The Case for Manual Testing in an Automated World
In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the debate between manual and automated testing has become a staple of QA discussions. While automation has undoubtedly revolutionized the testing process with its speed, efficiency, and repeatability, declaring the end of manual testing would be premature and misguided. Here’s why manual testing remains an indispensable component of any robust testing strategy, even in an automated world. The Human Element: Where Automation Falls Short Automation excels in executing repetitive tasks, performing regression testing, and providing rapid feedback within the continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. However, it lacks the intuitive and creative capabilities that human testers bring to the table. Manual testing introduces the human element, allowing testers to explore and uncover complex issues that automated scripts might overlook. ...