Importance of Testing in Internet of Things

Posted By : Rohitesh Rawat | 27-Jun-2017

The Internet of Things comes with new challenges to developers and software testers which will test their skills in providing quality software. IoT brings new things into light, like in terms of testing requirements, it includes a major emphasis on home appliances, watch sensors etc.


It is estimated that in the next 3 to 4 years, IOT could be received by public on a larger scale than PCs and Smartphones, thus increasing the scope of IOT testing. QA professionals must prepare the best management strategy to meet the quality standards of the diverse IOT products entering into the market.


The IOT-enabled devices connectivity is dependent on many wireless standards such as Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth.

The issues with infrastructure and connectivity will shape the design of the applications for software makers.


Testing will need to cover bases such as what will happen to the data when connection drops unexpectedly.
Will it be saved properly? Or will it be stored properly?


Also, Home automation has been one of the most talked point for the expanded reach of IOT devices and QA professionals will have a hard time simulating this environment.


QA's must be fully aware about the potential vulnerabilities in IoT products and services which takes us to the biggest concerns of IOT i.e. Security.

Security of data and the data privacy is very crucial for IOT devices connectivity.


IOT devices port needs to be closed to internet communication when not is use to avoid data vulnerability. Also, end-to-end encryption between devices or devices and servers, codes data transfer securely.

 
Depending upon type of testing being performed and device being tested, testing IOT devices involves multiple units and broad coverage.
Devices may require tests on acceleration, Stability, Stress, Endurance, Memory etc.

 

Testing teams must test real time environments in which IOT devices are exposed like weather, elements, physical impacts and functional vulnerabilities, including to what extent exposure affects functionalities.

 


IOT is a mix of dedicated physical devices containing embedded technology, interacting with the external environment and internal state of user. Hence, for efficient performance of devices to be tested , it is useful to implement a set of test requirements and analytics essential.


IOT is structured with communication, applications, and data analysis for monitoring and managing a variety of ‘things’. The variety must be built into IOT testing protocols.

 

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Rohitesh Rawat

Rohitesh is an expert in Agile methodologies, specializing in Scrum. He possesses a wide range of skills, including proficiency in Jira, MongoDB, planning, scoping, process creation and management, and QA. Over the years, he has led the successful delivery of several offshore projects, including Konfer, Virgin Media, HP1T, and Transleqo. Rohitesh holds certifications as a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Project Management Professional (PMP) and has a comprehensive understanding of the entire Project Life Cycle (PLC).

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