiatives at Oracle, dives into why vector databases are revolutionizing AI-driven architectures. With the rise of LLMs, these databases simplify storing, managing, and retrieving vectors, making them essential for innovation in AI systems! ??

6.? Using AI in Regression Testing to Boost Software Quality

Want faster and smarter regression testing but wondering how AI can help? ? Veethee Dixit explores how AI is transforming regression testing by automating test generation, predicting defects, and optimizing test execution. Learn about powerful tools like KaneAI and dive into the exciting future of AI-driven testing in this must-read blog!

Automation

7. Accelerating Android UI Testing Through Parallelization

Looking for ways to speed up Android UI testing? ??? Mohamed Shalan reveals how to test sharding with Firebase Test Lab, and Flank revolutionizes the process! By running tests in parallel, this method slashes testing time by 40%, ?? boosts developer productivity, and ensures more reliable results. Check this insightful guide now!?

8. How to Learn Test Automation the Right Way in 2025

Want to master test automation in 2025? ???? Abiola Rasaq shares key tips for mastering automation without feeling overwhelmed! From learning manual testing first to picking the right tools and embracing AI-driven automation, Abiola reveals how to build smarter and more efficient tests. Discover how to streamline your journey with tools like Postman, Katalon, and CI/CD integration! ??

9. Risk-Based Testing: Your Guide to Understanding It?

Thinking how you could test smarter by focusing on high-risk areas? ?? Cristiano Caetano breaks down Risk-Based Testing (RBT) in this exciting guide! ?? Discover how prioritizing risks, aligning testing strategies, and using AI tools like Gravity ?? can lead to more efficient, reliable software testing. ??

10. The Role of Software Test Automation Engineers in Dev Teams vs. Centralized QA Teams

Curious about how the placement of Software Test Automation Engineers (SDETs) affects their impact on Dev and QA teams? ?? Dr. CAGRI ATASEVEN, Ph.D breaks it down! ??? Explore the pros and cons of working in a Dev team versus a centralized QA team ???? and how collaboration, standardization, and training shape the role of SDETs ??.

Tools

11.? 30 Free Web UI Mockup Tools for Web Designers [2025]?

Looking for efficient ways to prototype your web designs? ???? Arnab Roy Chowdhury highlights 30 free mockup tools like Balsamiq, Protopie, Mockplus, Justinmind, and Flinto to create interactive, realistic prototypes with ease. ?? Streamline your process, collaborate with teams, and enhance your designs! ????

12. Top 10 Debugging Tools Every Developer Should Know

Need Better Debugging Tools? Discover the ultimate debugging tools like Apidog, VSCode, and Chrome DevTools, curated by Medy Evrard M.A . Dive into key features, pricing, and pros/cons to streamline workflows and boost productivity. From API testing to browser debugging, find the perfect tool for your needs! ?????

Other

13. Podcast: AI Testing and Certification??

??? In this podcast, Richard Seidl hosts Dr. Christoph Poetsch , Senior Advisor AI Ethics and Quality at TüV AI.Lab. Christoph shares insights on AI testing, certification, and the AI Assessment Matrix. They discuss key challenges in AI testing, ethical concerns, and the role of human expertise in AI development. ?? Listen now!

14. Video:? DeepEval for RAG: Let’s Test if Your LLM Really Works As Expected! ??

?? This video by Execute Automation takes you on an exciting journey into DeepEval, the ultimate framework for testing Large Language Models (LLMs) in Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications! ?? Learn how to evaluate your local LLMs and measure answer relevancy, faithfulness, and retrieval accuracy, ensuring your model performs at its best! Whether you’re using LangChain, Ollama, or ChromaDB, this guide will level up your AI testing skills! ??????

Event

15.? Event:? Strengthening the Software Supply Chain and Open Source Projects

Join us for an exciting Live online event on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 10:30 PM to 11:30 PM IST, hosted by DevSecCon - India, featuring a panel of experts, including core maintainers of Node.js. Explore the world of Software Supply Chain security, open-source projects, and best practices for maintaining secure projects. Engage in real-time discussions and gain actionable insights on securing your supply chain, SBOM, and leveraging AI in security. Don’t miss out! ??

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