exploratory testing (ET)

wow, this is a new concept for me and to tell the truth, the topic i find very interesting.
exploratory testing (ET) - simultaneous learning, test design and test execution. The tester thinks, learns, improves his test design, learns, thinks, etc. Previously called ad-hoc testing. Have been working on this for a few years :) Search wikipedia for more, or find some James Bach or Jonathan Kohl articles on the topic.

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