Elevate Your Testing Strategy: An Introduction to Mutation Testing

Bio: Altuğ Bilgin Altıntaş is an IT professional with extensive experience as a Software Architect, Author, and Mentor. He is highly experienced in the Software Development Life-Cycle, Project Management, Business Analysis, Lean and Business Agility Methods, and Java Technologies. Altuğ has published books on Java Technologies and Agile management with Kanban. He is active as a speaker and event organizer. A staunch advocate of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and clean coding, Altuğ strives to deliver high-quality, maintainable software. His insatiable curiosity fuels his continuous learning journey, allowing him to stay at the forefront of business agility methods and best practices. He is currently working for ING Technology as an Enterprise Architect.

Abstract: Join us for an insightful session on Mutation Testing, where we explore its definition, purpose, and advantages over traditional testing methods. Learn how to ensure the quality of your production code and tackle the challenge of testing code quality. Delve into the mutation testing process, understand mutators, and review real-world examples and case studies. Gain practical tips and best practices to integrate Mutation Testing into your workflow, enhancing your overall testing efficiency and effectiveness.

Workshop Session Description: This 1-hour workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of Mutation Testing, emphasizing its importance and advantages over traditional testing methods. We will explore how to ensure the quality of your production code, measure code coverage effectively, and understand the concept of mutators. The session includes practical examples, case studies, and best practices to integrate Mutation Testing into your workflow, thereby enhancing your testing efficiency.

Prerequisites for Attendees:

• Java Version: Java 21
• Build Tool: Maven
• IDE: IntelliJ, VS Code, or NetBeans

Participants should ensure that they have the required software installed and configured on their systems before attending the workshop for a smooth and productive session.