Mobile Testing
There are differences in mobile applications compared to other applications in terms of the way it is implemented, distributed, and consumed by end-users. But in terms of testing, it is not that different after all. The ideas , methods, and tactics testers use when testing other applications can be applied. To mobile as well. Some of the commonalities in terms of areas to be tested are log files, rendering issues, performance, consistency, storage, memory issues, caching problems, and security vulnerabilities. There are also overlaps in terms of testing strategies that can be used, including: · Blink test: Looking for visual patterns by constantly switching between similar versions of pages or apps to notice minute differences in rendering or visual elements · Installation testing: Installing, uninstalling, and reinstalling apps, including upgrading apps from much earlier versions · Interrupt testing: Testing how an end-user will use the app by constantly texting, calling, or switch