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DEVELOPER EXPLORATORY TESTING

Exploratory testing for developers

Having problems engaging developers in quality work? Developer exploratory testing turns it into a game. It also improves the domain knowledge and is an awesome way to transfer knowledge. Get help facilitating your own exploratory testing sessions, to get started. Then turn it to a regular part of your quality work, for fun and profit.

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