Posts Tagged 'Inflectra'

Your Web App <> #TestBowl 2021 - Inflectra's Software Testing Challenge

September 4, 2021

Are you working on a beta version of an app, software, or website that is ready for testing? Are you looking to avoid turning your customers into testers? We hear you, and we have a fun solution for you - bring your app/software or website to #TestBowl Christmas 2021 Edition!

As part of the Inflectra-run software testing competition - #TestBowl Xmas Edition on December 9, 2021, we offer to crowd-test your web app or software for free! 

Apply before December 1, 2021!

Inflectra's SpiraTest Is A Tool of Choice To Run Israeli Testing Competition 2021

March 25, 2021

Inflectra is excited to support the Israeli Software Testing Cup (ISTC)- the ultimate challenge for QA testing professionals - for the fifth year in a row!

Sponsors in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020, we’re happy to continue to support the Israeli testing community through this competition. Inflectra is once again making its award-winning test management solution - SpiraTest available to the organizers, judges, and teams for this year’s competition.

#TestBowl 2021: Inflectra's Virtual Software Testing Competition

February 19, 2021

On February 11, 2021, Inflectra held its first virtual software testing competition - #TestBowl 2021! The event was a huge success, and everyone had a ton of fun! 

How did Inflectra manage to pull off a truly entertaining virtual event and what lessons were learned?

Find the answers inside.

Advantages of Integrating a DevSecOps Pipeline with Spira | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

November 6, 2020

We have recently hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc.)

Today, we present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our Sponsor - Coveros. The session focuses on how the Spira toolset can be used in a DevSecOps pipeline, giving you the tools needed to get rapid feedback and quickly find and fix defects.

Enjoy this recap!

Time To Get Excited About Inflectra's Discord Community

November 5, 2020

We are launching Inflectra's first global online community - InflectraCon365 on Discord and we want you to be a part of it! 

InflectraCon 365 is a vendor/tool-agnostic community platform, moderated by tester-practitioners. It is designed to be a hub for the robust exchange of ideas, sharing of experiences, announcements about training and work opportunities, freelancing, and blogging. Memes, geekiness, and rants about all manner of tech fails are the spice of our online community.

Join the community today!

InflectraCon 2020: Where To Watch Workshops, Talks and Sessions

November 5, 2020

When our annual user conference - InflectraCon 2020 ended at midnight on Oct 2, we have already decided to extend participants' access to all 70+ talks and sessions until October 31, 2020. Now that the deadline is fast approaching, we are making changes to where and how viewers can expect to access the content. 

From Bunkum to Bank with SpiraPlan | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

November 2, 2020

Today, we present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our Sponsor - Influence IT Consulting. The session focuses on how SpiraPlan was implemented in an Australian neo-bank to help organize, manage, and test ready for the initial launch. Enjoy the presentation below!

Transform Software Testing and Quality with NeoLoad and Inflectra | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 31, 2020

Today, we present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our Sponsor - Neotys called Transform Software Testing and Quality with NeoLoad and Inflectra. The session takes a deep dive into how to automate your performance test and start testing earlier, reminding the viewers of the value of the integration between NeoLoad, SpiraTeam, and Rapise.

Enjoy the presentation below!

Spira for Non-Software Applications: Covid-19 Mask Testing | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 30, 2020

Our annual user conference - InflectraCon 2020: Agile Software Testing & DevOps Conference is in the rearview mirror. Today, we are proud to present the Inflectra In Real Life (IRL) talk by our partner sponsor - NVP Software Solutions, called Spira for Non-Software Applications: Covid-19 Mask Testing.

The session focuses on how Spira supports the testing of Covid-19 masks under varying conditions and the transit application.

Enjoy the recording below!

Simplifying Test Estimation | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 29, 2020

We have recently hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc). 

Inflectra is happy to present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our friend from far away New Zealand - Geoff Horne. In the session, Geoff demonstrates an Excel-based tool for estimating software testing projects. 

Scaling Spira On-Premise: Enterprise Deployment of Spira | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 27, 2020

In early October 2020, we hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc.). 

Today, we'd like to share with you an interview with our loyal customer and friend - Jill Ball of the Cincinnati Insurance Company. This interview was recorded as part of the InfletraCon 2020 IRL track. The interview highlights the growing on-premise implementation from 20 users to 1350 with redundancy and load-balancing for Spira administrators and architects. Enjoy the presentation below!

Implementing a Large HR ERP System using SpiraPlan at EY | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 27, 2020

In early October 2020, we hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc.). 

Today, we'd like to share with you an interview with our Dutch Partner - Robust-IT as part of the InfletraCon 2020 IRL track. The interview highlights the benefits that EY found adopting the SpiraPlan platform for managing the entire implementation and rollout of SAP SuccessFactors.

Enjoy the recording of the interview below!

It’s Automation Jim... But Not As We Know It! | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 26, 2020

Today, we present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk called: It’s Automation Jim... But Not As We Know It! by our dear friend, Aaron Athfield, the Technology Director at Ceefa Software. The session demos the WorX Manual Testing Accelerator for SpiraTest. Enjoy the presentation below!

Best Practices: Choosing Your ALM Tool-Set | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 26, 2020

We have recently hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc.). 

Today, we present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our German Partner - PTA. The session focuses on best practices for how to choose the most appropriate ALM toolset for your company. Enjoy the presentation below! 

IQM Studio - Enhanced Model-based Testing Add-On for Spira and Rapise | InflectraCon 2020 IRL

October 22, 2020

We have recently hosted Inflectra's annual user conference - InflectraCon. In 2020, we have dedicated InflectraCon to Agile Software Testing and DevOps theme and held it virtually. InflectraCon 2020 combined multiple tracks, of which, one - called Inflectra in Real Life or IRL in short - showcased the various uses of the Inflectra platforms (SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, Rapise, Kronodesk, etc.). 

Below, we will present an InflectraCon 2020 IRL talk by our US-based Partner - Critical Logic. The session demonstrates how IQM Studio generates tests and scripts and how to integrate it with SpiraTest for test management and with Rapise for script execution.

How to Connect to InflectraCon 2020 Virtual | September 29, 12 AM (EDT)

September 28, 2020

InflecraCON 2020 Virtual is tomorrow! 

Well, technically it kicks off on September 29 at 12 AM (EDT), so depending on your time zone, it may already be tomorrow where you are! 

Join our multi-track, four-day virtual conference focusing on software testing, agile methodologies, DevOps, and program management with Inflectra®'s platform. The program is fully on-demand (like Netflix) and includes workshops, thought leadership from industry experts, examples of real-life application of Inflectra® systems, and deep-dives into testing, requirements, and agile management, test automation, and business intelligence.

If you are wondering how to access our very own CONNECT platform where InflectraCon 2020 takes place, keep reading below: 

Introducing the InflectraCon Connect On-Demand Conference Platform

September 17, 2020

As you can probably tell by now, we're excited to meet you at our upcoming InflectraCon 2020 conference in less than two weeks time (can you believe it!). One of the insanely cool things we have in store for you is our new on-demand conferencing platform - InflectraCon Connect. Lovingly crafted by our crack team of designers, programmers and marketing professionals, Connect will offer an unparalleled global conference experience. In this article, we peel back the curtain and explore some of the key aspects of the Connect experience...

Why You Shouldn't Miss InflectraCon 2020 Virtual

September 8, 2020

On September 29 - October 2, 2020, Team Inflectra is throwing the biggest event of the year - its annual, global user conference -  InflectraCon™!

In 2020 InflectraCon is delivered virtually, with all talks available on demand for 24 hours on each of 4 conference days!

In 2020, InflectraCon's focus is on agile software testing and DevOps using the Inflectra platforms: SpiraTest, SpiraTeam, SpiraPlan, and Rapise. Designed to meet the training and self-improvement needs of Inflectra's users, the conference proudly offers over 75 hours of learning through a wide variety of opportunities:

• 4 days of virtual learning with over 80 on-demand sessions accessible by all from midnight to midnight each conference day
• 8 Keynotes by renowned international speakers
• 4 Workshop blocks with over 30 sessions on QA, Program Management, Automation & Administration with Inflectra Platform
• 3 Advanced Topic blocks with over 20 sessions we the Inflectra experts dive deep into each platform to help you leverage their various capabilities
• 22 thought-leadership talks across four thematic streams
• a dozen Inflectra Case Studies and "How-To" Talks
• 3 half-day certification & accreditation courses from ICAgile and ASTQB
• networking, and more!

Tickets start at an unbelievable $79.99!

Get your ticket today!

Tipsy Testing - Inflectra Virtual Happy Hour

August 27, 2020

When the global pandemic induced lockdowns world-wide and trapped Team Inflectra indoors in mid-March 2020, we started to think about how we could limit the disruption it caused to our team, but also our fans everywhere. With everyone working remotely, we soon realized we craved others' company and wanted to stay in touch. We found that the best way to stay connected to our partners, customers, fans, and friends was through weekly virtual happy hours. We called these casual get-togethers Tipsy Testing - to emphasize their loose focus on software testing, agile management, DevOps, software engineering, and project management. Tipsy Testing is unscripted and is completely listener-driven, as we try to answer as many listener-supplied questions as we can cover in an hour-long segment. 

Importantly, Tipsy Testing is about supporting each other, making new friends, sharing productivity tips and tricks, learning from one another, and discovering fancy, often local breweries and delicious artisanal cocktails along the way. 

Here is where Tipsy Testing stands today:

InflectraCon 2020 Virtual - Partner Summit

July 8, 2020

We are excited to announce the launch of the Inflectra Partner Summit at this year's global Agile Testing and DevOps Conference - InflectraCon 2020 Virtual. The Inflectra Partner Summit is a hub for sharing thoughts and insights as we offer partner-specific presentations, sales training, and discussions through interactive sessions on September 29, 2020. 

Inflectra Supports ISTC 2020 Tester Competition

July 6, 2020

Inflectra is once again excited to support this year’s Israeli Software Testing Cup!

Sponsors in 2017, 2018, and 2019, we’re happy to continue to support the Israeli testing community through this competition. Inflectra is making its award-winning test management solution - SpiraTest available to the teams, judges, and organizers to run the competition.

Save The Date: InflectraCon 2020

October 21, 2019

Yes, we are at it again - scheming and plotting to get our next global user conference - InflectraCon 2020 off the ground! 

So, mark your calendars for InflectraCon on October 1 - 2, 2020 in Washington, DC!

Tickets are on sale here

Recap: Inflectra Supports STPCon Fall 2019

September 30, 2019

STPCon Team delivered another quality conference in September 2019 - this time in lovely Boston, MA. Located across the Boston harbour, the hotel was lovely and the views were magnificent.

Team Inflectra even managed to sneak out to the city to see the historic sights and new developments in this old American city. 

Recap #InflectraCon - Highlights from our Inaugural User Conference

September 16, 2019

About six months ago we decided to host our first international user conference, to bring together our users, partners and evangelists together in the same place for the first time. Last week this vision became a reality: InflectraCon

With 130 attendees from 5 continents, 40 sessions, 4 sponsors, and of course 2 banjos (!) the event was a roaring success. If you couldn't attend this year, please check out the sessions and presentations, as well as why you should attend next year at InflectraCon 2020.

Exclusive Sponsor Discount: Up to $400 Off STARWEST Registration

August 7, 2019

Inflectra is going to STARWEST 2019 as a sponsor and is bring you more STARWEST ticket discounts, so that you too can join the fun! 

**Exclusive Offer**

save up to an additional $200 off the STARWEST Early Bird pricing when you register with code S19VW10 by August 30. That’s a combined savings up to $400 off!

Inflectra's New Bundles Are What You Never Knew You Needed

August 2, 2019

Based on the popularity of our product bundles that offer great savings on SpiraTeam and Rapise, we are pleased to announce the launch of more bundles to help you save money and get going with our products faster and easier.

Inflectra-Neotys Webinar Recap: Transform Software Testing & Quality

July 23, 2019

On July 17, 2019 Adam Sandman of Inflectra and Henrik Rexed of Neotys hosted a joint webinar called: Transform Software Testing & Quality with the Neotys-Inflectra Platform. The webinar demonstrated the powerful capabilities of this combined QA and performance testing platform vis-a-vis legacy tools. 

If you missed the webinar, here is a recap of the most important take-aways:

Generali Insurance Achieves Real-Time Quality Visibility with SpiraTeam from Inflectra

July 4, 2019

Generali Insurance was looking to streamline and simplify their test management processes as well as get a holistic view of the status of their different projects. They were looking to reduce the number of tools and adopt agile methodologies and practices. SpiraTeam has provided Generali with a common understanding of test and QA processes across the organization and enabled real-time visibility of the test coverage of all their requirements spanning multiple projects and programs.

Webinars On Demand: Agile Management By Inflectra

June 13, 2019

We have recently completed a series of in depth webinars on agile project management, software development and testing. The webinar series was immensely popular and so we are offering these webinars on demand. 

Please view the details below and register. 

Inflectra Webinar Series: Test Automation, Demystified

April 26, 2019

On May 15, 2019 Inflectra will launch a webinar series called: Test Automation, Demystified. This introductory seven (7) part webinar series is intended as a foundation helping participants bridge the gap between manual testing and test automation. The overarching goal of this Level 1 Test Automation Certificate webinar series is to build the participants’ basic understanding, and a skill set to start using test automation in their work.

Recap: #TeamInflectra at STPCon Spring 2019

April 9, 2019

With yet another great STPcon in the rearview mirror, we wanted to recap all the fun things we did in San Francisco, CA this April. 

Blog: STPCON San Francisco Plays Host to Inflectra's #TESTBOWL 2019

April 8, 2019

We are glad to report that our trip out west to host an annual #TestBowl (and attend the STPCon Spring 2019) was a sheer success!

But let’s go over this fantastic experience step by step:

Webinar Recap: Excellence through Reporting in Agile Projects

March 27, 2019

On March 21st, 2019, Inflectra and #SriramRajagopalan hosted a webinar on Excellence through Reporting in Agile Projects. This webinar concluded the 5 part certificate series called: Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course.

If you missed the webinar, please enjoy the recap in this blog.

Blog: Excellence in Reporting In Agile Projects

March 26, 2019

When we focus on reporting, we often fail to recognize value using benefit delivery. Instead, many view reports only as a transactional instrument. Based on my experience in managing the program management office, and being a change agent for a product development framework, I believe the purpose of a report is to tell a story! The story not only should tell what has happened but also give a preview of what may come!

Blog: Cutting Costs and Managing Software Quality

March 14, 2019

The concepts of quality have been talked for several decades. There are numerous quality gurus that have advanced simplistic frameworks that have stood the test of time and are applicable even today. 

Blog: Five Essentials To Requirements Management

February 28, 2019

The blog is produced in conjunction with Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course.

The corporate business practices have evolved significantly. The products we develop are getting more complex and sophisticated. No longer are the software always having a graphical user interface for users, as wearable technologies and surgical implants transmitting updates to a mobile app are becoming commonplace. These emerging products, applications, and services will require identifying, gathering, and grooming requirements critical aspects of project management and product development.

Webinar Recap: 5 Principles to Managing Your Application Lifecycle with SpiraTeam®

January 31, 2019

On January 24, 2019, Inflectra and #SriramRajagopalan offered to a group of aspiring agilists a webinar on Five Principles to Managing Your Application Lifecycle with SpiraTeam®. The webinar is part of Inflectra's certificate course called: Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course.

If you missed the webinar, we understand - and are happy to share with you the most important take aways from the webinar.

Inflectra Supports Country-Level Software Testing Cups

January 30, 2019

Software testing enthusiast everywhere will be happy to learn about Inflectra's new initiative to sponsor country-level software testing competitions all over the globe. 

STAGE: The 5 Principles Of Application Life-Cycle Management

January 25, 2019

The blog is produced in conjunction with Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course.

Often, when people hear about application lifecycle management, they interpret the terminology with things they know. Project Managers or Scrum Masters will think of the current scope of the project or the specific iteration/release that has a known scope and relatively short duration. Business Analysts, Product Managers, and Product Owners think of the product lifecycle management that has an uncertain scope and unclearly long duration. Architects, Designers, Developers, and Testers focus on software development lifecycle. Operations, Service Delivery, Program Managers and Portfolio Managers think of the deployment considerations, release documentation, and benefits realization.

Agile by Inflectra - Certificate Course - FAQs

January 14, 2019

Inflectra is hosting Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course for those who choose to learn more about how Inflectra approaches agile software development and testing process. The course participants are eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion after the course is completed. 

If you are interested in learning more about getting Agile By Inflectra Course Certificate, feel free to check out our FAQ below: 

Journey Into Agile With Inflectra - A Free Webinar Course

January 2, 2019

Inflectra and  #sriramrajagopalan are teaming up to bring you a free five-part online training course on agile project lifecycle management called: Journey Into Agile With Inflectra.

What Do Knoxville, TN & Lexington, KY Tech Meet-Ups Have In Common?

October 8, 2018

Well, other than geography (both are in North America, and are predominantly English-language groups), they also are the proud recipients of an Inflectra sponsorship in 2018!

Knox QA and Bluegrass IIBA Chapter in Lexington, KY are volunteer-run groups that strive to build the community of practice centered around professional excellence in tech, business management and analytics. They both have a vibrant local following, and an active meet-up culture that is nurturing, inclusive and supportive.  That is why Inflectra is helping the two groups by rewarding their hard work and enthusiasm.

Five Steps To Redesigning A Business Website

February 26, 2018

A modern business website has to do so many things at once. It's this strange mix of full page billboard ad, store front, order hotline, technical manuals, newsletter, and more. Our website has evolved over the years to deliver on all of these while keeping pace with our products and the devices we use. We recently launched a redesigned site that clears away a lot of old HTML cobwebs, and give us a fresh new look we hope our visitors will enjoy. Here are our top five tips to redesigning a business website (something any business should do, in some form, regularly).

How To Ace Your Next Tech Convention

October 6, 2017

If you are a software company, you probably market your products at trade fairs, conventions and such. We recently went to one and decided to share some lessons learned on how to make the most of your time, $$$ and how to maximize ROI.

Putting the Balance Back into Business - The Inflectra Way not the Wall Street Way

August 14, 2017

When we started Inflectra 11 years ago we decided that we wanted to create a different kind of company. Instead of chasing Venture Capital firms with the latest hot idea, we focused on listening to prospective customers' needs and building great software. Over the past eleven years we have consistently focused on these three things: Craft, Customers and Culture. So we decided it made sense to take a step back, look at our core values and make sure they truly spoke to these tenets.

The Top 3 Tools In Automated UI Testing for Dynamics AX

August 7, 2017

Ever wonder which automated UI testing software to use for Dynamics AX ?

We have a review that compares the three top tools on the market: Visual Studio Coded UI, Rapise and AXeptance. Read how each of them fair when tested against the following five criteria:

1. functionality
2. ease of use & maintenance
3. date-driven testing
4. reliability
5. speed

#TechTuesday: Resilient UI Test Automation for Web Applications

June 20, 2017

Web applications are a perfect example of a rapidly moving target for UI test automation tools. Agile and DevOps drive small changes and frequent releases. This leads to certain challenges in QA field. How to create tests that survive after small UI changes? How to create tests that produce same results if ran 10 times in a row on an unmodified application? How to create tests that check exactly those features they were designed to check?

Answers to these questions are not entirely simple. Test automation is still an art.

In this blog we try to figure out what every test automation engineer can do to find the right answers. First I'll give a few examples that illustrate common challenges in Web UI test automation.

Expanding Inflectra’s User Universe One Country At A Time

June 9, 2017

Team Inflectra is traveling to Israel to participate in DevGeekWeek2017 – an annual, 5-day conference on all aspects of software development. Three Inflectra software engineers will give talks, meet face-to-face with Inflectra’s partners, customers and users and organize social events in Herzliya, Israel between June 19 and 22, 2017.

So, if you are in town for this exciting conference, look up Inflectra, get on our guest list and get much more out of your participation in DevGeekWeek2017.

Tech Job Advice Event in Silver Spring, MD!

May 5, 2017

I already know you are planning to be out and about during Fiesta Asia in downtown Silver Spring, MD on May 7. But while celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is good for your soul, we invite you to combine play with a bit of job-search advice at Inflectra's Company HQ down the street. Come spend an afternoon working for your own future at Tech Recruitment Workshop for aspiring coders, programmers and software testing enthusiasts!

If you want a job in tech, then you are not going to want to miss this free Tech Job Advice workshop on May 7!

Start Your Tech Side Hustle with Inflectra

February 17, 2017

If you are looking for a tech side hustle, you’ve come to the right place. And, get this: we’ve done the company research for you. Read about what we need and decide if you want to make some cash, while doing something you like.

What we are looking for: in the short run, we are interested in high quality, sharable content focused on software development and testing, automated testing, DevOps, ALM, agile software development, continuous delivery and so on. Our longer-term goal is to build up a corps of tech evangelists and influencers who love our products and are available for speaking engagements, trainings, software-related curriculum development, etc.

What we are offering: short-term per blog compensation, with long-term opportunities such as web and event sponsorship and tech evangelist position with Inflectra.

Inflectra Gives Back! Agile Training Champion at Your Service

February 1, 2017

As part of Inflectra’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, we are developing fresh and innovative approaches to giving back to our global user community as well as to our local community in DC metropolitan area.  

Along with our internship program, announced in January 2017, Inflectra is expanding its training capabilities in order to offer our fans an array of virtual resources to meet their software development needs. Furthermore, while our users are spread widely across the world, we, at Inflectra, see a great value in forging North to South cooperation and skills-transfer to build our follower base in the global South. In an increasingly globalized world, we are using multiple social media channels to reach and engage tech-savvy youth of various backgrounds everywhere.

Unlock The Secrets of SpiraTeam v5.1!

December 12, 2016

Spira v5.1 is now out! This blog gives you some insight into the release and discusses our accelerated release strategy going forward.