Business Benefits of Test-Driven Development: Insights from Oliver Davies

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Oliver Davies recently highlighted the vital role of test-driven software development and automated testing on the Agile Digital Transformation Podcast with Tim Butara. Drawing from his extensive 16-year experience in Drupal, including work on drupal.org and an Acquia Triple Certification, Davies emphasized the significance of robust testing processes in mitigating business risks. The conversation explored why non-developers should prioritize testing, ways developers can assist in this understanding, and the potential integration of generative AI tools in test-driven development. The discussion advocated for proactive investment in writing tests to prevent downtime, stressing the tangible impact of downtime due to inadequate testing.

Title: Oliver Davies - The business case for test-driven software development & automated testing
Byline: Tim Butara
Date of Publication: 07 Dec 2023
Organization: Agiledrop
URL: https://www.agiledrop.com/podcast/oliver-davies-business-case-test-driven-software-development-automated-testing

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