This book is a comprehensive reference that shows readers how to test software applications using step-by-step guidelines, checklists, and templates for each testing activity. This new edition is more than 40% new and revised to cover latest software industry and regulatory developments. The book begins with a self-assessment that readers can use to identify the specific chapters of the book that will provide the guidance they need. About The Author: William E. Perry is founder and Executive Director of the Quality Assurance Institute, which sponsors the most widely accepted certification program for software testing. The current second edition of his Effective Methods for Software Testing has sold nearly 10,000 copies ($80, professional discount). He is also the founder and CEO of both the Internal Control Institute and the e-learning website, QOI Campus. Table Of Contents: Introduction Part I: Assessing Testing Capabilities and Competencies Part II: Building a Software Testing Environment Part III: The Seven-Step Testing Process Part IV: Incorporating Specialized Testing Responsibilities Part V: Building Agility into the Testing Process Index Special Features: ?Software developers ?Testers ?IT managers