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nothingunrealistic · 1 month ago

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Elena Oxman’s deeply affecting new movie, “Outerlands,” arrives at just the right moment, when conventional multiplex fare doesn’t seem to capture the way we are feeling in our complex world. The film, which closed the San Francisco International Film Festival last month, screens again Friday at the Smith Rafael Film Center and on June 22 and 27 at Oakland’s New Parkway Theater and The City’s Vogue Theatre, respectively, during the Frameline Festival. It addresses not only the feeling of being edged out of our own souls emotionally, but also being edged out in our own city. “I think it’s a film that has quite a bit of pain in it,” said Oxman, who recently spoke with The Examiner via a video call. “Personally, I’m very interested in pain, very interested in exploring it,” she continues. “But there was a question of what’s too much.”

“Outerlands” follows Cass (Asia Kate Dillon, known for “Orange Is the New Black” and “Billions”), a gig worker who uses they/them pronouns and lives in San Francisco’s gray Richmond district. Cass juggles jobs as a nanny, a restaurant server (at North Beach’s Tosca Cafe) and a drug dealer, insisting that they be paid in cash, to be able to afford their humble apartment. One evening, in a local laundromat, they spy a cute co-worker, Kalli (Louisa Krause), flirt a little, and wind up spending a night together. Later, Kalli asks Cass if they can watch her 11-year-old daughter Ari (Ridley Asha Bateman) while she goes out of town. Days pass with no sign of Kalli’s return, forcing Cass to reconsider their own childhood traumas, and to find ways to connect and communicate with Ari. Comedian and singer Lea DeLaria, a one-time staple of the 1980s and ’90s San Francisco queer scene, plays Denise, a bank worker who notices Cass’ pain and responds with empathy. “I knew it needed that kind of relief — the friendly, open-hearted person who’s just there for them,” Oxman said of DeLaria’s role. “It’s the family that you make, rather than the family you’re born with. You just find the right people along the way.” Getting to this feature-directing debut was a long and not necessarily direct road. Oxman said she had been making “little films” since she was 11. She made short documentaries for a while before earning a graduate degree and going into teaching both film studies and film production at the College of San Mateo and Stanford University, among other schools. Oxman shot the 2014 short film “Lit,” which led to a residency at SFFilm FilmHouse, where she began developing “Outerlands.” “You’re able to develop specific projects, but it’s also a great networking opportunity where you connect with producers,” Oxman said. “I ended up finding my producer, Marc Smolowitz, in that network. That was a key moment. We sent the script to Asia Kate Dillon, who I’d been watching on ’Billions.’”

At first Oxman wasn’t sure about Dillon, since the actor in real life was so very different from the character of Cass. “I knew that this film needed a kind of actor who could be able to communicate a lot with a little, and have kind of a searing quality,” she said. “Asia’s just got these eyes and just this way about them. Attaching them was a big step.”

With only 23 shooting days and little room for error, Oxman and Dillon prepared intensively. They met in person for a five-day prep session — as well as many video meetings — to flesh out the character. “We really got on a very granular level, just practicing how Cass walks, finding their center of gravity — You know, what’s their voice like?” Oxman said. “And it just kind of all clicked. Asia is just so intuitive and empathic.” “They’re in every single scene,” she said. “They just really carry it. Both Chris [Brown, the film’s editor] and I were stunned when we were in the edit. They just radiate something.” San Francisco’s Richmond district, where Oxman used to live, is another star of the movie. Denizens of that foggy outlying neighborhood will recognize many local bars, restaurants, corners and other landmarks. “There’s a certain quality to it, places that are hanging on and represent an older way of doing things,” she said of her former home. “It’s like the antithesis of the tech stuff. There’s a real analog, gritty quality. It tracks the way that The City has changed — and as we know, San Franciscans are sensitive to those changes.” Oxman paid special attention to the color and tone of the movie. “We suppressed a lot of the reds; Cass has more greens and yellows and beiges. There was definitely the sense that they shopped at thrift stores,” she said. “And then Ari brings this new shock of color, this red, which is also kind of a heart center color.” The use of San Francisco locations and many mood-setting “pillow shots,” such as one of the Geary-Masonic Tunnel, conveys a kind of sadness and loss that perfectly complements the mood of the film. “I love the Geary-Masonic Tunnel,” she said. “I find it a very underrated piece of architecture. Even if you don’t know what it is, the way the light snakes down the center gives you a certain feeling, a glimpse into a stage of The City’s history. It’s not the shiny new stuff. It’s this in-between that’s kind of fading.”

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tinybasementtale · 9 months ago

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Full Stack Testing vs. Full Stack Development: What’s the Difference?

In today’s fast-evolving tech world, buzzwords like Full Stack Development and Full Stack Testing have gained immense popularity. Both roles are vital in the software lifecycle, but they serve very different purposes. Whether you’re a beginner exploring your career options or a professional looking to expand your skills, understanding the differences between Full Stack Testing and Full Stack Development is crucial. Let’s dive into what makes these two roles unique!

What Is Full Stack Development?

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Full Stack Testing is all about ensuring quality at every stage of the software development lifecycle. A Full Stack Tester is responsible for testing applications across multiple layers – from front-end UI testing to back-end database validation – ensuring a seamless user experience. They blend manual and automation testing skills to detect issues early and prevent software failures.

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opera-ghosts · 2 years ago

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Here we see the Italian bass Nazzareno de Angelis (1881 – 1962) as King Henry from Lohengrin. I love the imposing costume and regal pose.

De Angelis was born at L’Aquila on 17 November, 1881 and began his musical life as a boy soprano, first with local choirs, then at the Capella Sistina in the Vatican. After his voice lowered, he studied with one Dr. Faberi at the Accademia di Santa Cecilia in Rome. For several years, he and his mentors wondered about his true vocal placement, and he studied both baritone and bass scores with equal intensity. The top of his voice was tremendous, but it became increasingly clear that it was centred where kings, prophets and devils live. His last two years at the Accademia were spent developing repertoire, and he gave several recitals there before making his opera début at the Comunale of L’Aquila in May of 1903 in Linda di Chamounix, followed by an opera called“L’Educate di Sorrento, by E. Usiglio, at the same theatre.

Hearing of his enormous success the management of Rome’s Teatro Quirino immediately engaged him, and, in early July, he débuted in Norma. He subsequently appeared at the Teatro Adriano as Il Spettro in Hamlet, to the Ofelia of Maria Barrientos and the Hamlet of Battistini, followed by Rigoletto and Tosi Orsini’s Yanthis. In 1904, after some twelve performances of La Gioconda at the Teatro Lirico of Milan, he appeared at Santa Maria Capua Vetere as Colline and at the Quirino in La Favorita, Il Barbiere di Siviglia (Basilio), Carmen (Zuniga), Ernani, Norma and Rigoletto. Carlo Galeffi was his Rigoletto in several performances. He toured the Netherlands from December of 1904 to May of 1905, singing such diverse roles as Dr. Grenvil in La Traviata, Zuniga in Carmen, Sparafucile in Rigoletto, Ferrando in Il Trovatore, Fouquier-Tinville in Andrea Chénier, Tom in Un Ballo in Maschera, Angelotti in Tosca, Basilio and Raimondo in Lucia di Lammermoor. The company gave performances in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague.

In the Autumn of 1905 he appeared at Mirandola in La Gioconda, at Parma’s Teatro Reinach in Rigoletto and Faust, and at Cagliari’s Teatro Regina Margherita as Alvise, along with those first historic performances of Mefistofele. Gaspare Nello Vetro’s Teatro Reinach says of his Faust Mefistofele: “The young Nazzareno De Angelis, now at the outset of his career, received the greatest applause and had to repeat ‘Dio dell’ Or’ at every performance.” At Cagliari, after his first performance of Boito’s Devil, the applause was interminable and it immediately led to a contract at Bari’s very important Teatro Petruzzelli, where he added Lohengrin and Iris to his roster of operas.

In the Spring of 1906 he left on his first South American tour, appearing at Santiago de Chile and Valparaiso from June to November. He sang nine roles to enormous success. On 16 August, the region was stunned by an earthquake so severe that performances had to be suspended until 1 September. The opera house at Valparaiso was almost completely destroyed, and it was there that the greatest damage occurred. Hundreds of people died, and the wounded numbered in the thousands. Despite recurring after-shocks, the season eventually returned to normal and, in addition to his scheduled performances, he participated in several hastily arranged benefits for earthquake victims. Among his new assignments were Ludovico to the commanding Otello of Antonio Paoli, and Marcel in Gli Ugonotti. His receptions were increasingly enthusiastic, and, before the season ended, he happily agreed to return. That agreement was honoured in both 1908 and 1909. El Mercurio said of him: “…. at the end of the Prologue to Mefistofele, De Angelis received a huge and most sincere ovation.” A later review stated that “he has reminded us again as Mefistofele how superb an artist he is, and in Germania has made us marvel at his versatility in this new role”.

The 1908 season saw him in eight operas including Gli Ugonotti with Hariclea Darclee, and in 1909, he sang nine roles including the creator part of Aquilante in Gloria After his appearances at Santiago, he is thought to have sung in Buenos Aires at the Teatro Coliseo, but no details have been unearthed about his roles during that engagement. He returned to the South American continent in 1910, 11, 12, 14, 19 and 1926, and he appeared in Buenos Aires, Rosario, Montevideo, Rio de Janeiro and São Paolo. He sang Mefistofele in every theatre at which he appeared, and in every season, except for 1914. The list of operas he performed in South America only is long: Tannhäuser, La Sonnambula, I Puritani, Gomes’s Il Guarany and Salvator Rosa, Galitsky in Prince Igor (his only Russian opera, though sung in Italian), Les Huguenots (also in Italian), de Campos’s Um Caso Singular, Verdi’s Otello and Franchetti’s Germania.

On 15 January, 1907 he débuted at La Scala as Alvise in La Gioconda and appeared for the first time in Tristan und Isolde, La Wally and as Aquilante de Bardi in the world premiere of Cilea’s Gloria. Despite recurring arguments with the theater’s management, including one four year hiatus, he would sing twenty four roles over twelve seasons. The year offered two other very important debuts, Alvise at the Teatro Verdi of Firenze with Eugenia Burzio, and King Marke at Bologna’s Teatro Comunale with Amelia Pinto, Giuseppe Borgatti and Giuseppe Pacini. Tristan und Isolde received fifteen performances and was followed by De Angelis’ only appearances in Tschaikovsky’s Iolanthe.

1908 brought with it the beginning of his Scala partnership with Ester Mazzoleni. They first appeared in Franchetti’s Cristoforo Colombo conducted by Toscanini in a run of 16 performances, followed by a revival of La Forza del Destino. Mazzoleni described the event:

You will not be able to imagine what happened on that opening night. Icilio Calleja started ‘O tu che in seno agli angeli’ both too soon and out of tune, at which point all hell broke loose in the house. The theatre took on the atmosphere of a bullring, and, as often happens when things are not going well, the audience vented its rage at everything in sight. Both Pasquale Amato and Luisa Garibaldi were booed and hissed without mercy. The only ones who escaped their fury were De Angelis and myself. At the end, after almost collapsing from nervous exhaustion, we received a standing ovation. Notwithstanding our personal success, Toscanini, eyes ablaze, cancelled the remaining performances.

On 19 December, 1908 De Angelis and Mazzoleni appeared in the historic production of Spontini’s La Vestale, a revival that was repeated 16 times, and then travelled to Paris. Verdi’s I Vespri Siciliani was next in the list of successes, and, on 30 December, 1909, they caused a sensation in Cherubini’s Medea. In March 1910, they appeared in what was to be their last opera together, Meyerbeer’s L’Africaine. This unbroken string of personal triumphs is one of the most legendary of all stories associated with the Milan theatre. Among other memorable evenings at La Scala was the world première of Montemezzi’s L’Amore dei Tre Re on 10 April, 1913 in the role of Archibaldo, which he later premièred at the Colón of Buenos Aires, the Costanzi of Rome, Rio de Janeiro, São Paolo and Trieste’s Teatro Verdi.

Of his Archibaldo in the Rome première of L’Amore dei Tre Re, Il Tempo, on 15 March, 1919, said: “De Angelis, the old lion, he of the pungent, powerful voice, sang the ideal performance of Montemezzi’s king.”

Most of 1910 was spent in the Western Hemisphere. On 31 May De Angelis debuted at Buenos Aires’ Teatro del Opera in Lohengrin with Salomea Krusceniski, Luisa Garibaldi, Dygas and Riccardo Stracciari ,and he completed his season in Aida with Giannina Russ, Garibaldi, and Giovanni Zenatello, Norma with Russ, Garibaldi and Dygas, Mefistofele with Krusceniski and Dmitri Smirnov and Gotterdammerung with Krusceniski and Dygas. In August, the company visited Montevideo for a three week season. after which De Angelis traveled to Chicago for his only performances in the United States.

On 3 November, 1910 he sang in the inaugural performance of the Chicago Civic Opera Company as Ramfis. The cast included Karolewicz, de Cisneros, Bassi, Sammarco and Dufranne. He subsequently sang Colline in La Boheme with John McCormack, Raimondo in Lucia di Lammermoor and Ashby in La Fanciulla del West. On 18 January 1911, in a closing night gala, he appeared as Ashby with Carolina White, Caruso and Sammarco. It is curious that De Angelis accepted a contract with Chicago for roles so small when he had already become the most important bass at La Scala and in many of South America’s theatres. Perhaps the heady company that he would be keeping attracted him; that, with the hope that other more important roles would come his way. He visited several other cities, but, outside of a single appearance in Fanciulla del West at Milwaukee in November.

Upon his return to Italy, De Angelis prepared for the most important début of his career: the Costanzi of Rome. The theatre was to present a gala ‘Musical Exposition’ of opera and ballet in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the declaration of the Kingdom of Italy. Among the notable events were the company premières of Verdi’s Macbeth and Donizetti’s Don Sebastiano and the Italian première of La Fanciulla del West, with Eugenia Burzio and Giovanni Martinelli. Serge Diaghilev’s Ballet Russe presented local premières of Les Sylphides and Giselle with Nijinsky, and Toscanini conducted several of the operas. In the midst of this carnival of riches, on 16 April, 1911, De Angelis débuted as Don Basilio with the stellar cast of Graziella Pareto, Umberto Macnez, Titta Ruffo and Giuseppe Kaschmann. The theatre was packed with family, friends, colleagues from his days at the Vatican and the Conservatorio, and former teachers. Dal Costanzi all’Opera states that “it was an evening of surpassing grandeur, refinement and polish, a performance beyond any criticism”. Il Giornale d’Italia reported that “De Angelis convinced a highly expectant audience that he is truly an artist of the first rank….The tumultuous applause that greeted the singers became a roar each time that he appeared before the great curtain”. He was to tell Paolo Silveri many years later that it was the most emotionally satisfying evening of his career. The bond between singer and city had been permanently cemented and he would return in thirteen additional seasons in seventeen roles.

On 23 May, De Angelis debuted at the Teatro Colon in Buenos Aires as the Landgrave in Tannhauser with Pasini-Vitale, Ferrari-Fontana and De Luca. He sang in ten operas, including his first performances in Don Carlo with Agostinelli, Garibaldi, Constantino and Ruffo, La Sonnambula with Barrientos and Bonci and I Puritani with Barrientos, Bonci and De Luca. The Colon hosted him the following year in seven operas, including his only performances as Friar Lawrence in Gounod’s Romeo et Juliette with Lucrezia Bori and Giuseppi Anselmi. De Angelis sang at the Colon for the last time in 1914, but he returned to Buenos Aires in 1919 as Basilio, Mefistofele, Galitzky, Mose and Archibaldo at the Teatro Coliseo.

On 10 October, De Angelis sang Mefistofele at the Costanzi for the first time, and it would be the defining event of his career. The first night audience cheered for nearly an hour and the next day’s reviews were among the most laudatory ever seen:

Mefistofele at Rome - Il Corriere d’Italia - 11 October, 1911. “This singer and magnificent actor can truly claim to be the greatest basso currently on the lyric stage. Extraordinary power, an excellent voice, clear and perfect diction and impeccable technique were all completely confirmed last night. His success was enormous.”

His triumph was reported on the front page of newspapers throughout Italy and he was immediately asked to sing the role in virtually every Italian theatre. Within four months he had débuted at Turin’s Regio, Trieste’s Verdi and the San Carlo of Naples, where he sang fourteen performances of the opera. Barcelona’s Liceo received him with enormous acclaim in April of 1913 and Mefistofele was to serve as his debut role at Venice’s Fenice, Genoa’s Carlo Felice and Politeama, Brescia’s Grande, Padua’s Verdi, Palermo’s Massimo and the Verona Arena. In 1918, De Angeles sang the role for the first time at La Scala with Linda Cannetti, Elena Rakowska and Gigli, and, in 1920, at Milan’s Dal Verme, he appeared in some fifteen performances of the opera with Hina Spani as Margherita. It was so overwhelming a part of his career, that in 1923, it was the only role he sang.

On 4 April, 1915, he sang Mosè for the first time, appearing at Rome’s Teatro Quirino and took the role to Firenze, Livorno’s Teatro Goldoni, the Comunale of Bologna and Milan’s Dal Verme. The cast included Giannina Russ, Adele Ponzano, Luigi Pieroni and Alessandro Dolci, and was conducted by Mascagni. The tour was among the very few performances he gave between the Spring of 1915 and the Winter of 1918. A 1916 press release from the Teatro Municipal of Santiago, Chile notes that, because he was serving in the Italian armed forces, he would not be able to appear. He returned to the stage at Rome’s Costanzi in February, 1918, and sang Mosè there on 23 April.

Mosè - 2 June, 1918 - Rome Dal Costanzi all’Opera. “On the closing night, which presented the tenth performance of Mosè, De Angelis achieved one of the greatest successes of his career.”

La Tribuna said: “The great bass received an ovation perhaps without parallel in memory. His performance was of monumental proportions, and the audience responded in kind.”

Over the next several years, De Angelis sang Mose at La Scala, Buenos Aires, Rosario, Montevideo, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paolo, Bergamo, Genoa, Ferrara, Trieste, Turin, Ancona, and, for the last time in 1925 at the Verona Arena.

Although De Angelis’ stage debut was in Linda di Chamounix, Donizetti and Bellini seem not to have been composers for whom he felt much affinity. In 1911, he sang in La Sonnambula and I Puritani at the Colón of Buenos Aires and, on the closing night of the 1926 season at Rio de Janeiro, he sang one additional lonely performance of I Puritani. By 1912, he had stopped singing in La Favorita and Lucia di Lammermoor and seems never to have appeared in a Donizetti opera again. He sang important revivals of Norma with Giannina Russ, Claudia Muzio, Vera Amerighi-Rutili, Bianca Scacciati and Iva Pacetti, but they were few in number and widely separated in time.

Lucia di Lammermoor at Buenos Aires - La Prensa - 27 May, 1911 Though the soprano role is the centrepiece of this opera, Barrientos’s grand companions, Constantino, Ruffo and De Angelis were all triumphant.

Norma at Rome - Il Tevere - 28 December, 1928 The evening confirmed the triumph of Norma, and of Muzio, Luisa Bertana, the tenor Mirassou and Nazzareno De Angelis, who conferred, with beauty of voice and physical presence, the ultimate realization of Oroveso.

Don Basilio in Il Barbiere di Siviglia was a very important role in De Angelis’s career, and he sang it in both the largest and smallest theatres. In the Spring of 1916 he toured among Parma’s Regio, Naples’ San Carlo, Pisa’s Verdi, Pesaro’s Salon Pedrotti and Rome’s Quirino in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the opera’s premiere. The cast for the performances was Fanny Anitua as Rosina; Carpi and Macnez sang Almaviva; Galeffi portrayed Figaro and Kaschmann, Bartolo. At Rome, the cast included de Hidalgo, Salvati and De Luca. He sang it at the Costanzi in 1919 and garnered his usual superlatives.

Il Barbiere di Siviglia at Rome - Il Messagero - 16 February, 1919 “This old opera rarely has one divo, fewer times two, but tonight there were four, de Hidalgo, Schipa, Galeffi and De Angelis, truly an Olympus of singers. It was a marvellous evening, one which made us almost believe that we were seeing the opera for the first time. The soloists sang as though inspired by some magic spirit.”

In 1919, De Angelis toured to Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paolo as Basilio with Angeles Ottein, Tito Schipa and Armand Crabbe. It was on this tour that he appeared in Prince Igor, Il Guarany and Salvator Rosa for the only times in his career. In 1921 he appeared as Basilio at Spoleto with the inimitable Conchita Supervia and in 1922 he appeared in a lavish production at La Scala with de Hidalgo, Hackett and Galeffi. In 1925 he made both his Swiss debut and farewell as Basilio at Lugano.

His Wagner roles were seven: King Marke in Tristan und Isolde, Wotan in both Das Rheingold and Die Walküre, King Henry in Lohengrin, Hagen in Götterdämmerung, the Landgrave in Tannhäuser and Gurnemanz in Parsifal. In 1914, he sang Gurnemanz an amazing twenty seven times during La Scala’s first season of Parsifal and premièred the opera at Buenos Aires’s Teatro Colón the following May. In January 1922, he returned to La Scala for eleven performances in a cast that included Helene Wildbrunn, Amadeo Bassi, and on the fourth night, the debut at that theater of Apollo Granforte. He appeared at Paris as Gurnemanz in May of the same year. De Angelis appeared in Die Walkuere at Rome, La Scala, Naples, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paolo and in Das Rheingold at Bologna, Rome and La Scala. In the winter of 1938 at Rome, he sang Wotan in Das Rheingold and Die Walküre, as well as Hagen, in the first ‘Ring’ ever performed completely in Italian. The undertaking was supervised by Tullio Serafin and the four operas were broadcast throughout Italy. De Angelis’ last Wagner performances were as Gurnemanz at the San Carlo of Naples in April, 1938.

Of his performances in the 1938 ‘Ring’at Rome, the following reviews are quoted.

Il Messagero, 25 January - Das Rheingold De Angelis sang with enormous resonance. His achievement was hard to imagine, sung with the greatest of expression, vigour and vibrancy.

Il Piccolo, 27 January - Die Walkuere He maintained a level of excellence throughout this very long and difficult role that was exceptional.

Among Verdi’s operas, he sang Zaccaria in Nabucco, Silva in Ernani. Ferrando in Il Trovatore, Grenvil in La Traviata, Sparafucile in Rigoletto, Tom in Un Ballo in Maschera, Padre Guardiano in La Forza del Destino, Procida in I Vespri Siciliani, Fiesco in Simon Boccanegra, King Philip in Don Carlo, Ramfis in Aida and Lodovico in Otello. Interestingly, he sang far fewer performances of Verdi than he did of Wagner. In fact, in no Verdi opera, outside of Aida, did he sing more than twenty five performances, and Simon Boccanegra, had only one revival, at La Scala in 1933. It was his last new role.

Aida - Rome - La Tribuna - 6 October, 1911 The Ramfis of Nazzareno De Angelis showed an extraordinarily robust, mellow and vibrant voice.

Nabucco - Rome - La Tribuna - 2 June, 1916 A memorable evening of art, of patriotic love.... in which all the artists offered a spectacle of singular interest. The interpreters, Nazzareno De Angelis in the white robes of the high priest, Zaccaria, Carlo Galeffi, Cecilia Gagliardi and Fanny Anitua gave superb examples of their great art.

Non-operatic appearances were fairly infrequent. He sang in Verdi’s Manzoni Requiem several times, most importantly at La Scala in 1913 under Toscanini’s direction, at Rome’s Teatro Augusteo in both 1913 and 1922, and in 1924 at Vicenza and the Verona Arena. The Verona engagement with Rinolfi, Minghini Cattaneo and Taccani, was so successful that after two performances in the outdoor stadium, an additional two were given at the Teatro Filarmonico with Lucia Crestani singing the soprano music. In May 1938 he returned to the work for the last time when he sang it at Rome’s Teatro Adriano with Caniglia, Stignani and Alessandro Granda. On 4 December 1924, under Toscanini’s direction, he and Hina Spani sang at Giacomo Puccini’s Funeral in the Duomo of Milan, and on the 29th , the program was repeated at La Scala. Among De Angelis’ more interesting concerts were three at Rome’s Teatro Quirino. On 4 April 1915 he appeared with Russ and Battistini in an all Mascagni programme honouring the composer. In September, 1915 he appeared in a composition called Inno alla Patria by Zandonai accompanied by Gabriella Besanzoni, and in June 1916, he sang in Canto di Guerra, written by the great bass-baritone Giuseppe Kaschmann.

De Angelis’ career in Iberia was not impressive. He sang Mefistofele at La Coruña, Spain in 1908 and appeared at Barcelona’s Liceo in the Spring of 1913 as Boito’s Devil. The La Coruña engagement includes a reference to Gounod’s Faust, which, if it were to have happened, would have been an extremely interesting juxtaposition of roles. Perhaps it did. There are announcements of a second engagement at La Coruña in 1912, but I have found no details. It would seem, from the evidence, that he never appeared in Portugal.

By 1927, De Angelis was averaging no more than 20 performances a year, though he continued to make recordings at a prodigious rate. In 1934, his only appearances were as Mefistofele at Piacenza and, about a year later, he sang Oroveso, Gurnemanz and Padre Guardiano at Genoa’s Carlo Felice. After a three-year absence, he returned to Rome’s Teatro Reale in January of 1938 for Mefistofele and the celebrated ‘Ring Cycle’. In August, after a debut at Rome’s Caracalla as Mefistofele, he sang his valediction at Naples’ Arena Flegrea as Boito’s Beelzebub, with Delia Sanzio, Margherita Grandi and Granda. De Angelis had appeared in fifty seven operas and had sung well over fifteen hundred performances.

It has been reported that he gave occasional recitals until about 1942. Upon his eventual retirement, he taught in Milan and, later, at his favorite city, Rome. He died on 14 December, 1962, in Rome, at the age of 81.

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itonlinetraining12 · 15 days ago

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Are Quality Assurance Testing Courses Worth Your Time and Money?

In today’s tech-driven job market, software is at the core of everything from mobile apps and web platforms to embedded systems and enterprise software. But with every software product comes the need for quality. This is where Quality Assurance (QA) Testing steps in. As more businesses prioritize robust digital experiences, the demand for QA professionals is skyrocketing. But this raises an important question: Are Quality Assurance Testing Courses really worth your time and money?

Let’s explore the real value of QA testing courses and whether they can set you up for career success.

What Is Quality Assurance Testing?

Quality Assurance (QA) Testing is the process of verifying that software meets required standards and performs as expected before it’s released. QA testers are responsible for identifying bugs, improving usability, ensuring compliance, and maintaining product reliability. Testing includes several approaches:

Manual Testing – testing software manually without tools.

Automation Testing – using scripts and tools like Selenium, JUnit, or TOSCA.

Performance Testing – evaluating speed and responsiveness.

Security Testing – identifying vulnerabilities and risks.

This discipline requires a keen eye for detail, problem-solving skills, and technical know-how. QA professionals are integral to software development teams and play a vital role in the product lifecycle.

Why People Are Considering QA Courses in 2025

There’s a growing interest in QA testing courses and for good reason:

1. High Demand for QA Testers

The global software testing market is projected to reach $70 billion by 2030. With the rise of Agile and DevOps, companies are releasing software faster, increasing the need for real-time testing. Whether it’s e-commerce, fintech, healthcare, or edtech, every domain needs QA professionals.

2. Entry Point into IT

Unlike roles like software development or cloud engineering, QA testing has a lower barrier to entry, making it ideal for:

Non-technical professionals entering IT.

Recent graduates seeking in-demand tech careers.

Professionals seeking a career pivot into tech.

3. Remote and Flexible Career Opportunities

Many QA roles offer remote work and freelancing options. It’s one of the few tech jobs that allow flexibility while still offering competitive salaries.

What You Learn in a QA Testing Course

A good QA testing course is not just theory; it’s practical, hands-on, and job-focused. Here’s what’s typically covered:

1. Fundamentals of Software Testing

Software development life cycle (SDLC)

Software testing life cycle (STLC)

Test planning, test cases, and test execution

2. Manual Testing Techniques

Black-box testing

White-box testing

Functional and non-functional testing

Regression and retesting

3. Automation Testing Tools

Selenium WebDriver

TestNG

JUnit

Cypress

Tricentis TOSCA

4. Bug Tracking and Test Management Tools

JIRA

Bugzilla

TestRail

HP ALM

5. Scripting Basics

Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation scripting

API testing with Postman or SoapUI

6. Agile and DevOps Integration

Continuous testing in CI/CD pipelines

Testing in Agile environments

Collaboration using tools like Jenkins, Git, and Docker

Are QA Courses Really Worth It?

Let’s break down the value proposition of a QA course:

They Teach Practical, In-Demand Skills

Hiring managers aren’t just looking for degrees; they want hands-on experience. QA courses typically include real-time projects, assignments, and test case writing, helping you build a strong foundation.

Many bootcamps and online QA courses offer capstone projects that simulate real-world testing environments.

You Can Land a Job Faster

Most QA testing courses are short-term, ranging from 6 weeks to 6 months. Unlike multi-year degrees, these programs focus on job-readiness, accelerating your entry into the job market.

Cost-Effective Career Investment

You don’t need to spend tens of thousands on a college degree to break into QA. Many online and hybrid QA courses are priced between $500 and $5,000, with some even offering job placement assistance.

When compared to the average QA tester salary in the U.S. ($60,000–$100,000), the return on investment is excellent.

Certification Adds Credibility

QA training programs often prepare you for ISTQB certification, which is globally recognized and improves your employability. Some programs also provide certificates of completion, boosting your resume.

Factors to Consider Before Enrolling

While the benefits are clear, not all QA testing courses are equal. To determine if it’s worth your time and money, ask yourself:

1. Does It Offer Job Placement Assistance?

Look for programs that include interview prep, resume reviews, mock interviews, and placement support.

2. Is the Course Hands-On and Project-Based?

Avoid theory-heavy programs. You need real-world experience using test tools, writing scripts, and reporting bugs.

3. Are Instructors Experienced QA Professionals?

Choose programs taught by industry experts with years of QA experience, not just academic backgrounds.

4. Does It Include Automation Testing?

Manual testing alone won’t cut it in today’s job market. Courses must cover automation tools like Selenium, TOSCA, or Katalon.

5. Are There Reviews and Success Stories?

Check for alumni feedback. A program that consistently leads to job offers is a strong indicator of its value.

Real-World Success Stories

1: Amanda, From HR to QA Analyst

Amanda worked in HR for five years but wanted to break into tech. She enrolled in a 3-month QA bootcamp that offered Selenium automation training. Within four months of completing the course, she landed a QA analyst role at a fintech startup, doubling her income.

2: Raj Fresh Graduate to QA Engineer

Raj, a computer science graduate with no prior testing experience, joined a QA testing course online. The course provided real-time projects, helped him earn ISTQB certification, and supported his job hunt. Three months later, he secured a QA engineer position at a multinational company.

These examples show that QA courses can lead to real, tangible outcomes, especially if you're committed and choose the right program.

Key Benefits of QA Courses

Benefits

Why It Matters

Job-ready skills

Focus on tools, projects, and real-time testing practices

Short duration

Quick entry into the tech job market

Affordable investment

Low cost compared to degrees, with strong ROI

Versatile opportunities

Jobs across sectors: healthcare, e-commerce, finance, and more

Career growth

Opportunities to grow into QA Lead, Test Architect, or SDET

Remote work potential

Many QA jobs support full-time or freelance remote roles

Certification-ready

Prepares you for globally recognized credentials like ISTQB

Challenges to Watch Out For

Even with all the benefits, you should be aware of some common pitfalls:

Too Good to Be True Promises

Avoid programs that guarantee jobs without effort. Quality QA courses provide guidance, but your success depends on practice, consistency, and networking.

Outdated Curriculum

Technology changes fast. Courses that don’t include current tools like Selenium, Jenkins, or Agile testing may not prepare you well enough for modern job roles.

Lack of Support

Choose a course with active instructor support, forums, or live sessions. QA is practical, and you’ll need guidance during hands-on exercises.

Who Should Take a QA Testing Course?

These courses are ideal for:

Career changers from non-IT backgrounds

College students or recent graduates

Stay-at-home parents re-entering the workforce

Freelancers looking for remote-friendly roles

IT professionals exploring new domains like automation or DevOps

If you're looking to enter the tech industry without learning to code full-time, QA testing is one of the smartest entry points.

Final Verdict:

Yes, a Quality Assurance Testing Course is absolutely worth your time and money, provided you choose a credible, well-structured program.

It’s an affordable way to build tech skills, access high-demand roles, and fast-track your career. Whether you want to start working in software testing, switch from a non-IT background, or explore automation tools, QA courses offer the structure, support, and skills you need.

Remember:

Do your research.

Look for hands-on, tool-based learning.

Prioritize programs with career support.

Practice regularly and stay updated with industry trends.

With the right mindset and commitment, a QA testing course can be your gateway to a rewarding career in the tech industry.

Key Takeaways

QA testing is a booming field with demand across industries.

Courses provide practical, job-ready skills for manual and automation testing.

They’re cost-effective and faster than traditional degrees.

Placement assistance and certifications add value and credibility.

Success depends on choosing the right course and staying committed to learning.

Are you ready to explore a rewarding career in Quality Assurance? A well-chosen QA testing course might be your first step toward a thriving future in tech.

#qa course online #qa #software #technology #succession

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rajaganapathi114 · 1 month ago

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2025's Top 10 Software Testing Tools: Unlocking Their Power

Testing is still very important in the ever-changing world of software development. As apps get more complex and user expectations rise, testers demand cutting-edge tools to ensure quality, functionality, and a faultless user experience. In 2025, there are many innovative testing options accessible; choosing the finest ones will allow your team to create software that is exceptional.

If you want to learn more about Software Testing Online Certification, think about enrolling in this online course.

The Best Tools for Software Testing:

1. The Selenium

The most flexible open-source automation framework is unquestionably Selenium, the seasoned pro. With support for the most common operating systems, languages, and browsers, it enables you to write reliable test scripts for online applications. For both novice and experienced testers, its freemium business model and extensive community assistance make it the perfect option. Learn about Appium for mobile testing, Selenium WebDriver for browser automation, and Selenium IDE for quick test script development.

2. Cypress

This rising star's unmatched speed and user-friendly UI make it stand out. By running tests directly in the browser, Cypress provides real-time feedback and does away with the requirement for browser extensions, in contrast to standard frameworks. Its emphasis on JavaScript makes it ideal for contemporary web applications and provides outstanding visual debugging features.

3. The Postman

For those who love testing APIs, Postman is the best. With this user-friendly tool, creating, sending, and analysing API queries is a breeze. Its extensive community of plugins extends its capabilities to include collaboration tools, performance analysis, and security testing. Postman offers both a free plan and premium alternatives to accommodate both large teams and individual testers.

4. Studio Katalon

With tools for desktop, mobile, online, and API apps, this extensive suite meets a wide range of testing requirements. Testers of various skill levels can use it because to its intuitive interface, and its integrated record-and-playback capability facilitates the rapid production of test scripts. Collaboration and automation are made easier by Katalon Studio's seamless integration with a variety of issue trackers and CI/CD pipelines.

5. Appium

Appium is the tool of choice if your area of expertise is mobile applications. This open-source framework supports native, web, and hybrid apps and makes use of Selenium's basic features for cross-platform mobile automation. Comprehensive testing and debugging on iOS and Android devices is made possible by its connection with frameworks such as XCTest and Appium Inspector.

6. SoapUI

SoapUI is the industry leader in SOAP and REST API testing. Its robust assertion features guarantee comprehensive validation of replies, and its user-friendly interface streamlines both automatic and manual API testing. Its usefulness is further increased by mock services and data-driven testing, which makes it a favourite among advocates of API testing.

7. Tosca Tricentis

Intelligent automation is provided by this AI-powered package, which covers performance, regression, and functional testing for a range of technologies. Learn Software Testing in a well Reputed Software Training Institutes. Its machine learning techniques optimise test performance and proactively detect any problems, and its Tosca Commander makes it easy to create test scripts. Businesses looking for cutting-edge automation and AI-driven insights are served by Tricentis Tosca.

8. Studio Ranorex

Ranorex Studio is well-known for its cross-platform desktop application testing capabilities. It has record-and-playback capabilities and visual test automation. Its integrated object repository guarantees test reusability, and its keyword-driven methodology streamlines test authoring. Ranorex Studio is a flexible option for a range of testing requirements because it also supports online and mobile testing.

9. The LoadRunner

LoadRunner, a performance testing veteran, keeps enabling teams to evaluate how applications behave under high demand. It is perfect for locating bottlenecks and guaranteeing scalability because of its capacity to simulate numerous concurrent users and evaluate performance data. Performance testing may be incorporated into the development process thanks to LoadRunner's smooth integration with CI/CD pipelines.

10. The Kantu

Kantu provides a gentle introduction to automation testing for individuals who are unfamiliar with it. Without knowing how to code, you may create test scripts and record user interactions using this free browser-based application. It is perfect for novices or rapid manual test script preparation due to its straightforward interface and visual representation.

The Power of Integration:

These tools' full power is seen in how well they integrate. Automate testing at every stage of the development process by using tools such as CI/CD pipelines. Connect issue trackers to your testing tools for easy defect tracking and reporting. Adopt collaborative tools to help your team communicate and share knowledge more easily.

Conclusion:

With the correct software testing tools, your team can increase productivity, enhance software quality, and provide outstanding user experiences. Keep in mind that the best testing approach comprises a well-defined testing methodology, qualified specialists, and the appropriate equipment. With these effective tools at your side, start your testing adventure and realise the full potential of your software development process.

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alyonakistenyova · 9 years ago

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"The chemistry between Alyona Kistenyova (Tosca) and Ruslan Zinevych (Cavaradossi) is absolutely convincing. I’m sure this is helped by the fact that they are married in real life – although both prove themselves throughout to be talented actors, something that is perhaps not as common as it should be in opera. Kistenyova, especially, really develops her character across the three acts. In Act One, she is coquettish, a little vain, and somewhat jealous. In Act Two, we see the depth of her love for Cavaradossi, and feel her confusion and terror at the choice of seeing him tortured and executed, or allowing Scarpia to have sex with her to secure his release. In Act Three, she moves seamlessly from hope and elation, believing that the execution will be faked, and that she and Cavaradossi will escape and live happily ever after, to her anguish at discovering that her lover has really been killed, and her suicide by throwing herself from the castle ramparts"

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fboconfessions · 2 months ago

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Exhibit #A - Lack of financial transparency

as seen above, ex-developer tosca was underpaid for her model work. $225 is not enough in my opinion of what someone should be paid for model work. especially when the patreon at one point made tons of $$$ i mean, have you seen tosca's work?

im no modeler, of course. but having some familiarity with the VR community, models aren't cheap. especially when they are as stylized and well made as what's shown above. especially when you realize that another ex-dev modeler was paid significantly MORE for (i do not mean to be disparaging when i say this) not as well-done models.

look, its a cool model and i'm not saying that this is bad. but it is a considerable downgrade from the stylization of Tosca's work. especially when it's alleged that this individual was paid significantly more than Tosca? why is that? that's something that no one seems to understand, not even their down staff.

in any case though. no matter how much i've sleuthed their discord, i don't have a fucking clue what patreon money is being put towards or even how devs are paid. it always seem to be "to pay for game assets and other expenses" what are those expenses? do patrons get a breakdown of that? people are free to put their money towards whatever they want but i feel the need to remind everyone that xSpirit took off with thousands of dollars for saying something virtually similar.

"Most of our funding goes to paying our developers" great how much and who? "Remaining funds are for work completed or purchasing additional assets" once again, asking if theres a breakdown available to us? "And of course, anything you donate goes to improving Feralbound Online" love i need specifics. as of writing this, FBO's patreon reports that they make $660.5/month. Below are the following tiers that you can chose;

wow these are cool perks! if they even HAD a build available for their patrons.

yikes. when you wear rose tinted glasses, all the red flags just look like flags.

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mulemasters · 1 year ago

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Tosca CI Integration with Jenkins: A Guide

If you're working in software development, you know that Continuous Integration (CI) is a game-changer. It ensures that your codebase remains stable and that issues are caught early. Integrating Tricentis Tosca with Jenkins can streamline your testing process, making it easier to maintain high-quality software. Here’s a simple guide to help you set up Tosca CI integration with Jenkins.

Step 1: Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have:

Jenkins Installed: Ensure Jenkins is installed and running. You can download it from the official Jenkins website.

Tosca Installed: You should have Tricentis Tosca installed and configured on your system.

Tosca CI Client: The Tosca CI Client should be installed on the machine where Jenkins is running.

Step 2: Configure Tosca for CI

Create Test Cases in Tosca: Develop and organize your test cases in Tosca.

Set Up Execution Lists: Create execution lists that group your test cases in a logical order. These lists will be triggered during the CI process.

Step 3: Install Jenkins Plugins

Tosca CI Plugin: You need to install the Tosca CI Plugin in Jenkins. Go to Manage Jenkins > Manage Plugins > Available and search for "Tosca". Install the plugin and restart Jenkins if required.

Required Plugins: Ensure you have other necessary plugins installed, like the "Pipeline" plugin for creating Jenkins pipelines.

Step 4: Configure Jenkins Job

Create a New Job: In Jenkins, create a new job by selecting New Item, then choose Freestyle project or Pipeline depending on your setup.

Configure Source Code Management: If your test cases or project are in a version control system (like Git), configure the repository URL and credentials under the Source Code Management section.

Build Steps: Add build steps to integrate Tosca tests.

For a Freestyle project, add a Build Step and select Execute Windows batch command or Execute shell script.

Use the Tosca CI Client command to trigger the execution list: sh ToscaCIClient.exe --executionList="" --project=""

Step 5: Configure Pipeline (Optional)

If you prefer using Jenkins Pipelines, you can add a Jenkinsfile to your repository with the following content:pipeline { agent any stages { stage('Checkout') { steps { git 'https://github.com/your-repo/your-project.git' } } stage('Execute Tosca Tests') { steps { bat 'ToscaCIClient.exe --executionList="<Your Execution List>" --project="<Path to Your Tosca Project>"' } } } }

Step 6: Trigger the Job

Manual Trigger: You can manually trigger the job by clicking Build Now in Jenkins.

Automated Trigger: Set up triggers like SCM polling or webhook triggers to automate the process.

Step 7: Review Results

Once the build completes, review the test results. The Tosca CI Client will generate reports that you can view in Jenkins. Check the console output for detailed logs and any potential issues.

Conclusion

Integrating Tosca with Jenkins enables you to automate your testing process, ensuring continuous feedback and early detection of issues. This setup not only saves time but also enhances the reliability of your software. By following these steps, you'll have a robust CI pipeline that leverages the strengths of Tosca and Jenkins. Happy testing!

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ihaveforgortoomany · 11 months ago

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Talking about Isolde's 2.1 garment "And all that Jazz"

(This isn't spoilers for CN since we already know Isolde will join the suitcase but yeah talking about an unreleased skin yippee)

This garment is current my favourite out of all skins currently because it almost gives us a bit of development on Isolde's character post-everything in Vienna.

Voicelines indicate a growing freedom in Isolde ("what should I sing?" and "The show is over but the loneliness persists"), there's a sense Isolde acts less for an audience or expectations of others instead for what she wants - and thats Kakania.

If anyone can figure out what song Isolde is singing please tell me, as her standard garment has her singing parts from Tosca Im assuming. But I think its obvious the person she is singing about is Kakania.

"Take my hand"

"To be yours alone"

"Then I found you"

"Don't let go"

(We only got fragments of the song but stylistically it sounds similar to Druvis' EP or again stretching?)

Its also a giveaway that her outfit now includes much more green highlights, even the nightingale has green more than pink. Kakania did in some way free Isolde's repression - while ofc not realising the disastrous consequences I think it some what helped?

The voice lines here feel like they reference the totally not sad "it was a beautiful dream that I forgot how ugly I was looking at it" scene (still my favourite scene in r1999). Kakania did bring happiness to Isolde's life, there is no changing that but now after everything the both of them stand at a difficult point in their relationship, already unethical as doctor and patient.

Back to a post I made on if Schneider and Isolde could interact what would it be like, it would make sense for the Opera -> Jazz change, WW1 was followed by the Jazz Age by the 1920s. Im wondering had the Storm never occurred, would either Isolde or Kakania had gotten involved in WW1? Would they survive? Ive seen a fic about how they escape to the US where Isolde begins to perform Jazz but yea I love her new garment lol.

#reverse 1999 #ramblings #isolde #kakania #isokania #cn spoilers

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cybersecurityict · 2 months ago

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Automation Testing Market Size, Share, Analysis, Forecast, and Growth Trends to 2032: Software Quality Becomes a Strategic Priority

The Automation Testing Market was valued at USD 29.4 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 118.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 16.80% over 2024-2032.

The Automation Testing Market is experiencing a transformative shift as businesses increasingly prioritize faster time-to-market and enhanced software quality. Driven by the rising demand for digital transformation and agile methodologies, automation testing has become a critical element in software development lifecycles. Organizations are embracing automated solutions to minimize manual intervention, reduce errors, and ensure consistent performance across platforms.

Automation Testing Market continues to gain traction across sectors such as BFSI, healthcare, retail, telecom, and manufacturing. With the growing complexity of applications and integration of AI and machine learning into testing tools, the market is evolving rapidly. Enterprises are not just automating repetitive test cases but also leveraging intelligent automation to predict defects, improve test coverage, and enhance user experiences.

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Market Keyplayers:

Selenium - Selenium WebDriver

Tricentis - Tosca

IBM - Rational Functional Tester

Micro Focus - UFT (Unified Functional Testing)

SmartBear - TestComplete

Cucumber - CucumberStudio

Appium - Appium

Katalon - Katalon Studio

Ranorex - Ranorex Studio

Worksoft - Worksoft Certify

Sahi - Sahi Pro

LambdaTest - LambdaTest

Eggplant - Eggplant Functional

Perfecto - Perfecto Test Automation

TestComplete - TestComplete

Telerik - Test Studio

Sauce Labs - Sauce Labs Selenium Grid

Applitools - Visual AI Testing

Postman - Postman API Testing

Tricentis – qTest

Market Analysis

The automation testing landscape is driven by rapid technological advancements and the increasing need for efficient, error-free deployment processes. Businesses are adopting DevOps and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, fueling the demand for scalable and flexible testing solutions. Cloud-based testing platforms and open-source tools have further expanded accessibility, enabling SMEs to compete alongside large enterprises. The growth of mobile and web applications has also intensified the requirement for robust cross-platform testing frameworks.

Market Trends

Rise of AI and Machine Learning: Intelligent automation is empowering predictive analytics in testing, enhancing accuracy and speed.

CI/CD Integration: Seamless integration of automation tools into CI/CD pipelines accelerates development cycles.

Cloud-Based Testing: Scalable cloud infrastructure enables remote and parallel testing environments.

Codeless Automation Tools: These tools are lowering the technical barriers, making automation accessible to non-developers.

Increased Adoption in SMEs: Open-source frameworks and SaaS models are driving adoption across small and medium businesses.

Market Scope

Expanding Across Verticals: Automation testing is being adopted in healthcare, eCommerce, BFSI, telecom, and automotive industries.

Global Penetration: North America leads, but Asia-Pacific is emerging rapidly with digitization initiatives.

Beyond Functional Testing: Growth in performance, security, and usability testing automation.

Support for Emerging Tech: Evolving tools support IoT, blockchain, and AR/VR applications.

High ROI Potential: Reduced human error, faster testing cycles, and better product quality.

As the demand for seamless user experiences and reliable digital platforms grows, the market's potential continues to expand. From startups to multinational corporations, the focus on automation is no longer optional but essential.

Market Forecast

The future of the Automation Testing Market is poised for exponential growth, powered by innovation and demand for faster, higher-quality releases. As enterprises transition from legacy testing methods to modern, AI-driven frameworks, automation is expected to redefine how software is built, tested, and delivered. With continuous investments in R&D and vendor competition heating up, the market is set to witness breakthroughs in intelligent test orchestration, self-healing scripts, and hyper-automation capabilities.

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Conclusion

In a world where digital agility defines success, the Automation Testing Market stands as a pivotal force in accelerating innovation. For businesses aiming to stay competitive, embracing automation isn't just a trend—it's a strategic imperative. Whether you're a tech leader, a QA professional, or an enterprise innovator, now is the time to capitalize on the wave of transformation driving this dynamic market forward.

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aitoolswhitehattoolbox · 2 months ago

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Software Development Engineer

Project Role : Software Development Engineer Project Role Description : Analyze, design, code and test multiple components of application code across one or more clients. Perform maintenance, enhancements and/or development work. Must have skills : TOSCA Testsuite Good to have skills : NA Educational Qualification : 15 years of full time educationSummary: As a Software Development Engineer, you…

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tosca-automation-training · 3 months ago

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What Is TOSCA Training and Placement, and How Can It Help Your Career?

In today's fast-paced software development landscape, automation testing has become a vital component of quality assurance. As companies shift towards Agile and DevOps methodologies, the need for robust and reliable test automation tools is rising. One tool that stands out in this competitive space is the TOSCA Automation Tool by Tricentis. If you're looking to build a rewarding career in test automation, then TOSCA Training and Placement might be your perfect starting point.

Whether you're a recent graduate or a professional aiming to switch careers, understanding what TOSCA is, how it works, and the benefits of TOSCA training online will give you a significant edge. This blog explores TOSCA Automation Tool for Beginners, explains the career benefits, and provides practical insights into why training and placement in this tool is a smart move.

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What Is TOSCA?

TOSCA stands for Topology and Orchestration Specification for Cloud Applications, but in the context of software testing, it refers to Tricentis TOSCA, a model-based test automation tool.

Key Features of TOSCA

Model-Based Test Automation: No need to write scripts; testers can create automated test cases using drag-and-drop modules.

Risk-Based Testing: Focuses on critical test cases first to reduce testing time and effort.

Integration with CI/CD: Supports integration with Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and other CI/CD tools.

Cross-Platform Testing: Supports desktop, web, mobile, API, and even SAP testing.

Reusable Test Cases: Modular design allows for reusability and efficient test management.

Why Is TOSCA in Demand?

According to a 2024 World Quality Report, 85% of organizations have adopted test automation.

TOSCA is used by top companies like Accenture, Capgemini, and Cognizant.

It simplifies test automation, making it accessible even for non-programmers.

What Does TOSCA Training and Placement Include?

TOSCA Training Online: What You’ll Learn

1. Introduction to Test Automation

What is automation testing?

Advantages of automation over manual testing

2. TOSCA Basics

Installation and setup

TOSCA workspace overview

Types of testing supported

3. Module and Test Case Creation

Working with test cases

Creating reusable modules

Parameterization and data-driven testing

4. Test Case Execution

Execution lists and test configurations

Analyzing execution logs

Reporting and documentation

5. API Testing in TOSCA

Creating API test cases

Validating responses

Integration with web services

6. Advanced Concepts

Risk-based testing implementation

CI/CD pipeline integration

Automating SAP applications

7. Hands-On Projects

Real-world testing scenarios

Simulated industry projects for practice

Placement Support

1. Resume Preparation

Optimizing your resume for automation roles

Highlighting TOSCA skills

2. Interview Guidance

Mock interviews

Commonly asked TOSCA interview questions

3. Job Referrals and Networking

Access to partner companies

LinkedIn and job portal strategies

4. Certification Preparation

TOSCA AS1 (Automation Specialist Level 1)

Guidance to crack Tricentis certifications

Real-World Applications of TOSCA

TOSCA in Banking and Finance

Automating customer onboarding workflows

API testing for banking applications

TOSCA in Healthcare

Validating electronic health record (EHR) systems

Ensuring regulatory compliance

TOSCA in Retail

Cross-browser testing of e-commerce platforms

Mobile application testing for POS systems

TOSCA in Telecom

System integration testing for telecom billing

Regression testing during software upgrades

Who Should Enroll in TOSCA Training and Placement?

Fresh Graduates looking to enter the IT sector

Manual Testers wanting to transition into automation

Developers interested in automation as a secondary skill

Non-IT Professionals seeking a career switch into tech

Benefits of TOSCA Training Online

Flexibility and Convenience

Learn from anywhere at your own pace

Access to recorded sessions and study materials

Instructor-Led Classes

Live doubt-clearing sessions

Real-time interaction with experienced trainers

Cost-Effective Learning

Lower than traditional classroom training

No commuting expenses

Lifetime Access to LMS

Access to videos, notes, and assignments

Revisit concepts anytime during your career

How to Get Started with TOSCA Automation Tool for Beginners

Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide

Step 1: Understand the Basics

Start by learning what test automation is and how TOSCA fits into the software testing ecosystem.

Step 2: Install TOSCA

Download the trial version from the Tricentis website and install it on your system.

Step 3: Explore the Interface

Familiarize yourself with the TOSCA Commander workspace, test case sections, and module structure.

Step 4: Create Your First Test Case

Use the standard modules to automate a simple web login scenario.

Step 5: Run and Debug

Execute your test case, review logs, and troubleshoot any errors.

Step 6: Advance Gradually

Move on to API testing, data-driven tests, and CI/CD integration.

Why Choose a Professional Training Provider?

Structured Curriculum

A well-designed course ensures you cover all essential topics.

Access to Experts

Industry-experienced instructors guide you with practical knowledge.

Placement Assistance

You get support for resume building, interview preparation, and job placements.

Community Access

Interact with fellow learners and mentors through forums and discussion boards.

Industry Insights: Job Market and Salary Trends

According to Indeed, TOSCA testers in the U.S. earn an average of $95,000 annually.

There are over 5,000 job openings for TOSCA-skilled professionals in the U.S. job market.

The demand for TOSCA is expected to grow 30% annually as more companies automate their testing pipelines.

Common Job Roles After TOSCA Training

TOSCA Automation Engineer

QA Automation Tester

Test Analyst

TOSCA Consultant

Quality Engineer

Tools and Technologies You’ll Work With

Jenkins

Jira

Selenium (integration)

Azure DevOps

Git

SAP Testing Modules

Success Stories: Career Transformations

Case Study 1: From Manual Tester to Automation Lead

Priya, a manual tester from New Jersey, took online TOSCA training and landed an Automation Lead role within 6 months.

Case Study 2: Career Switch from BPO to IT

Rakesh, who worked in BPO, switched to a QA Automation career after completing TOSCA training and is now placed at a Fortune 500 company.

Key Takeaways

TOSCA Training and Placement offers a clear path to high-paying automation roles.

TOSCA is user-friendly and suitable even for non-programmers.

Online training provides flexibility, affordability, and practical experience.

Real-world applications make TOSCA a valuable skill in multiple industries.

Placement support ensures a smooth transition into the job market.

Conclusion

In the competitive tech industry, gaining hands-on experience in tools like TOSCA can set you apart. Whether you're just starting or looking to advance your career, investing in TOSCA Training and Placement is a strategic move. With user-friendly features, strong demand, and real-world relevance, the TOSCA Automation Tool for Beginners opens the door to numerous job opportunities. Choose TOSCA Training Online and take the next big step in your QA career.

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Service Virtualization Market Size, Share, Scope, Analysis, Forecast, Growth and Industry Report 2032 – SWOT and PESTLE Analysis

TheService Virtualization Market Share was valued at USD 745.8 Million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 2853.1 Million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 16.1% over the forecast period 2024-2032.

The Service Virtualization Market is witnessing rapid adoption across various sectors. It is enabling faster software development and better testing environments. Organizations are increasingly using it to simulate service behavior in complex systems.

The Service Virtualization Market continues to grow as businesses demand more agile and cost-effective development processes. With the rising pressure to deliver high-quality applications at speed, service virtualization is becoming essential to support continuous integration, DevOps, and automated testing workflows.

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Market Keyplayers:

CA Technologies (Broadcom) – (CA Service Virtualization, CA DevTest)

IBM Corporation – (Rational Test Virtualization Server, IBM Rational Integration Tester)

Micro Focus – (Service Virtualization, LoadRunner Professional)

Parasoft – (Parasoft Virtualize, Parasoft SOAtest)

SmartBear Software – (ReadyAPI Virtualization, TestComplete)

Cavisson Systems – (Cavisson Service Virtualization, NetStorm)

Tricentis – (Tosca, Tricentis Virtualize)

Broadcom Inc. – (Broadcom DevTest, Broadcom Service Virtualization)

Maveric Systems – (Maveric Service Virtualization, Maveric Continuous Testing)

Wipro Limited – (Wipro HOLMES™, Wipro Virtualization Solutions)

Cognizant Technology Solutions – (Cognizant Testing Services, Cognizant Virtualization)

Sogeti (Capgemini) – (Sogeti Testing Services, Virtualization Platform)

Infosys Limited – (Infosys Virtualization Service, Infosys Test Automation)

Accenture – (Accenture Cloud Virtualization, Accenture Service Testing)

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) – (TCS Service Virtualization, TCS Testing Services)

Delphix – (Delphix Data Platform, Delphix Virtualization)

Quali Systems – (CloudShell, Quali Service Virtualization)

QASymphony – (qTest, Service Virtualization)

Vector Software – (VectorCAST Virtualization, VectorCAST Test)

Trends in the Service Virtualization Market

Increased Adoption in DevOps: Companies are integrating service virtualization into DevOps pipelines to accelerate development and testing cycles.

Cloud-Based Solutions: There is a rising demand for cloud-native virtualization tools, offering flexibility and scalability across distributed teams.

AI and Automation Integration: Vendors are embedding AI-driven analytics and automation features to enhance test coverage and efficiency.

Focus on API Testing: With APIs becoming central to modern applications, service virtualization tools are now tailored to mimic complex API interactions.

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Market Segmentation:

By Component

Software

Service

By Enterprise Size

Large Enterprise

SMEs

By Deployment

Cloud

On-premise

By End Use

BFSI

Healthcare

IT & Telecommunication

Automotive

Retail & E-Commerce

Market Analysis

Growing Demand Across Industries: BFSI, healthcare, retail, and telecom sectors are adopting service virtualization to reduce time-to-market and improve software quality.

Cost and Resource Efficiency: It minimizes the need for setting up complex test environments, saving costs and development time.

Support for Agile & Continuous Testing: Service virtualization plays a crucial role in enabling agile methodologies by providing early and continuous testing capabilities.

Rising Competition Among Vendors: Key players like Broadcom, IBM, Micro Focus, and SmartBear are enhancing their offerings with next-gen capabilities such as cloud compatibility and AI integration.

Future Prospects

The future of the Service Virtualization Market looks promising as digital transformation initiatives continue to gain momentum. As companies adopt microservices and cloud-native architectures, the need for simulating complex, distributed systems will increase. Service virtualization will become even more vital in testing environments where real services are either unavailable or costly to access.

Advancements in AI, machine learning, and automation will further enhance service virtualization tools, enabling intelligent test data generation, dynamic behavior simulation, and real-time analytics. Additionally, integration with CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments like Kubernetes will expand the scope and flexibility of service virtualization across development ecosystems.

With organizations aiming for faster releases and higher-quality software, service virtualization will continue to evolve as a foundational technology in modern application development and delivery.

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Conclusion

The Service Virtualization Market is set for steady growth, backed by digital transformation, DevOps adoption, and the demand for rapid, reliable software delivery. As development environments become more complex and interconnected, service virtualization offers the scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency that modern enterprises require.

Going forward, businesses that leverage advanced service virtualization tools will not only reduce development costs but also gain a competitive edge by accelerating innovation and improving software quality. The market is expected to thrive, playing a key role in shaping the future of agile and efficient software development.

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