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Q1. Current CTC, Expected CTC, Notice Period, Skill set
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Q2. Open for Fixed term hire? Open for working from client location at Gurgaon? (3 days from office)
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Yes, open for fixed term hire and working from client location at Gurgaon for 3 days a week.
• Open for fixed term hire

• Willing to work from client location at Gurgaon for 3 days a week
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Q1. Introduction, Current role and responsibilities
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Q2. List out the achievements in current project, Tools used
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Implemented automated testing using Selenium WebDriver and JUnit in Agile environment
• Implemented automated testing framework using Selenium WebDriver

• Utilized JUnit for test case management

• Worked in Agile environment to ensure continuous testing and integration
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Q3. Pilot vs Beta testing. How can newly developed functionality be tested via automation rather doing it manually?
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Pilot testing is done by a small group of users before the full release, while beta testing is done by a larger group of users. Automation testing can be used for regression testing, smoke testing, and performance testing.
• Pilot testing involves a small group of users testing the functionality in a controlled environment.

• Beta testing involves a larger group of users testing the functionality in a real-world environment.

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Q4. Primary key vs Unique key in SQL, Query to find row having last id in sql
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Primary key uniquely identifies a record, while unique key allows only one instance of a value in a column. Query to find last id involves using ORDER BY and LIMIT.
• Primary key enforces uniqueness and not null constraint on a column

• Unique key enforces uniqueness but allows null values

• To find row with last id, use ORDER BY id DESC LIMIT 1 in SQL query
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Q5. Explain Software Testing Life Cycle, Defect Life Cycle
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Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) involves planning, designing, executing, and reporting on tests. Defect Life Cycle includes identification, logging, fixing, and retesting defects.
• STLC includes requirements analysis, test planning, test design, test execution, and test closure.

• Defect Life Cycle involves defect identification, defect logging, defect fixing, defect retesting, and defect closure.

• STLC ensures that the so...read more
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Q6. What's the meaning of 303 status code in API? Put vs Delete method in API What is 3 point estimation technique in Agile?
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303 status code in API means 'See Other'. PUT method is used to update data, while DELETE method is used to remove data. 3 point estimation technique in Agile is used to estimate tasks.
• 303 status code indicates that the resource can be found at a different URI and should be retrieved from there

• PUT method is used to update an existing resource in the API

• DELETE method is used to remove a resource from the API

• 3 point esti...read more
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Q7. What kind of links and labels can be tagged to a bug in jira?
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Links and labels that can be tagged to a bug in Jira
• Links: related issues, documents, websites

• Labels: priority, severity, type, status
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Q8. Have you done shell scripting? What does grep, href commands do in unix?
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Shell scripting is a way to automate tasks in Unix/Linux systems. Grep is used to search for specific patterns in text files. Href is not a standard Unix command.
• Shell scripting automates tasks by writing scripts in a Unix/Linux environment

• Grep command is used to search for specific patterns in text files

• Example: grep 'search_pattern' file.txt

• Href is not a standard Unix command, it may be a typo or a custom script
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Q9. As a lead, how would you resolve conflict with a team member? As a lead, if you are given plenty of tasks to be completed with in a limited time frame. What would be your approach in doing them?
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To resolve conflict with a team member, communication is key. Prioritize understanding, address the issue calmly, find common ground, and work towards a solution together.
• Listen to the team member's perspective and concerns

• Communicate openly and calmly about the issue

• Find common ground and areas of agreement

• Work together to find a solution that benefits both parties

• Seek input from other team members or a mediator if ne
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Q10. Open for relocating to Bangalore and working from client's office? (with no relocation bonus) Open for working in night / rotational shift? (with no additional compensation) Open for working in long exten...read more
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Open to relocating to Bangalore, working in night shifts, long hours, and 24X7 culture. Goal is to excel in automation testing.
• Yes, open to relocating to Bangalore and working from client's office

• Yes, open to working in night/rotational shifts

• Yes, open to working in long extendable hours or 24X7 culture

• Goal is to excel in automation testing
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Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
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Q2. How did you spend your last weekend?
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Q1. Can you provide an overview of your professional background and personal interests?
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Q2. Can you describe the best day of your life?
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Q1. Java coding output predict related questions , try catch , string concept
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Q2. Switch case
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Q3. Inheritance
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Q4. What challanges faced in automation
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Challenges in automation include dynamic UI elements, data synchronization, and maintenance of test scripts.
• Dynamic UI elements can be challenging to automate as they may change frequently.

• Data synchronization between different systems can be difficult to achieve in automation.

• Maintenance of test scripts can be time-consuming, especially when application changes frequently.
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Q1. How to read the data and assert with db value in api automation
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To read data and assert with db value in API automation, use API response to extract data and compare with database query result.
• Extract data from API response using JSON parsing libraries like Gson or Jackson

• Execute database query to retrieve expected value

• Compare the extracted data with the database value using assertion libraries like TestNG or JUnit
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Q2. 401 & 403 status code
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Q1. Managerial behavioural questions
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Q1. What is correlation and parameterization?
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Correlation is the process of extracting dynamic values from server responses and passing them to subsequent requests. Parameterization is the process of replacing hard-coded values in scripts with variables.
• Correlation involves identifying and capturing dynamic values like session IDs or tokens from server responses.

• Parameterization involves replacing hard-coded values in scripts with variables to make them reusable a...read more
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Q2. Explain load, stress, all testing?
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Load testing is to test the system under normal and peak load conditions, stress testing is to test the system beyond its limits, and all testing is a combination of both.
• Load testing checks the system's ability to handle expected load levels, ensuring performance under normal conditions.

• Stress testing pushes the system beyond its limits to identify breaking points and measure performance degradation.

• All testing combin...read more
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Q3. Explain PTLC?
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PTLC stands for Performance Testing Life Cycle, which is a set of activities involved in the performance testing process.
• PTLC involves planning, preparation, execution, analysis, and reporting of performance tests.

• It includes defining performance goals, creating test scenarios, setting up test environments, running tests, analyzing results, and making recommendations.

• Example: In PTLC, performance engineers work closely...read more
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Q4. Loadrunner scripting, execution and reports issue faced and how to process?
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Issues faced in Loadrunner scripting, execution, and reports
• Scripting: faced issues with correlation, parameterization, and dynamic data handling

• Execution: encountered problems with test environment setup, resource constraints, and test data management

• Reports: struggled with result analysis, performance bottlenecks identification, and report customization
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Q5. LG calculation and workload modelling process?
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LG calculation and workload modelling process involves determining the number of Load Generators required and creating a realistic simulation of user behavior.
• Calculate the number of Load Generators needed based on expected user load and performance goals.

• Create workload models by analyzing user behavior patterns, transaction volumes, and system usage.

• Consider factors like peak load times, user distribution, and transa...read more
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Q6. NFR scenarios?
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NFR scenarios refer to non-functional requirements that define the quality attributes of a system.
• NFR scenarios focus on aspects like performance, scalability, reliability, and security.

• Examples include load testing to assess system performance under expected load, stress testing to evaluate system behavior under extreme conditions, and security testing to identify vulnerabilities.

• NFR scenarios help ensure that the sys...read more
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Q1. Loadrunner questions
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Q1. Check your soft skills
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Q1. Complete your details
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Online assessment (Technical, English, Reasoning)

Q1. Difference between Balance sheet and trial balance
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Balance sheet shows assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time. Trial balance lists all ledger accounts with their balances.
• Balance sheet is a snapshot of a company's financial position at a specific point in time.

• Trial balance is a list of all ledger accounts with their balances to ensure debits equal credits.

• Balance sheet includes assets, liabilities, and equity sections.

• Trial balance is used to prep...read more
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Q2. Standard costing formula
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Standard costing formula calculates the expected cost of a product based on predetermined standards.
• Standard costing formula includes direct materials, direct labor, and overhead costs.

• It helps in comparing actual costs with standard costs to identify variances.

• Formula: Standard Cost = Standard Quantity of Inputs x Standard Price of Inputs
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Q3. Journal entries for Prepaid Accruals Depreciation with accumulated depreciation concept Provision for Bad debts DTA and DTL
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Explanation of journal entries for Prepaid, Accruals, Depreciation, Provision for Bad debts, DTA, and DTL.
• Prepaid expenses are initially recorded as assets and then expensed over time as they are used up.

• Accruals are expenses incurred but not yet paid or revenue earned but not yet received.

• Depreciation is the allocation of the cost of a fixed asset over its useful life, with accumulated depreciation representing the to...read more
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Q4. Case study on Ind AS 115
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Q5. Preparation of balance sheet and computation of various ratios
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Preparation of balance sheet involves listing assets, liabilities, and equity. Ratios are computed using financial data from the balance sheet.
• List all assets, liabilities, and equity on the balance sheet

• Calculate various financial ratios such as current ratio, debt to equity ratio, and return on equity

• Use formulae like Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities

• Interpret the ratios to analyze the financial he
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Q6. Accounting principles
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Q1. What is DTA and DTL
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DTA stands for Deferred Tax Asset and DTL stands for Deferred Tax Liability.
• DTA is an asset recorded on a company's balance sheet that may be used to reduce taxable income in the future.

• DTL is a liability recorded on a company's balance sheet that represents taxes that have been accrued but not yet paid.

• DTA arises when a company has overpaid taxes or has tax deductions that exceed its taxable income.

• DTL arises when a c...read more
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Q2. Accounting entry for accumulated depreciation
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Accumulated depreciation is a contra asset account that represents the total depreciation expense taken on an asset since it was acquired.
• Accumulated depreciation is recorded on the balance sheet as a reduction from the gross amount of fixed assets to arrive at the net book value.

• The accounting entry for accumulated depreciation involves debiting the depreciation expense account and crediting the accumulated depreciati...read more
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Q4. Standard costing formula
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Standard costing formula calculates the expected cost of a product based on predetermined standards.
• Standard costing formula = Standard cost of direct materials + Standard cost of direct labor + Standard manufacturing overhead cost

• Standard cost of direct materials = Standard quantity of materials x Standard price per unit

• Standard cost of direct labor = Standard hours of labor x Standard rate per hour

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Q5. Difference between budgeting and forecasting
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Budgeting involves setting financial goals and allocating resources, while forecasting predicts future financial outcomes based on past data and trends.
• Budgeting is a plan for how to allocate resources and achieve financial goals

• Forecasting predicts future financial outcomes based on past data and trends

• Budgeting is typically done on an annual basis, while forecasting can be done on a shorter or longer term basis

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Q6. Meaning of variance analysis
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Variance analysis is a technique used to identify and analyze the difference between planned financial outcomes and actual results.
• Variance analysis helps in understanding the reasons for deviations from budgeted or expected figures.

• It involves comparing actual financial performance with budgeted or standard performance.

• Common types of variances include price variance, quantity variance, and mix variance.

• Variance analy...read more
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Basic quant and reasoning questions
Selenium MCQ
Java programs with MCQ

Q1. Tell me about yourself
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Q2. Where you initialise driver
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The driver is typically initialized in the setup method of a test automation framework.
• Driver initialization is usually done in a setup method before test execution.

• Commonly used methods for driver initialization include WebDriverManager, System.setProperty, and driver instantiation.

• Example: WebDriverManager.chromedriver().setup();
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Q3. Driver is static or non static
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Driver can be both static and non-static depending on the context of its usage.
• Driver class can be static if it is used to initiate the WebDriver instance in a test automation framework.

• Driver class can be non-static if it is used as an instance variable within a test class.

• Static driver can be accessed directly without creating an object of the class.

• Non-static driver requires an object of the class to be created befo
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Q4. Difference between static and non static
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Static variables belong to the class itself, while non-static variables belong to instances of the class.
• Static variables are shared among all instances of a class

• Non-static variables are unique to each instance of a class

• Static variables are initialized only once, at the start of the program

• Non-static variables are initialized separately for each instance of the class
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Q5. Disadvantages of static and non static
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Static and non-static have their own disadvantages in QA automation testing.
• Static methods cannot be overridden or inherited, making it difficult to create flexible test cases.

• Non-static methods require an instance of the class to be created, which can lead to increased memory usage.

• Static methods can lead to tight coupling between classes, making it harder to maintain and update the code.

• Non-static methods may have de...read more
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Q6. Parallel execution in TestNG
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TestNG allows parallel execution of test cases to save time and improve efficiency.
• TestNG provides the 'parallel' attribute in the testng.xml file to specify the level of parallelism for test execution.

• Parallel execution can be achieved at the test level, class level, method level, or suite level.

• TestNG also supports parallel execution of tests across multiple classes or suites using the 'parallel' attribute in the sui...read more
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Q7. Write the code for Parallel testing in TestNG
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Parallel testing in TestNG allows running tests concurrently for faster execution.
• Use 'parallel' attribute in testng.xml file to specify parallel execution mode.

• Set 'parallel' attribute to 'methods', 'classes', or 'tests' based on the level of parallelism needed.

• Example: <suite name='MySuite' parallel='tests'>

• Use 'thread-count' attribute to specify the number of threads to use for parallel execution.
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Q8. Difference between parallel methods and parallel tests
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Parallel methods run multiple methods concurrently within a single test, while parallel tests run multiple tests concurrently.
• Parallel methods execute multiple methods within a single test class concurrently.

• Parallel tests execute multiple test classes concurrently.

• Parallel methods are useful for speeding up the execution of a single test, while parallel tests are useful for running multiple tests faster.

• Example: Runni...read more
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Q9. Upload file using rest assured
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Use Rest Assured to upload a file
• Use the given file path to create a File object

• Use MultiPartSpecBuilder to build the request with the file

• Send the request using Rest Assured's given(), when(), and post() methods
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Q10. Postman basic questions
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Q11. Parameter for post method in postman
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The parameter for a POST method in Postman is typically sent in the request body.
• Parameters are sent in the request body in key-value pairs

• Parameters can be sent as form-data, x-www-form-urlencoded, or raw JSON

• Example: {"key": "value"}
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Q12. BDD Framework cucumber
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Q13. Cucumber execution process
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Q14. How cucumber know step defination file placed
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Cucumber knows the step definition file based on the annotations provided in the feature files.
• Cucumber uses annotations like @Given, @When, @Then to map steps in feature files to corresponding step definition methods.

• Step definition files are typically placed in a separate package or directory within the project structure.

• Cucumber scans the project directory for step definition files based on the package structure and
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Q15. Parameters used in cucumber
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Parameters used in cucumber are used to pass values to the step definitions in feature files.
• Parameters are defined in feature files using < > syntax

• Parameters can be passed to step definitions using Regular Expressions

• Parameters can be used to make scenarios more reusable and dynamic
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Q16. Datatable in cucumber
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Datatable in Cucumber is used to pass multiple sets of data to a step definition in a scenario.
• Datatables are defined using pipes (|) to separate values

• Each row in the datatable represents a set of data passed to the step definition

• Datatables can be used for parameterization and data-driven testing
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Q17. Have u created the testplan document when porject was started
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Yes, I have created the test plan document at the start of the project.
• Yes, I always create a test plan document at the beginning of a project to outline the testing approach and strategy.

• The test plan document includes details on scope, objectives, resources, schedule, and test cases.

• It helps in ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on the testing process and expectations.

• For example, in my previous project, I cr...read more
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Q18. Testing cycle when project was on initial level
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During the initial testing cycle of a project, focus is on establishing test cases, setting up test environments, and identifying potential issues.
• Creating test cases based on requirements

• Setting up test environments

• Identifying potential issues and risks

• Executing test cases and reporting defects

• Collaborating with developers to resolve issues
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Q19. Risk management and risk based testing
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Q20. Which estimate technique you follow , if fibonacci then why it is in 1 2 3 5 8 13 ?? Not in 12345678
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Fibonacci sequence is a mathematical pattern where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.
• Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.

• The sequence starts with 1, 2, then each subsequent number is the sum of the two previous numbers (1+2=3, 2+3=5, 3+5=8, and so on).

• This sequence is used in estimating because it reflects natural growth patterns found in natur
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Q21. What is testing matrix and automation ROI
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Testing matrix is a tool used to track test coverage and automation ROI is the return on investment from implementing automation testing.
• Testing matrix is a visual representation of test cases, test scenarios, and their coverage across different platforms, browsers, devices, etc.

• Automation ROI is the measure of the benefits gained from automation testing compared to the costs incurred in implementing and maintaining th...read more
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Q22. Cicd tool
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Q23. Handle team ?
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Q1. Sales executive
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Q2. How much salary
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Q1. Always set ur Goals and target
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Q2. Focus in your work and marketing on your job profile
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Q1. Discipline in work's
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Q1. Motivational sales arena
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Q1. What is your experience with Angular, and how does it work? What are pipes and components in Angular?
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Q2. Can you replicate the screen in Angular that is currently visible on your display?
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Multiple questions regarding data structures.